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Currency
Euro (EUR)
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Language
French
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Time Zone
CET (UTC+1)
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Best Time to Visit
May–Sep
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Typical Duration
7-9 nights
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Price Range
$1,801–$8,087 per person
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Port Type
Port of Call
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Tender Port
No
Gateway to Burgundy wine country and the scenic Rhône River valley, offering access to historic medieval towns and world-class vineyards.
Build Your Day in Mâcon
Cruise calls are short. Set your ship's arrival time, pick the stops you care about, and we'll show whether they realistically fit before departure.
Ships typically depart around 6:00 PM
Usually about 10 hours ashore
Getting around:
Palace of Versailles
Theres a bunch of activities and nice snacks and food available.
🕐 Closed · Opens 9 AM
Centre Commercial Carrefour Les Bouchardes
Spacious, modern and wide selection of shops.
🕐 Closed · Opens 9:30 AM
E.Leclerc MACON
Big variety of good quality products and plenty of parking spaces
🕐 Closed · Opens 8:30 AM
Au Bureau - Pub et Brasserie
Fantastic ambience, perfect service, and friendly staff.
🕐 Closed · Opens 11:45 AM
Hameau Duboeuf
The "hameau" (museum) takes 2 hours and it is worth it.
🕐 Closed · Opens 9:30 AM
Au Comptoir des Halles
Very pleasant atmosphere, very good food, reasonable prices for wines.
🕐 Closed · Opens 12 PM
The Wooden House Restaurant
A very beautiful wooden house!
🕐 Closed · Opens 9 AM
Auchan Hypermarché Macon
Good shopping great value
🕐 Closed · Opens 8:30 AM
Esplanade Market
Nice Saturday market
🕐 Closed · Opens 7:30 AM Sat
Le Poisson d'Or
Delicious food and served in a lovely location.
🕐 Closed · Opens 12 PM
Ninkasi Mâcon
A in vogue style of pub where beer whiskey and sauce are made in Lyon.
🕐 Closed · Opens 10 AM
Restaurant La Part Des Anges - Mâcon
Much better offerings and attentive service right next door.
🕐 Closed · Opens 12 PM
La Raffinerie Mâcon
Ambiance top, cocktail top !
🕐 Closed · Opens 6:30 PM
L'Ambroisie Restaurant à Mâcon et Traiteur l'ATBM
Nice local wine restaurant (huge cellar)
🕐 Closed · Opens 12 PM
Cassis Restaurant Mâcon
Superb food, great atmosphere, very accommodating and lovely people
🕐 Closed · Opens 12 PM
Ma Table en Ville
Great food great service great atmosphere
🕐 Closed · Opens 6:30 PM
Restaurant Pierre
Lovely dining room, great food, beautifully presented, generous portions.
🕐 Closed · Opens 12 PM
LE BOSS FORT
The atmosphere is comfortable and service was attentive and friendly.
🕐 Closed · Opens 11:30 AM
Castle Pierreclos
And the medieval chapel was a bonus!
🕐 Closed · Opens 10:30 AM
Besson Chaussures
In-store shopping·In-store pickup·Delivery
🕐 Closed · Opens 9:30 AM
Le Petit Bouton D’or
We had a delicious meal when stopping for the night in Macon.
🕐 Closed · Opens 12 PM
Centre Commercial Rive de Saône
Clean and quiet place I like it
🕐 Closed · Opens 8:30 AM
Musée des Ursulines
Three floors of permanent exhibits.
🕐 Closed · Opens 10 AM
Le Comptoir Viking Mâcon
Friendly people, good music.
🕐 Closes soon · 1 AM
La Dama restaurant
Incredible gourmet food in an incredibly friendly, welcoming atmosphere.
🕐 Closed · Opens 7 PM
The Barrel House
Good music too.
🕐 Closes soon · 1 AM
L'Insolite
Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery
🕐 Closes soon · 1 AM
Musées Municipaux (ancienne Cathédrale Saint-Vincent)
A must see destination !
Cité des Climats et vins de Bourgogne
Beautiful and educational exhibition.
🕐 Closed · Opens 10 AM
Le Saint Antoine
No takeout·No delivery
🕐 Closed · Opens 7 PM
Bonobo
In-store pickup
🕐 Closed · Opens 9:30 AM
Mékong
Excellent restaurant
🕐 Closed · Opens 12 PM
Le tchin'e
Cozy and relaxed atmosphere.
🕐 Closed · Opens 6 PM
Toyzone Mâcon
In-store shopping·In-store pickup
🕐 Closed · Opens 10 AM
Le Zikënba
Live music and dancing bar.
Jardin Romantique du Quai Lamartine
Le Poteau Mou
Mind-blowing experience!!
Bar - Côté Rhum - Mâcon
Dine-in·No delivery
🕐 Closes soon · 1 AM
Maison Sainte
In-store shopping·In-store pickup
🕐 Closed · Opens 10 AM
Place aux Herbes
Le perroquet macon
Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery
🕐 Closed · Opens 6 PM
Parc Maria Chambefort
UMA HEADSPA
🕐 Closed · Opens 9 AM
Tour
The Outlet
🕐 Closed · Opens 10 AM Fri
Mâcon
BAR AU FIL DE L'O
Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery
🕐 Closed · Opens 7 AM
Opening hours are indicative — always confirm before you go. Travel times are estimates from Google Maps.
About Mâcon
Mâcon serves as a charming port of call along the Rhône River, where three premium cruise lines—Emerald Cruises, Riverside Luxury Cruises, and Amadeus River Cruises—offer an impressive selection of itineraries. With 215 upcoming cruises and a strong presence of seven-night voyages, this Burgundy destination has become increasingly popular with river cruise enthusiasts. The port's strategic location makes it an ideal embarkation and exploration point for discovering some of France's most celebrated regions.
Passengers docking in Mâcon can look forward to exploring the medieval charm of this historic wine town while enjoying convenient access to iconic destinations like Lyon, Avignon, and Arles. The summer and early autumn months from May through September represent peak season, offering the most favorable weather for discovering both the port's local treasures and the broader Rhône Valley. Whether you're a first-time river cruiser or a seasoned traveler, Mâcon provides an authentic French experience with excellent onboard amenities and shore excursion opportunities.
Passengers docking in Mâcon can look forward to exploring the medieval charm of this historic wine town while enjoying convenient access to iconic destinations like Lyon, Avignon, and Arles. The summer and early autumn months from May through September represent peak season, offering the most favorable weather for discovering both the port's local treasures and the broader Rhône Valley. Whether you're a first-time river cruiser or a seasoned traveler, Mâcon provides an authentic French experience with excellent onboard amenities and shore excursion opportunities.
Cruise Lines at Mâcon
- Emerald Cruises (134 cruises)
- Riverside Luxury Cruises (72 cruises)
