Currency
Euro (EUR)
Language
French
Time Zone
CET (UTC+1)
Best Time to Visit
Mar–May
Typical Duration
14-15 nights
Price Range
$1,575–$23,799 per person
Port Type
Port of Call
Tender Port
No
Gateway to the French Riviera and Mediterranean, offering access to charming coastal towns, historic sites, and world-class beaches along the Languedoc-Roussillon coast.
Cruises that visit Sète
- cruises to Sète
- Sète sailings
- Sète cruises
- 7-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
- 7-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
- 7-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
- 7-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
- 7-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
- 7-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
- 7-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
- 7-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
- 7-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
- 7-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
- 7-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
- 7-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
- 7-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
- 7-night Oceania Cruises cruise
- 7-night The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection cruise
- 7-night Seabourn cruise
- 7-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
- 7-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
- 7-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
- 7-night Oceania Cruises cruise
- 7-night Oceania Cruises cruise
- 7-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
- 7-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
- 7-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
- 7-night Atlas Ocean Voyages cruise
- 7-night Oceania Cruises cruise
- 7-night Oceania Cruises cruise
Build Your Day in Sète
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 9:00 PM
Usually about 13 hours ashore
Getting around:
Halles de Sète
Fresh fish, meat and fruit stalls.
Closed · Opens 7 AM Thu
Panoramique du Mont Saint-Clair
Highly recommended as the first place to visit
Auchan Hypermarché Sète
Wide sélection, affordable prices.
Closed · Opens 8:30 AM Thu
L’Essentiel
The service, ambience and food were incredible.
Closed · Opens 9 AM Thu
Pierres Blanches Forest
There also a restaurant on site.
La Pointe Courte
Something different
La Ola (accès N°17)
Great food great service great vibe
Sete Croisieres
Fun and very informative
Closed · Opens 10 AM Thu
Le Monte Christo
Our food came out very quickly, and every dish was absolutely delicious.
Closed · Opens 12 PM Fri
Parc Simone Veil
Bring some snacks and a book and stay a while :)
Closed · Opens 8 AM Thu
Musee Paul Valery
Fabulous views, great exhibitions and a delicious restaurant.
Closed · Opens 10 AM Thu
International Museum of Modest Arts
It’s the kind of museum that really surprises you.
Closed · Opens 10 AM Thu
La Table de Laura
Very nice service and really good food.
Closed · Opens 12 PM Thu
Halles et Manger
Very friendly staff, good food and service .
Closed · Opens 12 PM Fri
Lighthouse Saint Louis
Sailed into harbour this morning, Very Quaint
Le Pub "Comme à la Maison"
In the evening there's life music of different types.
Tatie Cherry
Great food, wonderful service
Closed · Opens 8 AM Thu
La Prohibition
The food is delicious and the service is attentive and friendly.
Closed · Opens 12 PM Thu
Museum Of The Sea
Not much content but still recommend for those who have time.
Closed · Opens 10 AM Thu
L AUBERGE
Swoon... Awesome early dinner, much joy!
Closed · Opens 7 PM Thu
Terre et Mer
Absolutely fantastic food, great service and really friendly staff.
Closed · Opens 11:45 AM Thu
La Coquerie
Unpretentious yet high end cuisine with a lovely view of the sea.
Closed · Opens 7:30 PM Thu
Canal Royal
We loved watching the water jousting in Sete.
le Court Bouillon
Great food, service and atmosphere.
Closed · Opens 9 AM Thu
Centre commercial Les Métairies
Closed · Opens 8:30 AM Thu
Juste Family Concept Store
In-store shopping·In-store pickup·Delivery
Closed · Opens 10 AM Thu
Le Zanzi-bar
Still charming,interesting people ect.a beautiful coffee with milk.
Skybar Bar Panoramique
The place to be
Bar Le Pub
Great music & nice pints.
Bar Du Plateau
The lady running the bar is very welcoming too.
La Cure Gourmande Sète- Fabricant de Pavois
Going to their online shop for gifts back home.
Closed · Opens 10 AM Thu
Le Garrison
Good service, very cheap, nice ambiance.
Maison JANICOT
Great assortment of sardines.
Closed · Opens 9:30 AM Thu
Tempo
Delicious food, original cocktails and a great playlist!
Velvet
Highly recommend
Passage Du Dauphin
Stylish clothes, good coffee... very lively.
L'Audace
Dine-in·No delivery
Panorama Sète
Sete And Co
Closed · Opens 9:30 AM Thu
SAINT CLAIR AVENUE
In-store shopping
Closed · Opens 10 AM Thu
Rue de Tunis
Plage de la baleine
L Entrepôt de K
Closed · Opens 11 AM Thu
Promenade du Môle
Promenade Louis Perrette
Street art
Some interesting pieces but too spaced out.
Artwork Les Gens, Sète
belvédère
Joute Sètoise
Opening hours are indicative — always confirm before you go. Travel times are estimates from Google Maps.
About Sète
Sète has quietly become a vibrant hub for Mediterranean cruising, with seven premium cruise lines calling at this charming French port. Whether you're embarking on a 14-night voyage or enjoying a port of call, you'll find an impressive array of itineraries connecting to iconic destinations like Barcelona, Livorno, Civitavecchia, Marseille, and Monte-Carlo. With nearly 500 cruises scheduled annually and peak seasons spanning from February through April and again in October and November, Sète offers excellent flexibility for planning your Mediterranean escape.
Ashore, this working port town reveals authentic Provençal character that feels refreshingly genuine compared to more touristy Mediterranean stops. The picturesque canal-lined waterfront invites leisurely strolls, while the nearby Languedoc wine region and historic city of Montpellier await those seeking cultural enrichment. Whether you choose to explore locally or venture further inland, Sète provides the perfect balance of accessibility and authentic French charm.
Ashore, this working port town reveals authentic Provençal character that feels refreshingly genuine compared to more touristy Mediterranean stops. The picturesque canal-lined waterfront invites leisurely strolls, while the nearby Languedoc wine region and historic city of Montpellier await those seeking cultural enrichment. Whether you choose to explore locally or venture further inland, Sète provides the perfect balance of accessibility and authentic French charm.
Cruise Lines at Sète
- Viking Ocean Cruises (535 cruises)
- Seabourn (51 cruises)
- Oceania Cruises (40 cruises)
- Silversea (17 cruises)
- PONANT EXPLORATIONS (5 cruises)
- The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection (4 cruises)
- Atlas Ocean Voyages (1 cruise)
- Aurora Expeditions (1 cruise)
Cruises Departing From Sète
Cruises Visiting Sète
Ship Schedule at Sète
Sète Location
Other Cruise Ports in France
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sète known for?
Sète is renowned as the Mediterranean's largest fishing port with scenic canals and a vibrant harbor area.
What are the must-see spots in Sète?
Mont Saint-Clair viewpoint, the fishing port, the Canals and the Promenade along the harbor.
When is the best time to visit Sète?
Spring and early autumn offer mild weather and fewer crowds; summer is lively with beaches and festivals.
How can I explore Sète by water?
Take a boat tour of the canals or stroll the harbor to see the colorful boats.