1st Arrondissement Travel Guide
Marseille
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Popular places to visit
La Canebiere
During your trip to Marseille, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at La Canebiere. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.
Marseille History Museum
The long history of France’s oldest city is on display in a new, innovative space, which celebrates more than 2,600 years of Marseille’s restless spirit.
Jardin des Vestiges
Stroll through the remains of Marseille’s port that is more than 2,000 years old and imagine the clamor and clang of ships docking against the stone walls.
Cassis Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Cassis Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Marseille.
Prado Beach
Lie on the sand, join a game of beach rugby or take to the Mediterranean skies at Marseille’s favorite summertime beach.
Velodrome Stadium
Catch an event at Velodrome Stadium during your trip to Marseille. Amble around the area's beaches or visit its shops.
Top hotels in 1st Arrondissement
Maisons du Monde Hôtel & Suites - Marseille Vieux Port
"Beautiful apartment. Newly renovated. Excellent and very helpful staff! The location is very convenient and provides easy access. Super quiet location. Loved it."
Reviewed on 10 Jun 2026
Grand Hotel Beauvau Marseille Vieux-Port - MGallery Collection
"While the view from the room was quite something, because the building faces west the afternoon sun boils the rooms. Mine never cooled down all night. AC was inadequate. Good breakfast and nice bar area. In a very busy and noisy part of town. But close to all activities."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Ibis Marseille Centre Gare Saint Charles
"The hotel's location is very convenient for the airport, which is why I always choose to stay here whenever I visit Marseille, especially when I have an early airport shuttle or flight to catch. The room was clean, and the bed was comfortable, making for a pleasant stay. The only downside is outside ..."
Reviewed on 10 Jun 2026
Hôtel LIFE Marseille VP Vieux-Port
"The property was amazing is right in front of the old court there is everything going on right there but you close the windows cause he has a window if you choose to stay enough in front of a room with the front view is amazing. You don’t hear nothing once the windows are closed no matter how loud ..."
Reviewed on 10 Jun 2026
Mercure Marseille Centre Vieux Port
"Very convenient locations. And appreciated having staff clean my room daily. Check in and front desk staff were very friendly and helpful. Need better coffee makers in room. Instant coffee doesn’t cut it any more."
Reviewed on 10 Jun 2026
Hôtel Mercure Marseille Canebière Vieux-Port
"Very amazing hotel. Amazing staff."
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
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Where to stay in 1st Arrondissement
Old Port of Marseille
Old Port of Marseille is highly notable for its captivating waterfront views, and you might want to visit top sights like Hotel de Ville and Museum of European and Mediterranean Civilisations. See more of Marseille by jumping on the metro at Vieux-Port Station or Joliette Station.
9th Arrondissement
Well liked for its beaches and parks, 9th Arrondissement is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Calanque Sormiou and Parc du Roy d'Espagne, and jump on the metro at Sainte-Marguerite Dromel Station to get around the city.
8th Arrondissement
Beaches, shopping and waterfront views highlight some notable features of 8th Arrondissement. Make a stop by Cité Radieuse Le Corbusier or Prado Beach while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Rond-Point du Prado Station or Perier Metro Station to get around town.
Opéra
The ample dining options and captivating waterfront views are top of the list for many visitors to Opéra. A stop by La Canebiere or Marseille Opera House might round out your trip.
Chanot - Stade Velodrome
Noted for its waterfront views and coffee shops, there's plenty to explore in Chanot - Stade Velodrome. Top attractions like Velodrome Stadium and Cité Radieuse Le Corbusier are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Sainte-Marguerite Dromel Station or Rond-Point du Prado Station to see more of the city.
