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.
Marseille Tourism Office
After visiting Marseille Tourism Office, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Marseille. Visit the area's shops or amble around its waterfront.
Centre Bourse
During your visit to Marseille, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Centre Bourse. Wander the waterfront and beautiful beaches in the area.
Marseille Opera House
You can enjoy a show at Marseille Opera House on your trip to Marseille. Wander the waterfront and beautiful beaches in the area.
Things to do
Marseille: City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Marseille: Calanques National Park Guided Hike with Picnic
Marseille Shore Excursion: Calanques National Park by Electric Mountain Bike
Marseille: Guided Pétanque Game with Local Aperitif
Top hotels in 1st Arrondissement
Maisons du Monde Hôtel & Suites - Marseille Vieux Port
"Clean room and very nice apartment. Lots of space and very central and walking distance to everything"
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
Mercure Marseille Centre Vieux Port
"The rooms are rundown"
Reviewed on 6 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
"Air conditioning was not working at all and we couldn’t sleep at all It was so warm and humid"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Hôtel LIFE Marseille VP Vieux-Port
"The cocoon room was so cozy and clean. Staff were super nice and helpful. They stored our luggage after checkout with no problem. Loved the setup of the room and the shower and bathroom were very clean and modern. The stairs up to the lobby weren’t a problem with two small suitcases."
Reviewed on 3 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.
