Le Pharo Travel Guide
Marseille
Visit Le Pharo
Popular places to visit
Catalan Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Catalan Beach during your travels in Marseille? Stroll along the area's waterfront or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
Pharo Palace
You can learn about the history of Marseille with a trip to Pharo Palace. Visit the area's shops or amble around its waterfront.
Fort Saint Nicholas
You can learn about the history of Marseille with a stop at Fort Saint Nicholas. Wander the waterfront and beautiful beaches in the area.
Velodrome Stadium
Catch an event at Velodrome Stadium during your trip to Marseille. Amble around the area's beaches or visit its shops.
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.
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 Le Pharo
Sofitel Marseille Vieux Port
"Very nice property. Professional yet friendly staff. Super helpful as well! One of the most comfortable beds I’ve slept in. And the food!!! Love love love!!"
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Novotel Marseille Vieux Port
"The staff was very friendly and welcoming. I’ve appreciated their kindness and helpful information as well as the books for the young children!"
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
New Hotel of Marseille
"Great hotel in a nice location."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Maisons du Monde Hôtel & Suites - Marseille Vieux Port
"The accommodations were fair at best. No water in the room. Concrete flooring. No amenities. I guess we paid for location because the hotel was not great. Hot, noisy from the street activity and when we first got there our accommodation was not in the main hotel. In order to stay in the main hotel ..."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
The Originals Résidence Aix Schuman
"Bedroom is not clean! We like the amenities and the well decorated lobby and bedrooms. But the bedroom wasn’t clean, no soap, just 1 towel, they didn’t cleaned the bedroom during the 3 days. We told about for the missing items but no response until we had to go to the receptionist to request it again ..."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Mercure Marseille Centre Vieux Port
"Great location, helpful staff, very nice lobby setup. Room was updated"
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Le Pharo
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 Fort Saint Jean and Hotel de Ville. 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 Calanque d'En-Vau, 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 Prado Beach or La Corniche while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Rond-Point du Prado Station or Perier Metro Station to get around town.
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 Prado Market 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.
6th Arrondissement
Spend some time visiting places like Place Castellane while getting to know 6th Arrondissement, and be sure to check out the waterfront views. You can hop aboard the metro at Castellane Station or Estrangin Station to see more of the area.
