La Villette Travel Guide
Popular places to visit
Old Port of Marseille
Eat fresh local produce, gaze across the city to the sea and learn about the local heritage in the historic heart of Marseille, one of France’s oldest harbours.
Velodrome Stadium
Catch an event at Velodrome Stadium during your trip to Marseille. Amble around the area's beaches or visit its shops.
Grand Port Maritime de Marseille
Explore the waterfront in Marseille with a trip to Grand Port Maritime de Marseille. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in the area.
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
Sink your feet into the warm sand, play games with locals or watch a tapestry of kites flying in the Mediterranean sky at Marseille’s most popular beach.
Massif des Calanques
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Massif des Calanques during your travels in Marseille. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.
Activities
Marseille: Calanques Côte Bleue Marine Park Boat Cruise
Cassis wine tour: sea, cliffs and vineyards
Marseille: Sunset Sailing Cruise with Dinner and Drinks
Discovery of the coves of the Blue Coast by boat
From Marseille: Frioul Islands Boat Tour with Swim Stop
Marseille: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour & Panier Walking Tour
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Other neighbourhoods around La Villette
3rd Arrondissement
Consider a visit to La Friche Belle de Mai and take some time to enjoy the waterfront views during your time in 3rd Arrondissement. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Désirée Clary Metro Station or National Station.
La Joliette
Visitors often come to La Joliette for its waterfront views, but many stay to explore sights like Old Port of Marseille and Les Terrasses du Port. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Joliette Station.
2nd Arrondissement
Travellers choose 2nd Arrondissement for its captivating waterfront views. Hop aboard the metro at Joliette Station or Jules Guesde Station and check out top sights like Old Port of Marseille.
1st Arrondissement
Travellers love 1st Arrondissement for its captivating waterfront views, and you can see more of Marseille by jumping on the metro at St. Charles Station or Réformés-Canebière Metro Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Old Port of Marseille and La Canebiere.
Saint-Charles
Visitors to Saint-Charles love its captivating waterfront views, and if you want to check out some more things to do around town, jump on the metro at St. Charles Station.
Hôtel-de-Ville
Travellers come to Hôtel-de-Ville for its waterfront views, and you can see top attractions like Hotel de Ville and Le Panier while you're in town.