8th Arrondissement Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit 8th Arrondissement
Popular places to visit
Velodrome Stadium
Catch an event at Velodrome Stadium during your trip to Marseille. Amble around the area's beaches or visit its shops.
Borely Park
Experience the rich floral aromas, formal arrangements and many secret corners of one of France’s most cherished gardens, an icon of Marseille.
La Corniche
Walk or drive along this stunning seafront promenade, which winds from Marseille’s downtown to the Prado beaches, with monuments and views along the way.
Parc Chanot Convention and Exhibition Center
Learn about the events happening in Parc Chanot Convention and Exhibition Center during your trip to Marseille. Visit the area's shops or amble around its waterfront.
Le Prado
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Le Prado during your stay in Marseille. Amble around the area's beaches or visit its shops.
Plage de la Pointe Rouge
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Plage de la Pointe Rouge during your travels in Marseille? Stroll along the waterfront or visit the shops in the area.
Activities
Marseille: Calanques National Park Guided Hike with Picnic
Marseille Shore Excursion: Calanques National Park by Electric Mountain Bike
Marseille: Côte Bleue Calanques Boat Tour with Swimming
Marseille: OM Stadium Access at the Orange Velodrome
Panoramic hike on Marseille from Les Calanques
Our pick of the best 8th Arrondissement Hotel Deals
Residhotel Grand Prado
Bed bugs no never clean your room during stay even if you ask no good customer service
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Novotel Marseille Centre Prado Vélodrome
Personnel très accueillant et sympathique, très bon petit déjeuner
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
AC Hotel by Marriott Marseille Prado Velodrome
B&B HOTEL Marseille Vélodrome Prado
Clean room, friendly staff
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
Le Drips
Chambre spacieuse et très propre, personne super professionnel et accueillant. Petit dej top Salle de sport très agréable !
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Villa M Marseille
Hotel is extremely comfortable with great views out to sea. Breakfast was a basic continental.
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around 8th Arrondissement
Prado-Perier
Noted for its seaside views and waterfront views, there's plenty to explore in Prado-Perier. Top attractions like International Fair and Exhibition Center Marseille and Le Prado are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Rond-Point du Prado Station or Perier Metro Station to see more of the city.
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 Palais des Sports de Marseille 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.
La Pointe Rouge
You'll enjoy the beaches and parks in La Pointe Rouge. You might want to make time for a stop at Plage de la Pointe Rouge or La Corniche.
Roucas-Blanc
Unique features of Roucas-Blanc include the beaches and restaurants. Make a stop by La Corniche or Gulf of Lion while you're exploring the area.
7th Arrondissement
The ample dining options and captivating waterfront views are top of the list for many visitors to 7th Arrondissement. A stop by Vallon des Auffes or Catalan Beach might round out your trip.
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.
