12th Arrondissement Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit 12th 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.
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.
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.
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.
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 Ciotat Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, La Ciotat Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Marseille.
Activities
From Marseille: Calanques National Park Guided Hike
Marseille Shore Excursion: Calanques National Park by Electric Mountain Bike
From Marseille: Provence Sightseeing Tour and Wine Tasting
Marseille: OM Stadium Access at the Orange Velodrome
Marseille: Calanques National Park Guided Hike with Picnic
Marseille Food Tour – Full Meal of Local Tastes by Do Eat Better
Our pick of the best 12th Arrondissement Hotel Deals
City Résidence Marseille
Lovely, helpful and friendly staff. Good size room, great shower.
Reviewed on 6 June 2025
Maisons du Monde Hôtel & Suites - Marseille Vieux Port
First time travelers to Europe from the US, this was the best place we stayed! Staff was friendly and helpful. Breakfast was delicious. Room was spotless and spacious, it had everything we needed. Great hotel!
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025
Toyoko Inn Marseille Saint Charles
Everythink was perfect
Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025
Golden Tulip Marseille Euromed
Only stayed one night but wish it was more. Great hotel and staff were excellent.
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025
Staycity Aparthotels, Marseille, Centre Vieux Port
The hotel itself is older but it is clean. It has all the basics and a small kitchenette which is fully equipped. There is also a laundry on the ground floor which has 2 washers and dryers, perfect for when travelling. The staff were all very friendly and helpful and nothing seemed to be too ...
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
Residhotel Grand Prado
Parfait
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around 12th Arrondissement
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 La Canebiere and Centre Bourse.
10th Arrondissement
You'll enjoy the museums and parks in 10th Arrondissement. You might want to make time for a stop at Calanques National Park or Galerie de la Friche Belle de Mai.
Belsunce
Visitors to Belsunce love its captivating waterfront views, and you can check out Marseille History Museum and Centre Bourse. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Vieux-Port Station.
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.
Le Rouet
Waterfront views and coffee shops are some noteworthy features of Le Rouet. Make a stop by Prado Market while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at 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.
