1st Arrondissement Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit 1st Arrondissement
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.
Activities
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
From Marseille: Calanques National Park Guided Hike
Marseille: Musée de l'Illusion Entry Ticket
Marseille : calanques Côte Bleue, grottes et villages cachés
Our pick of the best 1st Arrondissement Hotel Deals
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 June 2026
Mercure Marseille Centre Vieux Port
"Great location, helpful staff, very nice lobby setup. Room was updated"
Reviewed on 3 June 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
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 June 2026
Hôtel LIFE Marseille VP Vieux-Port
"Great location. Fantastic view over the harbour.Helpful friendly staff."
Reviewed on 1 June 2026
Hotel Marseille Centre Gare Saint-Charles by Accor
"It took 3 room changes to get us into a semi comfortable room. I had booked and paid more Money to get a queen room with a sofa. The first room had 2 beds and no sofa. The 2nd room AC didn’t work. 3rd room has no sofa, no telephone to call for help and promised kettle for Coffee and tea. We were ..."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
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Our guide on 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 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.
