2nd Arrondissement Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit 2nd Arrondissement
Popular places to visit
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.
Museum of European and Mediterranean Civilisations
In a striking landmark building, find exhibits that aim to give a new understanding of the Mediterranean, and France’s relation to it, now and in the past.
Hotel de Ville
A splendid example of southern European Baroque architecture, this building has presided over Marseille’s Vieux Port for almost 350 years.
Fort Saint Jean
This medieval fort is the perfect place for some urban exploration in the heart of Marseille, home to ancient buildings, art and gardens.
Cathedral la Major
With its cavernous interior full of reminders of the city’s ancient past, this principal place of worship in Marseille is a neo-Byzantine masterpiece.
La Vieille Charite
A vibrant culture and museum complex serves as an artistic hub for Marseille, in a building that was once a 17th-century shelter for the homeless.
Activities
From Marseille: Calanques National Park Guided Hike
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
Our pick of the best 2nd Arrondissement Hotel Deals
Staycity Aparthotels, Marseille, Centre Vieux Port
The room is exactly as listed. It is clean, and the front desk staff were very polite.
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Golden Tulip Marseille Euromed
Rien a dire propre belle vue silencieux
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Hôtel LIGO by HappyCulture
good
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Hôtel la Résidence du Vieux Port
InterContinental Marseille - Hotel Dieu by IHG
Very friendly and helpful staff.
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Appart Hotel Odalys City Marseille Centre Euromed
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Other neighbourhoods around 2nd Arrondissement
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.
Belsunce
Visitors to Belsunce love its captivating waterfront views, and you can check out Centre Bourse and La Canebiere. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Vieux-Port Station.
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.
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 Memorial De La Marseillaise.
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.
Saint-Victor
Saint-Victor is popular for its waterfront views, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Abbaye de Saint Victor or Musée du Santon.
