La Joliette Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Velodrome Stadium
Catch an event at Velodrome Stadium during your trip to Marseille. Amble around the area's beaches or visit its shops.
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.
Grand Port Maritime de Marseille
Explore the waterfront in Marseille with a trip to Grand Port Maritime de Marseille. Stroll along the seaside or visit the shops in the area.
Activities
Marseille: Calanques National Park Guided Hike with Picnic
Marseille: City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Marseille Shore Excursion: Calanques National Park by Electric Mountain Bike
From Marseille: Calanques National Park Guided Hike
Marseille: Guided Pétanque Game with Local Aperitif
Marseille : calanques Côte Bleue, grottes et villages cachés
Our pick of the best La Joliette Hotel Deals
Golden Tulip Marseille Euromed
"Stayed one night in an upgraded comfort ocean view room. In a word: Meh. It’s a somewhat worn out, uninspiring place. They have hired a wonderful photographer who makes all of the glossy hotel pictures look much nicer than it is. That fitness room? The photos of the two machines is exactly correct ..."
Reviewed on 2 June 2026
Residhome Marseille
"Excellent location and good value. Clean, with friendly staff. We had breakfast on our last day, fresh bread and locally sourced products but I thought a wee bit pricy."
Reviewed on 2 June 2026
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
The Originals Résidence Aix Schuman
"Bedroom is not clean! We like the amenities and the well decorated lobby and bedrooms. But the bedroom wasn’t clean, no soap, just 1 towel, they didn’t cleaned the bedroom during the 3 days. We told about for the missing items but no response until we had to go to the receptionist to request it again ..."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Mercure Marseille Centre Vieux Port
"Great location, helpful staff, very nice lobby setup. Room was updated"
Reviewed on 3 June 2026
Toyoko Inn Marseille Saint Charles
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Reviewed on 1 June 2026
Our guide on where to stay in La Joliette
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 Cité Radieuse Le Corbusier 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.
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