Vauban Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Notre-Dame de la Garde
Marseille’s most iconic building is a bit of a hike to get to, but the reward includes a magnificent 19th-century basilica and the city’s best views.
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 seaside or visit the shops in the area.
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.
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
Hiking in the Calanques National Park from Marseille
Marseille Pub Crawl: Explore by Night Meet, Mingle & Party
Marseille: Guided Pétanque Game with Local Aperitif
Our pick of the best Vauban Hotel Deals
Maisons du Monde Hôtel & Suites - Marseille Vieux Port
Reviewed on 2 Aug. 2025
InterContinental Marseille - Hotel Dieu by IHG
Reviewed on 1 Aug. 2025
Residhotel Grand Prado
Reviewed on 27 Jul. 2025
Staycity Aparthotels, Marseille, Centre Vieux Port
Reviewed on 1 Aug. 2025
Toyoko Inn Marseille Saint Charles
Reviewed on 21 Jul. 2025
Golden Tulip Marseille Euromed
Reviewed on 30 Jul. 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Vauban
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.
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 La Criee National Theater of Marseille or Musée du Santon.
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.
Périer
Périer might not have many top sights, but International Fair and Exhibition Center Marseille and Notre-Dame de la Garde are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
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.
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