1st Arrondissement
Marseille
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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.
Memorial De La Marseillaise
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Memorial De La Marseillaise during your trip to Marseille. Stroll along the waterfront or visit the shops in the area.
Things to do
Marseille: Côte Bleue Calanques Boat Tour with Swimming
Marseille French Pastries and Chocolate Tour
Marseille: OM Stadium Access at the Orange Velodrome
From Marseille: Calanques National Park Guided Hike
Top hotels in 1st Arrondissement
Maisons du Monde Hôtel & Suites - Marseille Vieux Port
Best place to stay in Marseille
Reviewed on 21 Mar, 2026
Grand Hotel Beauvau Marseille Vieux-Port - MGallery Collection
Lovely hotel, nice and clean, the bar has lovely views over the harbour. Staff very welcoming and friendly.
Reviewed on 16 Mar, 2026
Alex Hotel & Spa
From the outside you don’t know what to expect. When you pass the door, you find this little gem, great hospitality, nice clean rooms. Good breakfast. Across the St Charles tube station. Perfect for transport.
Reviewed on 16 Mar, 2026
Ibis Marseille Centre Gare Saint Charles
Les Appartements du Vieux-Port
Clean and comfy room, caring and responsive staff.
Reviewed on 25 Feb, 2026
Mercure Marseille Centre Vieux Port
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Other neighbourhoods around 1st Arrondissement
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.
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.
Hôtel-de-Ville
Travellers come to Hôtel-de-Ville for its waterfront views, and you can see top attractions like Le Panier and Fort Saint Jean while you're in town.
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 Museum of European and Mediterranean Civilisations. See more of Marseille by jumping on the metro at Vieux-Port Station or Joliette 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.
5th Arrondissement
5th Arrondissement is a destination travellers like for its waterfront views, and you might hop aboard the metro at La Timone Station or Baille Station to explore sights like La Plaine.
