1st Arrondissement
Marseille
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.
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 beautiful beaches or visit the shops in the area.
Things to do
Marseille: City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Marseille: 24, 48, or 72-Hour CityPass with Public Transport
Marseille French Pastries and Chocolate Tour
Marseille : calanques Côte Bleue, grottes et villages cachés
Top hotels in 1st Arrondissement
Maisons du Monde Hôtel & Suites - Marseille Vieux Port
Great location and nice rooms, breakfast is a little lacking and only one lift. Sound proofing in rooms was really good blocking out most of the port noise but not 100% Would stay again
Reviewed on 10 May, 2026
Mercure Marseille Centre Vieux Port
Ibis Marseille Centre Gare Saint Charles
Very basic hotel. Front desk staff was helpful. They arranged a taxi to the airport for me. They advertised 24 hour food services which wasn't the case. The hotel is directly behind the train station. The walkway to the hotel entrance smelled of dog feces.
Reviewed on 9 May, 2026
Hôtel LIFE Marseille VP Vieux-Port
Good location in the Vieux Port. Great views of the harbour- can be noisy due to entertainment there. Staff not that friendly, rooms clean, breakfast ok. No decaffeinated coffee available but close to cafes. Great market on Sundays.
Reviewed on 10 May, 2026
Grand Hotel Beauvau Marseille Vieux-Port - MGallery Collection
Nice hotel… great location
Reviewed on 5 May, 2026
Alex Hotel & Spa
Front desk staff very helpful. The breakfast was very good.
Reviewed on 8 May, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around 1st Arrondissement
Belsunce
Visitors to Belsunce love its captivating waterfront views, and you can check out La Canebiere and Memorial De La Marseillaise. 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 Hotel de Ville and Le Panier while you're in town.
La Joliette
Visitors often come to La Joliette for its waterfront views, but many stay to explore sights like Les Terrasses du Port and Museum of European and Mediterranean Civilisations. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Joliette 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.
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.
