1st Arrondissement Travel Guide
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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.
Saint Vincent de Paul Church
Find out about the history of Marseille when you take a trip to Saint Vincent de Paul Church. Stroll along the seaside or visit the shops in the area.
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.
Activities
From Marseille: Calanques National Park Guided Hike
Marseille: Explore the Wild Beauty of the Frioul Islands
Marseille: Calanques National Park Guided Hike with Picnic
Marseille: Sunset Sailing Cruise with Dinner and Drinks
Marseille Food Tour – Full Meal of Local Tastes by Do Eat Better
Marseille: Calanques National Park Sailing Cruise with Lunch
Our pick of the best 1st Arrondissement Hotel Deals
Maisons du Monde Hôtel & Suites - Marseille Vieux Port
Reviewed on 7 Aug. 2025
Grand Hotel Beauvau Marseille Vieux-Port - MGallery Collection
Reviewed on 4 Aug. 2025
Hôtel Carré Vieux Port
Reviewed on 8 Aug. 2025
Hotel Marseille Centre Gare Saint-Charles
Reviewed on 20 Jul. 2025
Ibis Marseille Centre Gare Saint Charles
Reviewed on 29 Jul. 2025
Mercure Marseille Centre Vieux Port
Reviewed on 29 Jul. 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around 1st Arrondissement
Belsunce
Visitors to Belsunce love its captivating waterfront views, and you can check out La Canebiere and Marseille History Museum. 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 Hotel de Ville 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.
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