2nd Arrondissement Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Old Port of Marseille
Eat fresh local produce, gaze across the city to the sea and learn about the local heritage in the historic heart of Marseille, one of France’s oldest harbours.
Grand Port Maritime de Marseille
Explore the waterfront in Marseille with a trip to Grand Port Maritime de Marseille. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in the area.
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.
Hotel de Ville
A splendid example of southern European Baroque architecture, this building has presided over Marseille’s Vieux Port for almost 350 years.
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.
Docks of Joliette
Explore the waterfront in Marseille with a trip to Docks of Joliette. Visit the area's shops or amble around its seaside.
Activities
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Other neighbourhoods around 2nd Arrondissement
La Joliette
Visitors often come to La Joliette for its waterfront views, but many stay to explore sights like Old Port of Marseille and Les Terrasses du Port. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Joliette Station.
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.
Belsunce
Visitors to Belsunce love its captivating waterfront views, and you can check out Old Port of Marseille and La Canebiere. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Vieux-Port Station.
1st Arrondissement
Travellers love 1st Arrondissement for its captivating waterfront views, and you can see more of Marseille by jumping on the metro at St. Charles Station or Réformés-Canebière Metro Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Old Port of Marseille and La Canebiere.
Opéra
The ample dining options and captivating waterfront views are top of the list for many visitors to Opéra. A stop by Old Port of Marseille or La Canebiere might round out your trip.
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 Old Port of Marseille or La Criee National Theater of Marseille.