Opéra Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
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.
Borely Park
Experience the rich floral aromas, formal arrangements and many secret corners of one of France’s most cherished gardens, an icon of 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: OM Stadium Access at the Orange Velodrome
Electric Bike Tour to the Calanques from Marseille
Our pick of the best Opéra Hotel Deals
Maisons du Monde Hôtel & Suites - Marseille Vieux Port
We enjoyed our stay in one of the apartments associated with the hotel. Friendly, welcoming staff. Excellent location near the old port. Quiet and clean with daily maid service. A great hybrid model.
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
Grand Hotel Beauvau Marseille Vieux-Port - MGallery Collection
Nice hotel in sensational location. We had a duplex suite with a stunning view over the harbour. Very comfortable bed. Recommended.
Reviewed on 11 Oct 2025
Hôtel Carré Vieux Port
Warm welcome. Very personable. Great location.
Reviewed on 3 Oct 2025
Hôtel LIFE Marseille VP Vieux-Port
The hotel was veery close to the old port. The bed was very comfortable and the shower was nice and hot.
Reviewed on 21 Oct 2025
Europe Hotel
The hotel is basic but clean, despite being tight by the old port it was quiet and the air conditioning in the room was very welcome. The breakfast was basic but good. Staff were friendly and helpful. A good budget hotel in the centre of Marseille.
Reviewed on 10 Aug 2025
Adira Résid'Marseille Vieux-Port
Enjoyed the stay. Just a short walk to the port, but far enough to be quiet.
Reviewed on 8 Sept 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Opéra
Palais de justice
Visitors to Palais de justice enjoy its waterfront views, and if you want to do some exploring, Eglise De Sainte Jeanne D'arc is worth a stop.
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.
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.
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.
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.
