Saint-Charles Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Saint-Charles
Popular places to visit
![Vieux Port featuring city views, a church or cathedral and heritage architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/59000/59043-Marseille.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
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.
![Velodrome Stadium](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/d5ed274a23713130575153574efae1b1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
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](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/23c15684e92755dd2e1198875cd04ed0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
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.
![Cassis Beach](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/03c1cc9658a8a4d6024a52a6b3cec4af.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
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 which includes swimming, a sandy beach and general coastal views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/59000/59078-Prado-Beach.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
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.
![Cassis showing a coastal town, general coastal views and rugged coastline](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/50000/50334-Cassis.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Massif des Calanques
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Massif des Calanques during your travels in Marseille. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.
Activities
![Beyond Bouillabaisse: Diving into Marseille’s Multicultural Stew](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45271673/9eab1856-21d8-4f4e-9347-d7a2882ed70b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Beyond Bouillabaisse: Diving into Marseille’s Multicultural Stew
![Avignon Private guided tour and wine tastings from Marseille](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47814008/bf96f9ee-fa25-4c5a-add3-6ad1d05287e9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Avignon Private guided tour and wine tastings from Marseille
![Avignon](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46583669/c9b7ff85-e098-4476-888b-588d77c1d35d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Full-day Avignon Private Tour with Wine Tasting from Marseille
![Marseille: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour & Panier Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44645202/31beb928-74ba-4c42-b812-68d90cfbc9a8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Marseille: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour & Panier Walking Tour
![Aix-en-Provence: Medieval Village Art and Vineyards](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48083525/c7541f6e-e872-4c1c-bbf9-751f4015c3f9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Aix-en-Provence: Medieval Village Art and Vineyards
Our pick of the best Saint-Charles Hotel Deals
![Toyoko Inn Marseille Saint Charles](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20590000/20587000/20586924/4518d6a2_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 11 Jan. 2025
![Alex Hotel & Spa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7020000/7016100/7016093/00e8806f_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 5 Feb. 2025
![Ibis Marseille Centre Gare Saint Charles](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/10000/9963/f9e7c63c_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 4 Feb. 2025
![Holiday Inn Express Marseille - Saint Charles, an IHG Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3160000/3156000/3155943/bdd3fc8b_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 29 Jan. 2025
![Zenitude Hôtel-Résidences Marseille Saint Charles](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5380000/5371300/5371235/39deb673_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 16 Oct. 2024
![Urban Loft & Spa Marseille](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21760000/21758500/21758490/dde09ece_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 10 Oct. 2024
Other neighbourhoods around Saint-Charles
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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.
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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.
![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
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.
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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.
![Default Image](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/363000/363521-Cathedral-La-Major.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
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.
![Default Image](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/363000/363472-Hotel-De-Ville-Marseille.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
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.