2nd Arrondissement Travel Guide
Marseille
Visit 2nd Arrondissement
Popular places to visit
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.
Fort Saint Jean
This medieval fort is the perfect place for some urban exploration in the heart of Marseille, home to ancient buildings, art and gardens.
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.
La Vieille Charite
A vibrant culture and museum complex serves as an artistic hub for Marseille, in a building that was once a 17th-century shelter for the homeless.
Things to do
Marseille: City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Marseille: Frioul Islands Boat Tour with Swim Stop
Marseille seen from the inside, Local Experiences
From Marseille: Calanques National Park Guided Hike
Top hotels in 2nd Arrondissement
Staycity Aparthotels, Marseille, Centre Vieux Port
Convenient location
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Golden Tulip Marseille Euromed
Rien a dire propre belle vue silencieux
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Hôtel LIGO by HappyCulture
the room was spotless, the breakfast was delicious , friendly staff worth a visit
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
InterContinental Marseille - Hotel Dieu by IHG
Excellent well designed room (executive), with lots of storage space. Very good breakfast and breakfast staff excellent. Staff in reception often not so good and requests not always carried out.
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
Hôtel la Résidence du Vieux Port
Good
Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026
NH Collection Marseille
Staff were fantastic, room was clean, good size & had all the amenities needed. Hotel is in a very central location - can walk from the train station & walk to old town & close by shopping centre
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around 2nd Arrondissement
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 Centre Bourse and La Canebiere. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Vieux-Port 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.
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.
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 Abbaye de Saint Victor or Musée du Santon.
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.
