La Castellane Travel Guide

Marseille

La Castellane
La Castellane
La Castellane
La Castellane
La Castellane

To the south of Marseille’s Vieux-Port, this bustling neighbourhood along the Avenue Prado is full of magnificent civil and religious architecture.

Castellane, and its popular central plaza, is one of Marseille’s most beloved neighborhoods among locals. Full of restaurants and impressive if a bit run-down buildings, it’s the perfect place to go to get a sense of how the Marseillais live. Shop, explore or just sit in a small café with a glass of pastisto people-watch as the city happens around you.

Form a self-guided tour of Castellane’s many religious buildings, starting at the 19th-century Grand Synagogue and its impressive Romanesque façade, center of worship for Marseille’s Jews that have lived here since the 5th century.

Go south to the Basilique du Sacré Coeur, built after World War I in a neo-Romanesque, neo-Byzantine style with massive granite columns. Return to the secular world at the Palais de Justice, a courthouse that boasts impressive neoclassical design and pleasant lawns with a central statue.

From the Palais de Justice, head to the Place Castellane, from which the neighborhood gets its name. Take photos of the famous fountain at the center of this 18th-century plaza. Come in the mornings for the Marché du Castellane, where everything from local produce to antiques can be purchased.

To the north is the Musée Cantini. Spend some time perusing its artworks that are focused on early 20th-century modernism and housed in an impressive 17th-century mansion.

Castellane is in the 6th arrondissement, immediately to the south of the Vieux-Port. A metro station in Place Castellane has connections to the rest of the city. Reach Castellane by metro in 10 minutes from the Marseille-Saint-Charles train station or in 40 minutes from the Marseille Provence airport.

One of the many Marseillais neighborhoods that was almost completely rebuilt in the 18th century by Louis XIV, Castellane is best explored on foot so the small details of the local architecture can be appreciated.


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Top hotels in La Castellane

Maisons du Monde Hôtel & Suites - Marseille Vieux Port

Maisons du Monde Hôtel & Suites - Marseille Vieux Port

4 out of 5
43 Quai des Belges, Marseille, Bouches-du-Rhone
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Marseille. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a marina and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"great location and nice staff. My only grievance is the occasional sewage smell sneaking into the room."

Reviewed on 2 Aug 2025

Maisons du Monde Hôtel & Suites - Marseille Vieux Port
InterContinental Marseille - Hotel Dieu by IHG

InterContinental Marseille - Hotel Dieu by IHG

5 out of 5
1 Place Daviel, Marseille, Bouches-du-Rhone
The price is Rp4.588.331 per night from 13 Aug to 14 Aug
Rp4.588.331
Rp5.211.102 total
13 Aug - 14 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Marseille. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9/10 Wonderful! (992 reviews)
Excellent, Exceptional Hotel - Loved It !!
"Phenomenal Hotel. The Staff was really friendly and helpful. The hotel itself was beautiful, and our suite was very comfortable. All of the staff were smiling and gracious. Luca at the concierge was truly hospitable. He gave great recommendations and was always willing to help. Genuinely friendl ..."

Reviewed on 1 Aug 2025

InterContinental Marseille - Hotel Dieu by IHG
Residhotel Grand Prado

Residhotel Grand Prado

3 out of 5
Allée Turcat Méry, 7 square des frères Ambrogiani, Marseille
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp1.055.661 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
Rp1.055.661
Rp1.243.196 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Marseille. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
7.4/10 Good! (2,262 reviews)
Best choice
"L'établissement est excellent… chambres spacieuses, le personnel est sympa… en gros on a passé un tres bon sejour"

Reviewed on 27 Jul 2025

Residhotel Grand Prado
Staycity Aparthotels, Marseille, Centre Vieux Port

Staycity Aparthotels, Marseille, Centre Vieux Port

3 out of 5
4 place Pierre Bertas, Marseille
The price is Rp2.119.084 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
Rp2.119.084
Rp2.412.962 total
16 Aug - 17 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Marseille. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,242 reviews)
"Staff was very helpful with suggestions of things to do."

Reviewed on 2 Aug 2025

Staycity Aparthotels, Marseille, Centre Vieux Port
Toyoko Inn Marseille Saint Charles

Toyoko Inn Marseille Saint Charles

3 out of 5
25 avenue du Général Leclerc, Marseille
Fully refundable
The price is Rp1.360.112 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
Rp1.360.112
Rp1.578.092 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Marseille. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,975 reviews)
Comfortable and easy!
"Close to the train station, friendly staff, and clean room. Great one night stay!"

Reviewed on 1 Aug 2025

Toyoko Inn Marseille Saint Charles
Golden Tulip Marseille Euromed

Golden Tulip Marseille Euromed

4 out of 5
6 Place Henri Verneuil, Marseille
The price is Rp1.664.684 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
Rp1.664.684
Rp1.954.485 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Marseille. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (996 reviews)
"Amazing"

Reviewed on 30 Jul 2025

Golden Tulip Marseille Euromed
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Other neighbourhoods around La Castellane

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6th Arrondissement

4/5(16 area reviews)

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.

6th Arrondissement
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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 La Canebiere or Marseille Opera House might round out your trip.

Opéra
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Périer

Périer might not have many top sights, but International Fair and Exhibition Center Marseille and Notre-Dame de la Garde are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Périer
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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.

Saint-Victor
Prado Beach showing general coastal views and a sandy beach as well as a small group of people

Prado-Perier

Noted for its seaside views and waterfront views, there's plenty to explore in Prado-Perier. Top attractions like International Fair and Exhibition Center Marseille and Le Prado are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Rond-Point du Prado Station or Perier Metro Station to see more of the city.

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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.

Belsunce

La Castellane Travel Guide