Palama Travel Guide
Marseille
Things to do
Marseille: City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Wine, Olive Oil and Scenic Villages of Provence
Marseille: Sunset Boat Cruise with Rosé Wine & Snacks
Cassis: Half-Day Calanques de Cassis Hike
Top hotels in Palama
Maisons du Monde Hôtel & Suites - Marseille Vieux Port
"Lovely hotel and staff. Convenient location."
Reviewed on 28 Jul 2026
Mercure Marseille Centre Vieux Port
"Centrally situated in Vieux Port with easy access to shops and restaurants. The Marina is in easy walking distance with many choices for entertainment and dining. The staff in the hotel were very helpful which help my wife and I have a wonderful stay In Marseille."
Reviewed on 23 Jul 2026
InterContinental Marseille - Hotel Dieu by IHG
"Super service, vraiment exceptionnel!!"
Reviewed on 28 Jul 2026
Toyoko Inn Marseille Saint Charles
"Mauvaise odeur dans la salle de bain en raison de l'engorgement de la canalisation d'évacuation des toilettes. Pas d'interrupteur à côté du lit. Petit-déjeuner industriel. Quartier peu agréable : sortie de l'autoroute d'un côté, terrain vague de l'autre. Au-delà du terrain vague, on voit quelques ..."
Reviewed on 28 Jul 2026
Grand Hôtel Roi René Aix - MGallery Collection
"amazing, very well located and very friendly staff!"
Reviewed on 26 Jul 2026
Hôtel LIGO by HappyCulture
Where to stay in Palama
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 Fort Saint Jean and Hotel de Ville. See more of Marseille by jumping on the metro at Vieux-Port Station or Joliette Station.
9th Arrondissement
Well liked for its beaches and parks, 9th Arrondissement is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Calanque Sormiou and Calanque d'En-Vau, and jump on the metro at Sainte-Marguerite Dromel Station to get around the city.
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.
8th Arrondissement
Beaches, shopping and waterfront views highlight some notable features of 8th Arrondissement. Make a stop by Prado Beach or La Corniche while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Rond-Point du Prado Station or Perier Metro Station to get around town.
6th Arrondissement
Spend some time visiting places like Notre-Dame de la Garde 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.
