1st Arrondissement Travel Guide

Marseille

A museum exhibit with historical posters, a model of a lighthouse, and classical sculptures.
A modern building with a glass facade, a grassy courtyard, and ancient ruins in the foreground.
A museum interior with glass display cases containing artifacts and a large ship model.
Ancient ruins with stone blocks, a grassy area, and modern buildings in the background.
An art exhibition with framed photographs and a vintage printing press.

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A bakery with a checkered floor and a chandelier.
Photo by Jenessa Peters
Open Photo by Jenessa Peters

La Canebiere

8.0/10 (10 reviews)
During your trip to Marseille, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at La Canebiere. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.
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Top hotels in 1st Arrondissement

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
The price is Rp1.768.469 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
Rp1.768.469
Rp2.076.961 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Marseille. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a marina and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,254 reviews)
"Great location, breakfast was good, staff helpful but the room was a bit small with very little storage for clothes and luggage."

Reviewed on 25 Oct 2026

Maisons du Monde Hôtel & Suites - Marseille Vieux Port
Ibis Marseille Centre Gare Saint Charles

Ibis Marseille Centre Gare Saint Charles

3 out of 5
Square Narvik, Esplanade Saint Charles Marseille Bouches-du-Rhone
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp1.725.201 per night from 13 Nov to 14 Nov
Rp1.725.201
Rp1.985.215 total
13 Nov - 14 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Marseille. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
Ibis Marseille Centre Gare Saint Charles
Mercure Marseille Centre Vieux Port

Mercure Marseille Centre Vieux Port

4 out of 5
1 Rue Neuve Saint Martin Marseille Bouches-du-Rhone
The price is Rp2.010.587 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
Rp2.010.587
Rp2.343.292 total
8 Nov - 9 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Marseille. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,001 reviews)
"Great position in the old port. Easy walk to most places of interest"

Reviewed on 21 Oct 2026

Mercure Marseille Centre Vieux Port
Zenitude Hôtel-Résidences Marseille Saint Charles

Zenitude Hôtel-Résidences Marseille Saint Charles

3 out of 5
10 boulevard Charles Nedelec Marseille
The price is Rp1.267.664 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
Rp1.267.664
Rp1.481.924 total
8 Nov - 9 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Marseille. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Zenitude Hôtel-Résidences Marseille Saint Charles
Novotel Marseille Centre Gare

Novotel Marseille Centre Gare

4 out of 5
15 Boulevard Maurice Bourdet Marseille Bouches-du-Rhone
The price is Rp1.692.060 per night from 30 Oct to 31 Oct
Rp1.692.060
Rp1.992.912 total
30 Oct - 31 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Marseille. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,001 reviews)
"Great location and a clean well run hotel with a nice breakfast. Staff is nice and very helpful. Rough elements hanging around, particularly in the evening."

Reviewed on 24 Oct 2026

Novotel Marseille Centre Gare
Alex Hotel & Spa

Alex Hotel & Spa

3 out of 5
13-15 Place des Marseillaises Marseille Bouches-du-Rhone
The price is Rp1.679.172 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
Rp1.679.172
Rp1.934.583 total
8 Nov - 9 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Marseille. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
Alex Hotel & Spa
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Where to stay in 1st Arrondissement

Find the best 1st Arrondissement areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A marina with numerous boats docked, colorful buildings, and a prominent church on a hill in the background.

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.

A coastal landscape with rocky cliffs, a narrow beach, and clear turquoise waters.

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.

A harbor with boats, a tall pole with birds, and a cityscape in the background.
Photo by Caminante
Open Photo by Caminante

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.

Ancient ruins, a modern building, and a tall tree.

Belsunce

Visitors to Belsunce love its captivating waterfront views, and you can check out Marseille History Museum and La Canebiere. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Vieux-Port Station.

A cityscape at dusk with illuminated buildings and a prominent modern architectural structure in the center.

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.

1st Arrondissement Travel Guide