Old Port of Marseille Travel Guide

Marseille

Vieux Port featuring street scenes, a city and central business district
Vieux Port featuring boating, a marina and a coastal town
Vieux Port featuring a statue or sculpture, outdoor art and a marina
Marseille showing a marina and boating
Vieux Port featuring a church or cathedral, city views and a city
Eat fresh localproduce, gaze across the city to the sea and learn about the local heritage inthe historic heart of Marseille, one of France’s oldest harbours.

A few hours in Marseille’s Vieux Port precinct reveal the cultural andhistoric hub of the city: a lively promenade flanked by cafés, restaurants andcenturies of Mediterranean history. Sandwiched between the old town and thegrand Notre Dame de la Garde Basilica, Vieux Port is hard to miss and mostvisitors to Marseille will pass through the area often. Learn about the localhistory as you discover some of the city’s most popular attractions.

Begin your day with some freshly baked bread and a coffee on thepromenade. Take a seat at one of the cafés on the northern side of the streetto enjoy views of the Notre Dame de la Garde rising up from its southernoutcrop.

Now that you’re ready to start exploring, spend some time visiting thestructures that expose the port’s 2,600 years of history. See the forts thatprotect the port’s entrance, which have roots in the time of French Kings.Enter Fort St. Jean, a 12th-century building at the northern entrance to theport, to see the permanent exhibition space of the Museum of European andMediterranean Civilisations.

When hunger strikes again you’ll love the range of restaurants in VieuxPort. Pick up some fresh produce from the fish market to prepare a picniclunch, or sit down at a restaurant for a plate of bouillabaisse, a provincialfish stew typical of the city. Afterwards, wander through the historic streetsto window shop at local boutiques.

Vieux Port’s central location makes it the perfect place to start eachday in Marseille. Catch the bus from the terminus to the south to reach allareas of the city, or board a boat to reach the natural attractions of theCalanques National Park. A short walk will bring you to the Canebiére, acolourful arcade lined with cultural attractions and the Marseille touristoffice.


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Top hotels in Old Port of Marseille

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
Radisson Blu Hotel, Marseille Vieux Port

Radisson Blu Hotel, Marseille Vieux Port

4 out of 5
38-40 Quai De Rive Neuve, Marseille, Bouches-du-Rhone
The price is Rp3.191.132 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
Rp3.191.132
Rp3.633.579 total
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Marseille. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (995 reviews)
"Excellent location, beautiful and clean hotel, great outdoor pool and bar. Staff are friendly and very helpful. Food and drink is pricey at the hotel though."

Reviewed on 31 Jul 2025

Radisson Blu Hotel, Marseille Vieux Port
Grand Hotel Beauvau Marseille Vieux-Port - MGallery Collection

Grand Hotel Beauvau Marseille Vieux-Port - MGallery Collection

4 out of 5
4 Rue Beauvau, Marseille, Bouches-du-Rhone
The price is Rp2.740.234 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
Rp2.740.234
Rp3.137.590 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Marseille. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (974 reviews)
"Pro def book a room w the port view, it’s amazing waking up and falling asleep to the lights of the port and seeing the ships. You will not regret this hotel, the breakfast is delicious and the staff is wonderful. Hotel is safe and clean."

Reviewed on 1 Aug 2025

Grand Hotel Beauvau Marseille Vieux-Port - MGallery Collection
Hôtel la Résidence du Vieux Port

Hôtel la Résidence du Vieux Port

4 out of 5
18 Quai Du Port, Marseille, Bouches-du-Rhone
The price is Rp3.322.228 per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
Rp3.322.228
Rp3.777.784 total
11 Aug - 12 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star boutique hotel in Marseille. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (999 reviews)
Gem on harbor
"Excellent location! Portside room view worth the price. Evening receptionist great. Took extra steps unprompted to get my bottle of wine chilled, then drew map of local wine shops to explore. City shut down street for a few weeks which caused our driver additional half hour in traffic. Hotel should ..."

Reviewed on 3 Aug 2025

Hôtel la Résidence du Vieux Port
Hôtel Carré Vieux Port

Hôtel Carré Vieux Port

3 out of 5
6 Rue Beauvau, Marseille, Bouches-du-Rhone
The price is Rp1.895.690 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
Rp1.895.690
Rp2.167.302 total
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Marseille. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (914 reviews)
"Good location on the port. The room doesn’t have much space for putting clothes."

Reviewed on 4 Aug 2025

Hôtel Carré Vieux Port
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Other neighbourhoods around Old Port of Marseille

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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La Joliette

3.5/5(18 area reviews)

Visitors often come to La Joliette for its waterfront views, but many stay to explore sights like Les Terrasses du Port and Museum of European and Mediterranean Civilisations. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Joliette Station.

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7th Arrondissement

4/5(20 area reviews)

The ample dining options and captivating waterfront views are top of the list for many visitors to 7th Arrondissement. A stop by Vallon des Auffes or Catalan Beach might round out your trip.

7th Arrondissement

Old Port of Marseille Travel Guide