Saint-Charles Travel Guide
Marseille
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Popular places to visit
Velodrome Stadium
Catch an event at Velodrome Stadium during your trip to Marseille. Amble around the area's beaches or visit its shops.
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.
Cassis Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Cassis Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Marseille.
Prado Beach
Lie on the sand, join a game of beach rugby or take to the Mediterranean skies at Marseille’s favorite summertime beach.
La Ciotat Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, La Ciotat Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Marseille.
Borely Park
Explore the floral scents, formal designs and hidden treasures at Marseille’s favorite park and one of France’s most notable gardens.
Things to do
Beyond Bouillabaisse: Diving into Marseille’s Multicultural Stew
Marseille seen from the inside, Local Experiences
From Marseille: Calanques National Park Guided Hike
Marseille Shore Excursion: Calanques National Park by Electric Mountain Bike
Marseille Old Port And Panier District Walking Tour
Top hotels in Saint-Charles
Toyoko Inn Marseille Saint Charles
Good location great room nice Breakfast Buffet
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Zenitude Hôtel-Résidences Marseille Saint Charles
We had a very nice stay at this hotel. Added bonus was the do-it-yourself laundry service. Room a wee bit small, but nice balcony and view onto plaza. Great location for St Charles train station. Good too for walking to and from the old port area, though one nearby street a bit sketchy at night. ...
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
Alex Hotel & Spa
Convenient hotel with great proximity to the train station. Room was clean and comfortable
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
Ibis Marseille Centre Gare Saint Charles
Very good hospitality. Friendly receptionists. Warm greetings.
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Massilia Hôtel
Very close to the Gare St Charles.
Reviewed on 26 Sept 2025
Liberté
Lovely host delicious breakfast and beautiful room. Although we had tall roof in room it was hot, we needed a fan.
Reviewed on 13 Aug 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Saint-Charles
1st Arrondissement
Travellers love 1st Arrondissement for its captivating waterfront views, and you can see more of Marseille by jumping on the metro at St. Charles Station or Réformés-Canebière Metro Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like La Canebiere and Marseille History Museum.
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.
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.
La Joliette
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.
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.
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.
