Marseille

Travel Guide

Vieux Port featuring boating and a marina
Marseille showing rocky coastline, a coastal town and cbd
Vieux Port featuring boating, a coastal town and a marina
Notre-Dame de la Garde showing a coastal town, landscape views and a sunset
Marseille featuring night scenes and modern architecture

Where to stay in Marseille

Vieux Port featuring street scenes, a square or plaza and a church or cathedral

Old Port of Marseille

Enjoy the captivating waterfront views in Old Port of Marseille. Hotel de Ville is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Vieux-Port Station or Joliette Station to see more of Marseille.

Old Port of Marseille
8th Arrondissement featuring a fountain, a pool and a park

8th Arrondissement

4.5/5(19 area reviews)

Beaches, shopping, and waterfront views highlight some notable features of 8th Arrondissement. Make a stop by Borely Beach or Prado Beach while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Rond-Point du Prado Station or Perier Metro Station to get around town.

8th Arrondissement
Prado Beach showing a beach and general coastal views 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 Velodrome Stadium 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.

Prado-Perier
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9th Arrondissement

5/5(1 area review)

Marseille's 9th arrondissement, the largest district, boasts the historic Mazargues Obelisk and War Cemetery, with convenient access to Rond-Point du Prado and Sainte-Marguerite Dromel metro stations.

9th Arrondissement
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Chanot - Stade Velodrome

Noted for its waterfront views and coffeehouses, there's plenty to explore in Chanot - Stade Velodrome. Top attractions like Velodrome Stadium and Palais des Sports de Marseille are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Sainte-Marguerite Dromel Station or Rond-Point du Prado Station to see more of the city.

Chanot - Stade Velodrome
Un, deux, trois. Marseille stairs

Saint-Charles

Saint-Charles is known for its waterfront views, and you can get around the area by hopping on the metro at St. Charles Station.

Saint-Charles
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 WiFi, a marina, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,010 reviews)
"Nice place do be and great hotel staff"

Reviewed on 8 June 2025

Maisons du Monde Hôtel & Suites - Marseille Vieux Port
ibis Marseille Provence Aéroport
ibis Marseille Provence Aéroport
3 out of 5
CS 40016, Vitrolles, Bouches-du-Rhone
The price is AED 374 per night from Jun 20 to Jun 21
AED 374
AED 432 total
20 Jun - 21 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in Vitrolles. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (997 reviews)
"The food in restaurant was good and i got a pizza made for later. The bed was not up to standard. The pool was nice but we did not use it. Transfer to the airport was provided."

Reviewed on 3 June 2025

ibis Marseille Provence Aéroport
Toyoko Inn Marseille Saint Charles
Toyoko Inn Marseille Saint Charles
3 out of 5
25 avenue du Général Leclerc, Marseille
The price is AED 374 per night from Jun 22 to Jun 23
AED 374
AED 429 total
22 Jun - 23 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Marseille. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,059 reviews)
"Staffs are very friendly"

Reviewed on 6 June 2025

Toyoko Inn Marseille Saint Charles
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Residhotel Grand Prado
Residhotel Grand Prado
3 out of 5
Allée Turcat Méry, 7 square des frères Ambrogiani, Marseille
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Marseille. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.4/10 Good! (2,197 reviews)
Pas mal pour le prix...
"Très bon rapport qualité-prix. Rien de luxueux, rien de repoussant non plus. Plutôt dans la moyenne haute des endroits où il est bon de séjourner quand on veut visiter la ville sans se ruiner."

Reviewed on 2 June 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
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Marseille. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,198 reviews)
"Good location, friendly staff, room was well equipped & clean. Everything we needed to explore Marseille."

Reviewed on 6 June 2025

Staycity Aparthotels, Marseille, Centre Vieux Port
Residhotel Vieux Port
Residhotel Vieux Port
3 out of 5
4 Rue Coutellerie, Marseille, Bouches-du-Rhone
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Marseille. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), daily housekeeping, and conference space. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
7.8/10 Good! (836 reviews)
"Everything was OK . I recommend this place."

Reviewed on 7 June 2025

Residhotel Vieux Port
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Marseille

4.2
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
89
5 - Excellent 37%
4 - Good
109
4 - Good 46%
3 - Okay
33
3 - Okay 14%
2 - Disappointing
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2 - Disappointing 3%
1 - Terrible
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1 - Terrible 1%

5/5 - Excellent

A.Lawrence

loved it. people said it was dangerous, i beg to differ.. the port and the surrounding areas are just lovely. i will return to see more of Marseille

2/5 - Disappointing

Verified traveler

We stayed a week at this property because they were honest. We had issues with other places who were not very trustworthy. Marseille is not a very straightforward experience, you have to be careful where you stay.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

This city is not sightseeing city. Some local trains are dirty on the outside. Rail roads in the station were filled with garbage.

4/5 - Good

Ozzy

During the day and up u til 8pm, it is nice. But when the sun goes down, it gets empty and shady. I was alone and am a female and felt a bit scared. There seems to be many transients that prey on tourists. I felt like I was being followed a few times

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

Unfortunately strikes & protesting is happening during my visit.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Beautiful weather, kind people, great graffiti, lots to do, great food