12th Arrondissement Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Palais Longchamp and Fountain in Marseille, France. Historic Landmark Panorama

Stay near popular 12th Arrondissement attractions

Discipline et Traditions

Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Discipline et Traditions during your trip to Marseille. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.
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Activities

Marseille: City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

Marseille: City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

NZ$45
per adult
Marseille: City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Marseille Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Tour

Marseille Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour

NZ$6
per adult
Marseille Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour
Marseille: Calanques National Park Guided Hike with Picnic

Marseille: Calanques National Park Guided Hike with Picnic

NZ$69
per adult
Marseille: Calanques National Park Guided Hike with Picnic
Picture 8 for Activity Marseille: Calanques Côte Bleue Marine Park Boat Cruise

Marseille: Calanques Côte Bleue Boat Tour with Swimming

NZ$132
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Marseille: Calanques Côte Bleue Boat Tour with Swimming
Marseille: 24, 48, or 72-Hour CityPass with Public Transport

Marseille: 24, 48, or 72-Hour CityPass with Public Transport

NZ$71
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Marseille: 24, 48, or 72-Hour CityPass with Public Transport
Marseille: Capture the most Photogenic Spots with a Local

Marseille: 2-hour Best Intro Walking Tour with a Local

NZ$156
per adult
Marseille: 2-hour Best Intro Walking Tour with a Local
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Our pick of the best 12th Arrondissement Hotel Deals

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 NZ$299 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
NZ$299
30 Aug - 31 Aug
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! (1,203 reviews)
"Great location! But the room is very small and also has sewage smell. They renovated the room well but it’s just showing age"

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2026

Maisons du Monde Hôtel & Suites - Marseille Vieux Port
Toyoko Inn Marseille Saint Charles

Toyoko Inn Marseille Saint Charles

3 out of 5
25 avenue du Général Leclerc Marseille
The price is NZ$158 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
NZ$158
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Marseille. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Toyoko Inn Marseille Saint Charles
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 NZ$511 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
NZ$511
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Marseille. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Great location for restaurants, shopping and site seeing. Easy to walk to most anything you choose to do. Beautiful rooms and when it’s warm ability to control your air conditioning temp!"

Reviewed on 14 Aug 2026

InterContinental Marseille - Hotel Dieu by IHG
Hôtel LIGO by HappyCulture

Hôtel LIGO by HappyCulture

4 out of 5
14-16 Rue Jean Trinquet Marseille FR
The price is NZ$193 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
NZ$193
6 Sept - 7 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Marseille. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Grand Port Maritime de Marseille and Velodrome ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (196 reviews)
"L'hôtel été très agréable avec un petit dej au top le seul hic c'est dans la salle de bain shampooing et gel douche a disposition mais pas de gel douche ou de savon le lit été un"

Reviewed on 11 Aug 2026

Hôtel LIGO by HappyCulture
Grand Hôtel Roi René Aix - MGallery Collection

Grand Hôtel Roi René Aix - MGallery Collection

4 out of 5
24 Boulevard du Roi Rene Aix-en-Provence Bouches-du-Rhone
The price is NZ$363 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
NZ$363
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Aix-en-Provence. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (784 reviews)
"Excellent location and amazing team. We were unable to Use the pool As it was full screaming kids and families. Not what we were looking for. But amazing for families"

Reviewed on 16 Aug 2026

Grand Hôtel Roi René Aix - MGallery Collection
Golden Tulip Marseille Euromed

Golden Tulip Marseille Euromed

4 out of 5
6 Place Henri Verneuil Marseille
The price is NZ$228 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
NZ$228
30 Aug - 31 Aug
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. ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,003 reviews)
"Excellent bed, very very good. Large room. But pool is super small and only 1m20 depth: only for children. The fitness room is extra small with only 2 machines. Do not expect real gym there."

Reviewed on 10 Aug 2026

Golden Tulip Marseille Euromed
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Our guide on where to stay in 12th Arrondissement

Find the best 12th Arrondissement areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about 12th Arrondissement
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A marina with numerous sailboats docked, wooden piers, and buildings 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 Hotel de Ville and Museum of European and Mediterranean Civilisations. 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 Morgiou and Calanque Sormiou, and jump on the metro at Sainte-Marguerite Dromel Station to get around the city.

A crowded square with a large, open-air ceiling decorated with numerous hanging lights.
Photo by C J West
Open Photo by C J West

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.

A large building with a fountain in front, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and trees.

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.

A historic building with a dome and arches, overlooking a city and mountains.

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.

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