1st Arrondissement Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit 1st Arrondissement
Popular places to visit
La Canebiere
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.
Marseille History Museum
The long history of France’s oldest city is on display in a new, innovative space, which celebrates more than 2,600 years of Marseille’s restless spirit.
Jardin des Vestiges
Stroll through the remains of Marseille’s port that is more than 2,000 years old and imagine the clamor and clang of ships docking against the stone walls.
Marseille Tourism Office
After visiting Marseille Tourism Office, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Marseille. Visit the area's shops or amble around its waterfront.
Centre Bourse
During your visit to Marseille, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Centre Bourse. Wander the waterfront and beautiful beaches in the area.
Memorial De La Marseillaise
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Memorial De La Marseillaise during your trip to Marseille. Stroll along the waterfront or visit the shops in the area.
Activities
From Marseille: Calanques National Park Guided Hike
Marseille: City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Marseille: Côte Bleue Calanques Boat Tour with Swimming
Marseille: Calanques National Park Guided Hike with Picnic
Marseille: 24, 48, or 72-Hour CityPass with Public Transport
Marseille Shore Excursion: Calanques National Park by Electric Mountain Bike
Our pick of the best 1st Arrondissement Hotel Deals
Maisons du Monde Hôtel & Suites - Marseille Vieux Port
Great property in an amazing location. We had the 2 bed room suite. Very clean and high quality. Sorry spacious. Best place to look around Marseille for families up to 4. Loved the nice private terrace area.
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Grand Hotel Beauvau Marseille Vieux-Port - MGallery Collection
Good local knowledge - position right in the centre for food and drink.
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
Ibis Marseille Centre Gare Saint Charles
Le lieu est très difficile à accéder en voiture. Le stationnement n'était pas simple. Un agent nous a demandé de se créer un compte sur One Park pour pouvoir garer notre voiture, avant même de s'enregistrer à l'hôtel. Se créer un compte sur le Web avec notre cellulaire en plein soleil, avec un très ...
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Alex Hotel & Spa
Right across the street from the train station. Very clean, very friendly staff and excellent breakfast. I wouldn’t hesitate to stay here again.
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026
Mercure Marseille Centre Vieux Port
Les Appartements du Vieux-Port
My daughter stayed there for a couple of nights with 3 friends. They found it very comfortable and appreciate that the staff was available all day.
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around 1st Arrondissement
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
