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.
Saint Vincent de Paul Church
Saint Vincent de Paul Church is just one of the places to see in Marseille, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the area's shops or amble around its waterfront.
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.
Activities
From Marseille: Calanques National Park Guided Hike
Marseille: 24, 48, or 72-Hour CityPass with Public Transport
Marseille Shore Excursion: Calanques National Park by Electric Mountain Bike
La Ciotat: Calanques National Park Guided Hike
Calanques Trilogy Electric Bike Tour from Marseille
Panoramic hike on Marseille from Les Calanques
Our pick of the best 1st Arrondissement Hotel Deals
Maisons du Monde Hôtel & Suites - Marseille Vieux Port
Extremely good location. Good Breakfast . Small rooms
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Grand Hotel Beauvau Marseille Vieux-Port - MGallery Collection
Breakfast 10/10
Reviewed on 6 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
New Hotel Le Quai - Vieux Port
Yes
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
Mercure Marseille Centre Vieux Port
I really enjoyed my stay at the hotel. The service was excellent, the breakfast was very good, and the location is great. My only criticism is the bathroom: there is no proper shower enclosure, which causes the bathroom to get very wet, and there was no hygienic shower (bidet spray) available. Overall, ...
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Alex Hotel & Spa
Convenient hotel with great proximity to the train station. Room was clean and comfortable
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around 1st Arrondissement
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.
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.
Palais de justice
Visitors to Palais de justice enjoy its waterfront views, and if you want to do some exploring, Eglise De Sainte Jeanne D'arc is worth a stop.
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.
