1st Arrondissement Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A museum exhibit with historical posters, a model of a lighthouse, and classical sculptures.
A modern building with a glass facade, a grassy courtyard, and ancient ruins in the foreground.
A museum interior with glass display cases containing artifacts and a large ship model.
Ancient ruins with stone blocks, a grassy area, and modern buildings in the background.
An art exhibition with framed photographs and a vintage printing press.

Stay near popular 1st Arrondissement attractions

A bakery with a checkered floor and a chandelier.
Photo by Jenessa Peters
Open Photo by Jenessa Peters

La Canebiere

8.0/10 (10 reviews)
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.
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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 Shore Excursion: City Sightseeing Tour of Marseille

Marseille Shore Excursion: City Sightseeing Tour of Marseille

NZ$158
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Marseille Shore Excursion: City Sightseeing Tour of Marseille
Marseille Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Tour

Marseille Scavenger Hunt & Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour

NZ$12
per adult
Marseille Scavenger Hunt & Self-Guided Audio 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 Côte Bleue : calanques turquoise & baignade

NZ$150
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Marseille Côte Bleue : calanques turquoise & baignade
Sailing cruise Chateau d'if and calanques du Frioul

Sailing cruise Chateau d'if and calanques du Frioul

NZ$156
per adult
Sailing cruise Chateau d'if and calanques du Frioul
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Our pick of the best 1st 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$343 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
NZ$343
per night
2 Aug - 3 Aug
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! (1,153 reviews)
"i was charged an extra hour of stay even though I received verbal confirmation that I would not given the AC was not working properly."

Reviewed on 1 July 2026

Maisons du Monde Hôtel & Suites - Marseille Vieux Port
Ibis Marseille Centre Gare Saint Charles

Ibis Marseille Centre Gare Saint Charles

3 out of 5
Square Narvik, Esplanade Saint Charles Marseille Bouches-du-Rhone
The price is NZ$219 per night from 14 July to 15 July
NZ$219
per night
14 July - 15 July
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Marseille. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8/10 Very good! (1,000 reviews)
"The reception staff were quite rude and did not treat guests in a friendly or welcoming manner. They could also improve the quality of the rooms, as everything feels very old and worn out. On a positive note, the breakfast was good."

Reviewed on 28 June 2026

Ibis Marseille Centre Gare Saint Charles
Hôtel LIFE Marseille VP Vieux-Port

Hôtel LIFE Marseille VP Vieux-Port

3 out of 5
35 Quai des Belges Marseille Bouches-du-Rhône
Fully refundable
The price is NZ$375 per night from 10 July to 11 July
NZ$375
per night
10 July - 11 July
Stay at this hotel in Marseille. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (533 reviews)
"Chambre propre, vue incroyable sur le vieux port. Personnel serviable et chaleureux"

Reviewed on 1 July 2026

Hôtel LIFE Marseille VP Vieux-Port
Mercure Marseille Centre Vieux Port

Mercure Marseille Centre Vieux Port

4 out of 5
1 Rue Neuve Saint Martin Marseille Bouches-du-Rhone
The price is NZ$272 per night from 18 July to 19 July
NZ$272
per night
18 July - 19 July
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. ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,000 reviews)
"Great location, breakfast was amazing & the super king bed was so comfortable. We were able to use the storage facility all afternoon until we needed them to go to the airport. The bar prices were reasonable & the staff were friendly & professional."

Reviewed on 28 June 2026

Mercure Marseille Centre Vieux Port
Hôtel Mercure Marseille Canebière Vieux-Port

Hôtel Mercure Marseille Canebière Vieux-Port

4 out of 5
48 La Canebiere Marseille
The price is NZ$253 per night from 28 July to 29 July
NZ$253
per night
28 July - 29 July
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. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (381 reviews)
"Clean room, nice staff. No parking at hotel. That was an adventure."

Reviewed on 30 June 2026

Hôtel Mercure Marseille Canebière Vieux-Port
Grand Hotel Beauvau Marseille Vieux-Port - MGallery Collection

Grand Hotel Beauvau Marseille Vieux-Port - MGallery Collection

4 out of 5
4 Rue Beauvau Marseille Bouches-du-Rhone
The price is NZ$400 per night from 26 July to 27 July
NZ$400
per night
26 July - 27 July
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Marseille. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"beautiful bar facing the old port"

Reviewed on 1 July 2026

Grand Hotel Beauvau Marseille Vieux-Port - MGallery Collection
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Our guide on where to stay in 1st Arrondissement

Find the best 1st Arrondissement areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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 Sormiou and Calanque d'En-Vau, and jump on the metro at Sainte-Marguerite Dromel Station to get around the city.

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 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 boat on calm waters with a sun setting behind a rocky coastline.

Les Goudes

Travellers like the parks in Les Goudes, and Calanques National Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.

1st Arrondissement Travel Guide

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