La Joliette Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A large, ornate cathedral with multiple domes and arches.
A historic cathedral with two towers, a plaza with trees and outdoor seating, and a staircase leading up to the cathedral.
A large, ornate cathedral with multiple domes and arches.
A large cathedral with two towers and a bridge in the background.
A large, ornate cathedral with multiple domes and intricate architectural details.

Stay near popular La Joliette attractions

A modern building with intricate metalwork and lights, a dock with boats, and a calm waterfront at sunset.

Museum of European and Mediterranean Civilisations

8.8/10 (818 reviews)
In a striking landmark building, find exhibits that aim to give a new understanding of the Mediterranean, and France’s relation to it, now and in the past.
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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 La Joliette Hotel Deals

Golden Tulip Marseille Euromed

Golden Tulip Marseille Euromed

4 out of 5
6 Place Henri Verneuil Marseille
The price is NZ$219 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
NZ$219
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
Novotel Suites Marseille Centre Euromed

Novotel Suites Marseille Centre Euromed

4 out of 5
33 Boulevard de Dunkerque Marseille Bouches-du-Rhone
The price is NZ$238 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
NZ$238
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Marseille. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Popular attractions Grand Port Maritime de Marseille ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"Dobre miejsce wypadowe do zwiedzania miasta, w pobliżu metro, autobus i tramwaj. Sklepy spożywcze 5 min spacerem. Sniania bardzo smaczne, obsługa hotelowa bardzo miła i pomocna."

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2026

Novotel Suites Marseille Centre Euromed
Best Western Plus Hotel La Joliette

Best Western Plus Hotel La Joliette

4 out of 5
49 Avenue Robert Schuman Marseille Bouches-du-Rhone
The price is NZ$227 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
NZ$227
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Marseille. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Popular attractions Grand Port Maritime ...
8.4/10 Very good! (417 reviews)
"Very helpful staff. The hotel is being renovated and so there are workman on site but it didn’t interrupt our stay."

Reviewed on 11 Aug 2026

Best Western Plus Hotel La Joliette
Residhome Marseille

Residhome Marseille

4 out of 5
23 Rue Mazenod Marseille
The price is NZ$212 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
NZ$212
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Marseille. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Residhome Marseille
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$346 per night from 4 Sept to 5 Sept
NZ$346
4 Sept - 5 Sept
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! (1,204 reviews)
"Staff was great and great location."

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2026

Maisons du Monde Hôtel & Suites - Marseille Vieux Port
Hôtel Saint Christophe Aix en Provence Centre Ville

Hôtel Saint Christophe Aix en Provence Centre Ville

4 out of 5
2 Avenue Victor Hugo Aix-en-Provence Bouches-du-Rhone
The price is NZ$254 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
NZ$254
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Aix-en-Provence. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Popular attractions Cours Mirabeau and La ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (141 reviews)
"The staff from my first accouner made me feel so welcome. They carried my luggage to my room. My room was ready 4 hours earlier which was such a lovely surprise. All staffvso helpful. Food was excellent. Perfect location with easy parking nearby . I'd recommend staying here 100%"

Reviewed on 19 Aug 2026

Hôtel Saint Christophe Aix en Provence Centre Ville
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Our guide on where to stay in La Joliette

Find the best La Joliette areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about La Joliette
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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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