La Joliette Travel Guide

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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$46
per adult
72% of travellers recommend
Marseille: City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
From Marseille: Calanques National Park Guided Hike

From Marseille: Calanques National Park Guided Hike

NZ$70
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Marseille: Calanques National Park Guided Hike
Marseille: Half-Day Boat Tour to the Calanques National Park

Marseille: Half-Day Boat Tour to the Calanques National Park

NZ$145
per adult
Marseille: Half-Day Boat Tour to the Calanques National Park
Marseille: Calanques National Park Guided Hike with Picnic

Marseille: Calanques National Park Guided Hike with Picnic

NZ$70
per adult
Marseille: Calanques National Park Guided Hike with Picnic
Marseille: Evening Sailing Trip to the Calanques du Frioul with Buffet and Wine

Marseille: Evening Sailboat Trip to the Calanques du Frioul with Buffet and Wine

NZ$136
per adult
Marseille: Evening Sailboat Trip to the Calanques du Frioul with Buffet and Wine
Luggage Storage in Marseille

Luggage Storage in Marseille

NZ$16
per adult
Luggage Storage in Marseille
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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$189 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
NZ$189
1 Nov - 2 Nov
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! (1,001 reviews)
"Breakfast was great!"

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2026

Golden Tulip Marseille Euromed
Residhome Marseille

Residhome Marseille

4 out of 5
23 Rue Mazenod Marseille
The price is NZ$207 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
NZ$207
18 Oct - 19 Oct
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
Best Western Plus Hotel La Joliette

Best Western Plus Hotel La Joliette

4 out of 5
49 Avenue Robert Schuman Marseille Bouches-du-Rhone
Fully refundable
The price is NZ$200 per night from 29 Oct to 30 Oct
NZ$200
29 Oct - 30 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Marseille. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Popular attractions Marseille Provence Cruise ...
Best Western Plus Hotel La Joliette
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$226 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
NZ$226
1 Nov - 2 Nov
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! (1,224 reviews)
"Wonderful apartment close to everything. We loved the balcony!"

Reviewed on 2 Oct 2026

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

Hôtel Saint Christophe Aix en Provence Centre Ville by Germain Collection

4 out of 5
2 Avenue Victor Hugo Aix-en-Provence Bouches-du-Rhone
The price is NZ$248 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
NZ$248
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Aix-en-Provence. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Popular attractions La Rotonde Fountain and ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (179 reviews)
"Excellent stay. Everything I needed and the location was top notch."

Reviewed on 3 Oct 2026

Hôtel Saint Christophe Aix en Provence Centre Ville by Germain Collection
Hôtel LIGO by HappyCulture

Hôtel LIGO by HappyCulture

4 out of 5
14-16 Rue Jean Trinquet Marseille FR
The price is NZ$168 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
NZ$168
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Marseille. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Marseille Provence Cruise Terminal and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (228 reviews)
"Clean and nice staff. Big rooms"

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2026

Hôtel LIGO by HappyCulture
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Our guide on where to stay in La Joliette

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A marina with numerous boats docked, colorful buildings, and a prominent church on a hill 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 Fort Saint Jean and Hotel de Ville. 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 cityscape at dusk with illuminated buildings and a prominent modern architectural structure in the center.

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 harbor with boats, a tall pole with birds, and a cityscape in the background.
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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.

Ancient ruins, a modern building, and a tall tree.

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.

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