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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
From Marseille: Calanques National Park Guided Hike

From Marseille: Calanques National Park Guided Hike

NZ$68
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Marseille: Calanques National Park Guided Hike
Marseille: No-Diet Club Local Food Tasting and Walking Tour

Marseille: No-Diet Club Local Food Tasting and Walking Tour

NZ$133
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Marseille: No-Diet Club Local Food Tasting and Walking Tour
Marseille: Calanques National Park Guided Hike with Picnic

Marseille: Calanques National Park Guided Hike with Picnic

NZ$68
per adult
Marseille: Calanques National Park Guided Hike with Picnic
Small Group Marseille Shore Excursion: Marseille and Aix-en-Provence

Small Group Marseille Shore Excursion: Marseille and Aix-en-Provence

NZ$303
per adult
Small Group Marseille Shore Excursion: Marseille and Aix-en-Provence
Aix-en-Provence: Food Tour

Aix-en-Provence Small Group Food Tour + Full Meal

NZ$148
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Aix-en-Provence Small Group Food Tour + Full Meal
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Our pick of the best Palama 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$342 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
NZ$342
per night
11 Oct - 12 Oct
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! (1,210 reviews)
"I like the fact that our room was very clean, the decor was unique and beautiful. The bed was very comfortable. The hotel is located in a busy area, access to a lot of eateries within walking distance. As mentioned it’s in a bustling area, but the room blocked all the outdoor noise, which we appreciated. ..."

Reviewed on 9 Sept 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$327 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
NZ$327
per night
11 Oct - 12 Oct
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 ...
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$175 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
NZ$175
per night
11 Oct - 12 Oct
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! (213 reviews)
"Hotel and room great decor except bathroom which felt like it had been forgotten. Amazing breakfast and staff. Close to Marseille St Charles and Vieux Port."

Reviewed on 12 Sept 2026

Hôtel LIGO by HappyCulture
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$231 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
NZ$231
per night
27 Sept - 28 Sept
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. ...
Mercure Marseille Centre 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$193 per night from 2 Oct to 3 Oct
NZ$193
per night
2 Oct - 3 Oct
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! (1,001 reviews)
"Excellent service"

Reviewed on 12 Sept 2026

Ibis Marseille Centre Gare Saint Charles
Toyoko Inn Marseille Saint Charles

Toyoko Inn Marseille Saint Charles

3 out of 5
25 avenue du Général Leclerc Marseille
The price is NZ$177 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
NZ$177
per night
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Stay at this hotel in Marseille. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,746 reviews)
"The cups and towels were not replaced daily. Feels like this hotel is in the middle of the crimes as the police cars were in the round about 24/7. All the restaurants around only serve sandwiches, or burgers, anything less than $10."

Reviewed on 12 Sept 2026

Toyoko Inn Marseille Saint Charles
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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 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 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 marina with several sailboats docked at sunset.
Photo by Joanna Kalafatis
Open Photo by Joanna Kalafatis

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 La Canebiere and Memorial De La Marseillaise. 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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