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Popular places to visit
Velodrome Stadium
Catch an event at Velodrome Stadium during your trip to Marseille. Amble around the area's beaches or visit its shops.
Grand Port Maritime de Marseille
Explore the waterfront in Marseille with a trip to Grand Port Maritime de Marseille. Stroll along the seaside or visit the shops in the area.
Cassis Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Cassis Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Marseille.
Prado Beach
Dive in the water, get a sweat up with beach volleyball or explore picturesque coastal parkland in one of Marseille’s favourite summer destinations.
La Ciotat Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, La Ciotat Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Marseille.
Borely Park
Bring a picnic and enjoy the gardens, activities and a historic chateau in some of the city’s favourite urban parkland.
Activities
From Marseille: Calanques National Park Guided Hike
Marseille Shore Excursion: Half Day Tour of Marseille by Electric Bike
Marseille: 24, 48, or 72-Hour CityPass with Public Transport
Marseille: OM Stadium Access at the Orange Velodrome
Marseille: Electric Motorcycle Rental with Smartphone Guide
Our pick of the best Préfecture Hotel Deals
Toyoko Inn Marseille Saint Charles
Reviewed on 27 Sept 2025
Maisons du Monde Hôtel & Suites - Marseille Vieux Port
Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025
Golden Tulip Marseille Euromed
Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025
Staycity Aparthotels, Marseille, Centre Vieux Port
Reviewed on 26 Sept 2025
Residhotel Grand Prado
Reviewed on 27 Sept 2025
InterContinental Marseille - Hotel Dieu by IHG
Reviewed on 29 Sept 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Préfecture
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.
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.
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.
Saint-Victor
Saint-Victor is popular for its waterfront views, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to La Criee National Theater of Marseille or Musée du Santon.
1st Arrondissement
Travellers love 1st Arrondissement for its captivating waterfront views, and you can see more of Marseille by jumping on the metro at St. Charles Station or Réformés-Canebière Metro Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like La Canebiere and Marseille History Museum.
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.
