Visit Préfecture
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 beautiful beaches 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.
Calanque de Port Miou
Explore the waterfront in Cassis with a trip to Calanque de Port Miou. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or seek out the local tours.
Activities
From Marseille: Calanques National Park Guided Hike
Marseille: 24, 48, or 72-Hour CityPass with Public Transport
Marseille Shore Excursion: Calanques National Park by Electric Mountain Bike
Marseille: OM Stadium Access at the Orange Velodrome
La Ciotat: Calanques National Park Guided Hike
Calanques Trilogy Electric Bike Tour from Marseille
Our pick of the best Préfecture Hotel Deals
Ibis Marseille Centre Préfecture
Staff excellent
Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025
Toyoko Inn Marseille Saint Charles
Room was more than suitable and location was a few minutes from st Charles station easy travel to airport and to metro around the city. A major bonus was the electronic toilet in the room who my fellow guest Kevin vaughan said was surprisingly enjoyable but it tickles a bit.
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025
Maisons du Monde Hôtel & Suites - Marseille Vieux Port
Loved the hotel. Great views and Cole to bus station. Breakfast was great. The room was lovely.
Reviewed on 25 Dec 2025
Golden Tulip Marseille Euromed
Encore un séjour très agréable dans votre hôtel. Petit bémol, jamais dans la chambre 230. Faire attention car moquette tachée +++, prise lampadaire sortie de son emplacement, connectique télé décollée. Sinon personnel toujours aussi serviable et agréable
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025
Residhotel Grand Prado
Bien placé et confortable, je recommande cette résidence !
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025
InterContinental Marseille - Hotel Dieu by IHG
The room was fantastic and it had what must be the longest bath tub ever
Reviewed on 10 Dec 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.
Palais de justice
Visitors to Palais de justice enjoy its waterfront views, and if you want to do some exploring, Eglise De Sainte Jeanne D'arc is worth a stop.
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 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.
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 Abbaye de Saint Victor or La Criee National Theater of Marseille.
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.
