Old Port of Marseille Travel Guide
Marseille
Visit Old Port of Marseille
Popular places to visit
Museum of European and Mediterranean Civilisations
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Museum of European and Mediterranean Civilisations during your travels in Marseille. Wander the waterfront and beautiful beaches in the area.
Hotel de Ville
Hotel de Ville is just one of the places to see in Marseille, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the area's shops or amble around its waterfront.
Marseille History Museum
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Marseille History Museum in Marseille. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in the area.
Cathedral la Major
You can learn about the history of Marseille with a visit to Cathedral la Major. Stroll along the seaside or visit the shops in the area.
La Vieille Charite
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at La Vieille Charite during your trip to Marseille. Stroll along the waterfront or visit the shops in this culturally rich area.
Fort Saint Jean
You can learn about the history of Marseille with a visit to Fort Saint Jean. Stroll along the waterfront or visit the shops in the area.
Top hotels in Old Port of Marseille
Maisons du Monde Hôtel & Suites - Marseille Vieux Port
We had a good stay, the room was comfortable enough and the location of the hotel very convenient. Breakfast was also good.
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
InterContinental Marseille - Hotel Dieu by IHG
Excellent well designed room (executive), with lots of storage space. Very good breakfast and breakfast staff excellent. Staff in reception often not so good and requests not always carried out.
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
Hôtel la Résidence du Vieux Port
Good
Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026
Grand Hotel Beauvau Marseille Vieux-Port - MGallery Collection
We had an excellent experience at this hotel. The staff was friendly, helpful and professional. The property is centrally located and just in front of the port. Our room was fairly spacious, immaculate and with a really nice decor. Also, it offered a beautiful view of the port. Breakfast was just ...
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
Mercure Marseille Centre Vieux Port
Les Appartements du Vieux-Port
Clean and comfy room, caring and responsive staff.
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Old Port of Marseille
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.
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.
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.
La Joliette
Visitors often come to La Joliette for its waterfront views, but many stay to explore sights like Les Terrasses du Port and Museum of European and Mediterranean Civilisations. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Joliette Station.
7th Arrondissement
The ample dining options and captivating waterfront views are top of the list for many visitors to 7th Arrondissement. A stop by Vallon des Auffes or Catalan Beach might round out your trip.
