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.
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.
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.
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.
Top hotels in Old Port of Marseille
Maisons du Monde Hôtel & Suites - Marseille Vieux Port
Everything was perfect, location, cleanness, AC.
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Mercure Marseille Centre Vieux Port
InterContinental Marseille - Hotel Dieu by IHG
Knowledgeable staff, great location
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Hôtel LIFE Marseille VP Vieux-Port
Our view from the room over the port was an amazing view of Marseille. The room was spacious, modern and clean. Staff really helpful and communal areas really welcoming and useful
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Hôtel la Résidence du Vieux Port
We loved the balcony and over looking the harbour. You will be close to shopping, restaurants lots of fresh seafood , hop on and off bus which I do not recommend is very close but there is a white train to ride well worth the price or and of course ferry’s. Looking for apparel or purses plenty to ...
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Residhotel Vieux Port
Great communication from the front desk.
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
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 Musée du Santon.
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 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.
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.
