2nd Arrondissement Travel Guide

Marseille

A modern building with a lattice facade near a waterfront.
A modern building with large glass windows and a prominent outdoor area with people walking.
A large, ornate cathedral with multiple domes and arches.
A historic stone wall with arches, a tower, and a view of the cityscape in the background.
A stone building with a sign reading "HOSPICE DE LA CHARITE".

Stay near popular 2nd Arrondissement attractions

A harbor with boats, historic buildings, and a hill with a tower in the background.

Grand Port Maritime de Marseille

8.8/10 (1,283 reviews)
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.
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Things to do

Marseille: City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

Marseille: City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

£20
per adult
Marseille: City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Panoramic hike on Marseille from Les Calanques

Panoramic hike on Marseille from Les Calanques

£30
per adult
Panoramic hike on Marseille from Les Calanques
Marseille: Calanques National Park Guided Hike with Picnic

Marseille: Calanques National Park Guided Hike with Picnic

£30
per adult
Marseille: Calanques National Park Guided Hike with Picnic
Marseille: 24, 48, or 72-Hour CityPass with Public Transport

Marseille: 24, 48, or 72-Hour CityPass with Public Transport

£31
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Marseille: 24, 48, or 72-Hour CityPass with Public Transport
Marseille: Musée de l'Illusion Entry Ticket

Marseille: Musée de l'Illusion Entry Ticket

£16
per adult
Marseille: Musée de l'Illusion Entry Ticket
Sormiou Calanques National Park Electric Bike Tour from Marseille

Sormiou Calanques National Park Electric Bike Tour from Marseille

£52
per adult
Sormiou Calanques National Park Electric Bike Tour from Marseille
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Top hotels in 2nd Arrondissement

InterContinental Marseille - Hotel Dieu by IHG

InterContinental Marseille - Hotel Dieu by IHG

5 out of 5
1 Place Daviel Marseille Bouches-du-Rhone
The price is £250 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
£250
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Marseille. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,016 reviews)
"Super service, vraiment exceptionnel!!"

Reviewed on 28 Jul 2026

InterContinental Marseille - Hotel Dieu by IHG
Hôtel LIGO by HappyCulture

Hôtel LIGO by HappyCulture

4 out of 5
14-16 Rue Jean Trinquet Marseille FR
The price is £101 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
£101
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Marseille. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Grand Port Maritime de Marseille and Velodrome ...
Hôtel LIGO by HappyCulture
Appart Hotel Odalys City Marseille Centre Euromed

Appart Hotel Odalys City Marseille Centre Euromed

4 out of 5
4bis Rue Jean-Gaspard Vence Marseille
The price is £76 per night from 29 Aug to 30 Aug
£76
29 Aug - 30 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Marseille. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Grand Port Maritime de Marseille and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (413 reviews)
"I loved how clean and well-maintained the property was! The room size and comfort were also great; however, the A/C was not strong enough, which did not keep my room cool. The location is also perfect!"

Reviewed on 12 Jul 2026

Appart Hotel Odalys City Marseille Centre Euromed
Golden Tulip Marseille Euromed

Golden Tulip Marseille Euromed

4 out of 5
6 Place Henri Verneuil Marseille
The price is £102 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
£102
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
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. ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,000 reviews)
"L'hotel, les commodités et la chambre étaient superS La proximité de l'autoroute n'est pas un enjeu car les fenêtres sont biens insonorisées Cependant, l'insonorisation n'est pas adaptée à la discothèque (rood top dans le port) à environ 300 mètres, on entend assez bien la musique jusqu'à la fermeture ..."

Reviewed on 3 Jul 2026

Golden Tulip Marseille Euromed
Staycity Aparthotels, Marseille, Centre Vieux Port

Staycity Aparthotels, Marseille, Centre Vieux Port

3 out of 5
4 place Pierre Bertas Marseille
The price is £94 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
£94
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Marseille. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Tired and badly designed room. Could barely get in the toilet! No wardrobe to speak of. Tiny bathroom. Laundry facilities were good. Some desk staff were helpful, others not. Noise from the back street late at night, seemed ignored by security."

Reviewed on 25 Jul 2026

Staycity Aparthotels, Marseille, Centre Vieux Port
Hôtel la Résidence du Vieux Port

Hôtel la Résidence du Vieux Port

4 out of 5
18 Quai Du Port Marseille Bouches-du-Rhone
The price is £155 per night from 13 Aug to 14 Aug
£155
13 Aug - 14 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this boutique hotel in Marseille. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
Hôtel la Résidence du Vieux Port
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Where to stay in 2nd Arrondissement

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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 crowded square with a large, open-air ceiling decorated with numerous hanging lights.
Photo by C J West
Open Photo by C J West

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.

A modern building with a sign for the Mercure Hotel, surrounded by ancient ruins and tall residential buildings.

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.

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.

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