6th Arrondissement Travel Guide

Marseille

A historic building with a dome and arches, overlooking a city and mountains.
A coastal cityscape with a prominent hilltop viewpoint overlooking a harbor, dense urban area, and distant mountains.
A tower with a golden statue at the top, featuring intricate architectural details and multiple statues on its facade.
A group of people sitting and standing near a large stone structure with columns.
A large stone building with arched windows and columns, a paved walkway, and people sitting on benches.

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A large cathedral with a prominent tower and dome, surrounded by a spacious plaza with people.

Notre-Dame de la Garde

9.2/10 (1,170 reviews)
Marseille’s most iconic building is a bit of a hike to get to, but the reward includes a magnificent 19th-century basilica and the city’s best views.
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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 6th Arrondissement

RockyPop Marseille hôtel

RockyPop Marseille hôtel

4 out of 5
60 Rue Du Rouet,Bouches-du-Rhone, Marseille Bouches-du-Rhone
The price is £108 per night from 29 Jul to 30 Jul
£108
29 Jul - 30 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Marseille. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
RockyPop Marseille hôtel
Hôtel Maison Montgrand Marseille Vieux Port

Hôtel Maison Montgrand Marseille Vieux Port

3 out of 5
35 rue Montgrand Marseille Bouches-du-Rhone
The price is £115 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
£115
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Marseille. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
Hôtel Maison Montgrand Marseille Vieux Port
Maison Paradis Marseille

Maison Paradis Marseille

3 out of 5
Rue Paradis 115-117 Marseille Bouches-du-Rhone
The price is £98 per night from 31 Jul to 1 Aug
£98
31 Jul - 1 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Marseille. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Velodrome Stadium and Grand Port Maritime ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (108 reviews)
"Amazing daytime front reception staff. So accommodating and pleasant. And a film director on top of this!"

Reviewed on 22 Jul 2026

Maison Paradis Marseille
Maisons du Monde Hôtel & Suites - Marseille Vieux Port

Maisons du Monde Hôtel & Suites - Marseille Vieux Port

4 out of 5
43 Quai des Belges Marseille Bouches-du-Rhone
The price is £134 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
£134
16 Aug - 17 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Marseille. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a marina and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Maisons du Monde Hôtel & Suites - Marseille Vieux Port
Mercure Marseille Centre Vieux Port

Mercure Marseille Centre Vieux Port

4 out of 5
1 Rue Neuve Saint Martin Marseille Bouches-du-Rhone
The price is £135 per night from 21 Aug to 22 Aug
£135
21 Aug - 22 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. ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,003 reviews)
"Centrally situated in Vieux Port with easy access to shops and restaurants. The Marina is in easy walking distance with many choices for entertainment and dining. The staff in the hotel were very helpful which help my wife and I have a wonderful stay In Marseille."

Reviewed on 23 Jul 2026

Mercure Marseille Centre Vieux Port
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 £240 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
£240
3 Aug - 4 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! (1,011 reviews)
"Our initial room had mold all around the air conditioning vents - we called down to let them know and they immediately offered to change our room and upgrade us. The new upgraded room was gorgeous and had a great balcony and no mold!"

Reviewed on 26 Jul 2026

InterContinental Marseille - Hotel Dieu by IHG
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Where to stay in 6th 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 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.

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.

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