Popular places to visit
Old Port of Marseille
Eat fresh local produce, gaze across the city to the sea and learn about the local heritage in the historic heart of Marseille, one of France’s oldest harbours.
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
Lie on the sand, join a game of beach rugby or take to the Mediterranean skies at Marseille’s favorite summertime beach.
Borely Park
Explore the floral scents, formal designs and hidden treasures at Marseille’s favorite park and one of France’s most notable gardens.
Things to do
Discover Marseille while escaping the zombies! Escape game
"Zombie Invasion" Marseille : outdoor escape game
Marseille: 24, 48, or 72-Hour CityPass with Public Transport
Calanques Trilogy Electric Bike Tour from Marseille
Marseille E-Bike Shore Excursion to Calanques National Parc
Top hotels in Préfecture
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Other neighbourhoods around Préfecture
6th Arrondissement
Spend some time visiting places like Cours Julien 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.
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 Old Port of Marseille and La Canebiere.
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.
5th Arrondissement
5th Arrondissement is a destination travellers like for its waterfront views, and you might hop aboard the metro at La Timone Station or Baille Station to explore sights like La Plaine.
Saint-Charles
Visitors to Saint-Charles love its captivating waterfront views, and if you want to check out some more things to do around town, jump on the metro at St. Charles 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 Old Port of Marseille or Vallon des Auffes might round out your trip.
- Old Port of Marseille
- Marseille Provence Cruise Terminal
- Velodrome Stadium
- Grand Port Maritime de Marseille
- Cassis Beach
- Prado Beach
- Calanques National Park
- Plan de Campagne
- Borely Park
- Massif des Calanques
- Museum of European and Mediterranean Civilisations
- Cours Mirabeau
- Calanque Sormiou
- Calanque de Port Miou
- Le Dôme
- La Corniche
- Notre-Dame de la Garde
- Chateau d'If