Saint-Charles Travel Guide

Marseille

A historic building with ornate architecture and a large open plaza.
A grand staircase leading to a historic building with ornate street lamps and a flag.
A high-speed train at a station with a visible logo and the number 53 on its side.
A grand staircase with statues and lamp posts, leading to a building with ornate architecture.
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A spacious public square with a classical building featuring arched windows and columns.

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University of Aix-Marseille I

7.0/10 (2 reviews)
Walk around the campus at University of Aix-Marseille I during your visit to Marseille. Stroll along the seaside 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
72% of travellers recommend
Marseille: City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Marseille: No-Diet Club Local Food Tasting and Walking Tour

Marseille: No-Diet Club Local Food Tasting and Walking Tour

£58
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Marseille: No-Diet Club Local Food Tasting and Walking Tour
From Marseille: Calanques National Park Guided Hike

From Marseille: Calanques National Park Guided Hike

£30
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Marseille: Calanques National Park Guided Hike
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
Panoramic hike on Marseille from Les Calanques

Panoramic hike on Marseille from Les Calanques

£30
per adult
Panoramic hike on Marseille from Les Calanques
Luggage Storage in Marseille

Luggage Storage in Marseille

£7
per adult
Luggage Storage in Marseille
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Top hotels in Saint-Charles

Ibis Marseille Centre Gare Saint Charles

Ibis Marseille Centre Gare Saint Charles

3 out of 5
Square Narvik, Esplanade Saint Charles Marseille Bouches-du-Rhone
The price is £78 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
£78
8 Nov - 9 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Marseille. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
Ibis Marseille Centre Gare Saint Charles
Toyoko Inn Marseille Saint Charles

Toyoko Inn Marseille Saint Charles

3 out of 5
25 avenue du Général Leclerc Marseille
The price is £62 per night from 31 Oct to 1 Nov
£62
31 Oct - 1 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Marseille. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,673 reviews)
"I chose this hotel as it was located near to the St. Charles Train/Bus/Metro station. While I was visiting Marseille for a week, I planned a few day trips and it was so easy to to that. I had expected a continental breakfast but was surprised to find scrambled eggs and breakfast meat available. The ..."

Reviewed on 19 Oct 2026

Toyoko Inn Marseille Saint Charles
Zenitude Hôtel-Résidences Marseille Saint Charles

Zenitude Hôtel-Résidences Marseille Saint Charles

3 out of 5
10 boulevard Charles Nedelec Marseille
The price is £57 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
£57
15 Nov - 16 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Marseille. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Zenitude Hôtel-Résidences Marseille Saint Charles
Alex Hotel & Spa

Alex Hotel & Spa

3 out of 5
13-15 Place des Marseillaises Marseille Bouches-du-Rhone
The price is £79 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
£79
15 Nov - 16 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Marseille. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (834 reviews)
"L emplacement en face de la gare St Charles est très utile pour le transfert avec l aéroport. L endroit a un certain charme. Les douches auraient besoin d un bon récurage"

Reviewed on 19 Oct 2026

Alex Hotel & Spa
Novotel Marseille Centre Gare

Novotel Marseille Centre Gare

4 out of 5
15 Boulevard Maurice Bourdet Marseille Bouches-du-Rhone
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £83 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
£83
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Marseille. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,001 reviews)
"Comfortable room; pleasant, helpful staff. Literally across the street from the Gare entrance."

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2026

Novotel Marseille Centre Gare
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 £101 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
£101
15 Nov - 16 Nov
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. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,246 reviews)
"Great location, pretty room, the hotel has just been redecorated, breakfast was homemade, the stuff was very nice and helpful. The room was small but you are in a city."

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2026

Maisons du Monde Hôtel & Suites - Marseille Vieux Port
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Where to stay in Saint-Charles

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A marina with numerous boats docked, colorful buildings, and a prominent church on a hill 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 cityscape at dusk with illuminated buildings and a prominent modern architectural structure in the center.

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 harbor with boats, a tall pole with birds, and a cityscape in the background.
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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.

Ancient ruins, a modern building, and a tall tree.

Belsunce

Visitors to Belsunce love its captivating waterfront views, and you can check out Marseille History Museum and La Canebiere. 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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