Neighborhood guide
Where to Stay in Marseille
The 3 areas worth basing yourself in Marseille, France — ranked by our editors, with walking distances from the center. First-timers: start with Vieux Port.
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Top pick
Vieux Port
Old port — fish market, restaurants, the harbour at sunset.
3 min walk from center
#2
Le Panier
Oldest quarter — street art, indie cafés, the Mucem and Cathédrale de la Major.
6 min walk from center
#3
Cours Julien
Bohemian district — street art, indie bars, weekend market.
19 min walk from center
Getting around
Metro and tram cover central Marseille; bus to the Calanques and city ferries to the Frioul islands.
Buy a CityPass — covers museums, public transit, and a calanque cruise; pays back over 24 hours.