2nd Arrondissement
Marseille
Visit 2nd Arrondissement
Popular places to visit
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.
Museum of European and Mediterranean Civilisations
In a striking landmark building, find exhibits that aim to give a new understanding of the Mediterranean, and France’s relation to it, now and in the past.
Hotel de Ville
A splendid example of southern European Baroque architecture, this building has presided over Marseille’s Vieux Port for almost 350 years.
Cathedral la Major
With its cavernous interior full of reminders of the city’s ancient past, this principal place of worship in Marseille is a neo-Byzantine masterpiece.
La Vieille Charite
A vibrant culture and museum complex serves as an artistic hub for Marseille, in a building that was once a 17th-century shelter for the homeless.
Docks of Joliette
Explore the waterfront in Marseille with a trip to Docks of Joliette. Visit the area's shops or amble around its seaside.
Things to do
Marseille: Frioul Islands Adventure with Swimming Stops
Marseille: Calanques Côte Bleue Boat Tour & Swimming Breaks
Marseille: Calanques National Park Sailing Cruise with Lunch
Marseille: Sunset Sailing Cruise with Dinner and Drinks
Marseille Food Tour – Full Meal of Local Tastes by Do Eat Better
Marseille: Frioul Islands Sunset Cruise & Swim Stop
Top hotels in 2nd Arrondissement
Golden Tulip Marseille Euromed
Staycity Aparthotels, Marseille, Centre Vieux Port
Reviewed on 20 Aug 2025
InterContinental Marseille - Hotel Dieu by IHG
Residhotel Vieux Port
Hôtel LIGO by HappyCulture
Appart Hotel Odalys City Marseille Centre Euromed
Other neighbourhoods around 2nd Arrondissement
La Joliette
Visitors often come to La Joliette for its waterfront views, but many stay to explore sights like Les Terrasses du Port and Museum of European and Mediterranean Civilisations. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Joliette Station.
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.
Belsunce
Visitors to Belsunce love its captivating waterfront views, and you can check out La Canebiere and Marseille History Museum. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Vieux-Port Station.
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 Hotel de Ville and Museum of European and Mediterranean Civilisations. See more of Marseille by jumping on the metro at Vieux-Port Station or Joliette Station.
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 La Canebiere and Saint Vincent de Paul Church.
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.