You'll soon see why this 7th Arrondissement history-filled fortress is a hit with travelers. If you're looking for more to see and do here, Notre-Dame de la Garde, Chateau d'If, and La Vieille Charite are in this area as well. They won't take very long to reach from Fort Saint Nicholas.
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Hôtel la Résidence du Vieux Port
Old Port of Marseille
Price was $1,246, price is now $1,025 per person
$1,025
per person
Nov 3 - Nov 8
found 18 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
New York (NYC) to Marseille (MRS)
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,002 reviews)
Beautiful hotel with very spacious rooms, the view was unbelievable. The staff was very friendly and knowledgeable and gave us great advices. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Highly recommend this hotel!
Reviewed on Aug 15, 2025
Sofitel Marseille Vieux Port
7th Arrondissement
Price was $1,373, price is now $1,135 per person
$1,135
per person
Nov 3 - Nov 8
found 18 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
New York (NYC) to Marseille (MRS)
9/10 Wonderful! (745 reviews)
Lovely location with great staff in reception & on the Sky Bar
Hotel is looking tatty & needs modernisation especially in the rooms with balcony
Reviewed on Jun 25, 2025
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From Marseille: Calanques National Park Guided Hike
Activity duration is 4 hours
Free cancellation available
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Marseille Shore Excursion: City Sightseeing Tour of Marseille
Activity duration is 4 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
Free cancellation available
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Aix en Provence & Cassis Tour
Activity duration is 8 hours
Free cancellation available
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Marseille: Calanques National Park Sailing Cruise with Lunch
Free cancellation available
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Marseille: Sunset Sailing Cruise with Dinner and Drinks
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
Free cancellation available
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1 Place Daviel, Marseille, Bouches-du-Rhone
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Staycity Aparthotels, Marseille, Centre Vieux Port
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Allée Turcat Méry, 7 square des frères Ambrogiani, Marseille
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