La Castellane

Marseille

La Castellane
La Castellane
La Castellane
La Castellane
La Castellane

To the south of Marseille’s Vieux-Port, this bustling neighborhood along the Avenue Prado is full of magnificent civil and religious architecture.

Castellane, and its popular central plaza, is one of Marseille’s most beloved neighborhoods among locals. Full of restaurants and impressive if a bit run-down buildings, it’s the perfect place to go to get a sense of how the Marseillais live. Shop, explore or just sit in a small café with a glass of pastisto people-watch as the city happens around you.

Form a self-guided tour of Castellane’s many religious buildings, starting at the 19th-century Grand Synagogue and its impressive Romanesque façade, center of worship for Marseille’s Jews that have lived here since the 5th century.

Go south to the Basilique du Sacré Coeur, built after World War I in a neo-Romanesque, neo-Byzantine style with massive granite columns. Return to the secular world at the Palais de Justice, a courthouse that boasts impressive neoclassical design and pleasant lawns with a central statue.

From the Palais de Justice, head to the Place Castellane, from which the neighborhood gets its name. Take photos of the famous fountain at the center of this 18th-century plaza. Come in the mornings for the Marché du Castellane, where everything from local produce to antiques can be purchased.

To the north is the Musée Cantini. Spend some time perusing its artworks that are focused on early 20th-century modernism and housed in an impressive 17th-century mansion.

Castellane is in the 6th arrondissement, immediately to the south of the Vieux-Port. A metro station in Place Castellane has connections to the rest of the city. Reach Castellane by metro in 10 minutes from the Marseille-Saint-Charles train station or in 40 minutes from the Marseille Provence airport.

One of the many Marseillais neighborhoods that was almost completely rebuilt in the 18th century by Louis XIV, Castellane is best explored on foot so the small details of the local architecture can be appreciated.


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Top hotels in La Castellane

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
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Marseille. Enjoy free WiFi, a marina, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"A beautiful hotel at a fantastic location. We stayed for 4 nights and really enjoyed it. Staff was super friendly too. A great option for Marseille that won't break the bank."

Reviewed on Jul 31, 2025

Maisons du Monde Hôtel & Suites - Marseille Vieux Port
InterContinental Marseille - Hotel Dieu by IHG

InterContinental Marseille - Hotel Dieu by IHG

5 out of 5
1 Place Daviel, Marseille, Bouches-du-Rhone
The price is P15,013 per night from Aug 11 to Aug 12
P15,013
P17,090 total
Aug 11 - Aug 12
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Marseille. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9/10 Wonderful! (989 reviews)
Great
"Great hotel and great location."

Reviewed on Jul 24, 2025

InterContinental Marseille - Hotel Dieu by IHG
Residhotel Grand Prado

Residhotel Grand Prado

3 out of 5
Allée Turcat Méry, 7 square des frères Ambrogiani, Marseille
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P3,749 per night from Aug 31 to Sep 1
P3,749
P4,415 total
Aug 31 - Sep 1
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Marseille. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.4/10 Good! (2,260 reviews)
Best choice
"L'établissement est excellent… chambres spacieuses, le personnel est sympa… en gros on a passé un tres bon sejour"

Reviewed on Jul 27, 2025

Residhotel Grand Prado
Staycity Aparthotels, Marseille, Centre Vieux Port

Staycity Aparthotels, Marseille, Centre Vieux Port

3 out of 5
4 place Pierre Bertas, Marseille
The price is P7,526 per night from Aug 14 to Aug 15
P7,526
P8,570 total
Aug 14 - Aug 15
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Marseille. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,240 reviews)
"Stay was amazing,staff working at the front desk are amazing. So helpful. I would strongly recommend it. 5 min away from vieux port walking."

Reviewed on Aug 1, 2025

Staycity Aparthotels, Marseille, Centre Vieux Port
Toyoko Inn Marseille Saint Charles

Toyoko Inn Marseille Saint Charles

3 out of 5
25 avenue du Général Leclerc, Marseille
Fully refundable
The price is P4,831 per night from Aug 31 to Sep 1
P4,831
P5,605 total
Aug 31 - Sep 1
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Marseille. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,972 reviews)
"Reception Staff were aloof and uncaring . Location is awkward to reach, near an ethnic shopping district."

Reviewed on Jul 21, 2025

Toyoko Inn Marseille Saint Charles
Golden Tulip Marseille Euromed

Golden Tulip Marseille Euromed

4 out of 5
6 Place Henri Verneuil, Marseille
The price is P5,912 per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
P5,912
P6,942 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Marseille. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (998 reviews)
"Amazing"

Reviewed on Jul 30, 2025

Golden Tulip Marseille Euromed
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Other neighbourhoods around La Castellane

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6th Arrondissement

Spend some time visiting places like Place Castellane 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.

6th Arrondissement
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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.

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Périer

Périer might not have many top sights, but International Fair and Exhibition Center Marseille and Notre-Dame de la Garde are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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Saint-Victor

Saint-Victor is known for its captivating waterfront views, and you can make a stop by La Criee National Theater of Marseille and Musée du Santon while in the area.

Saint-Victor
Prado Beach showing general coastal views and a beach as well as a small group of people

Prado-Perier

Noted for its seaside views and waterfront views, there's plenty to explore in Prado-Perier. Top attractions like International Fair and Exhibition Center Marseille and Le Prado are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Rond-Point du Prado Station or Perier Metro Station to see more of the city.

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Belsunce

Belsunce is popular for its captivating waterfront views. Explore top sights like La Canebiere and Marseille History Museum, and you can get around town on the metro at Vieux-Port Station.

Belsunce

La Castellane