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If you're traveling for business, staying in the 2nd arrondissement gives you easy access to the business districts while allowing you to enjoy Marseille's restaurants, public transportation, and historic center.
Launched in 1995, the Euroméditerranée project transformed the former port districts located north of the Old Port. Today, La Joliette and Arenc are home to numerous companies in the shipping, services, and international trade sectors.
One of the most recognizable buildings is the CMA CGM Tower, the shipping group's headquarters, located at 4 Quai d'Arenc. Designed by architect Zaha Hadid and completed in 2010, it stands 147 meters tall and has 33 floors.
Nearby, the La Marseillaise Tower, designed by Jean Nouvel, stands out for its facade in shades of blue, white, and red.
The neighborhood is served by Metro Line 2 at the Joliette station, as well as by the T2 and T3 streetcar lines. The Saint-Charles train station is two metro stops away.
In La Joliette, Les Docks Village is housed in former 19th-century port warehouses that have been converted into offices, shops, and restaurants.
Located at 10 Place de la Joliette, the building has retained its inner courtyards and industrial architecture. Several restaurants in the area make it easy to host a business lunch close to the offices.
Just a few minutes away, Les Terrasses du Port also features restaurants and a spacious 2,600 m² outdoor terrace overlooking the Mediterranean.
Around Place de la Joliette and Boulevard de Dunkerque, the cafés and brasseries offer other options for a casual get-together or a quick lunch.
Located near La Joliette, the MuCEM is dedicated to the civilizations of Europe and the Mediterranean.
Located on the J4 esplanade, the building—designed by Rudy Ricciotti and Roland Carta—is easily recognizable by its openwork concrete exterior. Its walkways and outdoor spaces offer views of the Marseille harbor and the Frioul Islands.
A 115-meter-long footbridge connects the museum to Fort Saint-Jean, a historic fort located at the entrance to the Old Port. Its ramparts and the Jardin des Migrations offer a different perspective on the Marseille coastline.
The fort's gardens and outdoor areas are open to the public free of charge during the museum's hours of operation.
Just a short walk away, the Cathedral of La Major is also worth a visit for its domes and facades, which combine light-colored and green stone.
Explore the MuCEM and Fort Saint-Jean
From Fort Saint-Jean, the quays lead to the Old Port, one of Marseille's historic sites.
On the Quai de la Fraternité, Norman Foster’s Ombrière, installed in 2013, forms a vast metal mirror that reflects passersby and boats. The restaurants on the Quai du Port and the Cours d’Estienne-d’Orves offer dining options near the basin.
Perched on the hillside, the Panier neighborhood retains its narrow streets, stairways, and colorful facades. The Vieille Charité, built in the 17th century according to plans by Pierre Puget, now houses cultural collections and exhibitions.
Both of these neighborhoods are within easy walking distance of the La Joliette area.
Located at 22 Rue Mazenod in the 2nd arrondissement,the Hôtel du Mucem by Esteem offers guests the opportunity to stay near the Euroméditerranée business district while remaining close to the historic center.
This boutique hotel offers several room categories, including single rooms suitable for business travelers and Comfort or Superior rooms for stays of several nights.
The property offers Wi-Fi, a business center, luggage storage, and a 24-hour front desk, which is convenient for late arrivals or early departures.
The Joliette metro station is about 300 meters away. The MuCEM, Fort Saint-Jean, and the Major Cathedral are within walking distance, while the Old Port is about a ten-minute walk away.
Explore the rooms at the Hôtel du Mucem by Esteem
The La Joliette neighborhood, in the 2nd arrondissement, offers easy access to the Euroméditerranée offices, the Docks, and public transportation. The Hôtel du Mucem by Esteem features a business center, Wi-Fi, and a 24-hour front desk.
The CMA CGM Tower is located at 4 Quai d'Arenc, in the Euroméditerranée district. Designed by Zaha Hadid, it stands 147 meters tall and houses the shipping group's headquarters.
The Joliette station is served by Metro Line 2, which connects the neighborhood to Saint-Charles Station and Castellane, among other destinations. The T2 and T3 streetcar lines also serve the area.
Yes. From La Joliette, you can reach the Old Port by passing by the Major Cathedral, the MuCEM, and Fort Saint-Jean.
Les Docks Village, located at 10 Place de la Joliette, is home to several restaurants in a former port building. Les Terrasses du Port also features restaurants with views of the Mediterranean.
The MuCEM, Fort Saint-Jean, the Major Cathedral, and the Panier neighborhood are all located near La Joliette. These sites offer a chance to explore Marseille on foot before heading to the restaurants in the Old Port.
