Popular places to visit
Comedy Square
One of the largest pedestrianized squares in Europe is a great place to come for coffee, to see some opera and shop for food and fashion.
Montpellier Cathedral
Behind the fortress-like façade of this medieval church is a collection of biblical artworks and a striking-looking organ from the 18th century.
La Promenade du Peyrou
Walk between the arches of the vast aqueduct near the moated water tower in this dazzling park celebrating the glory of a monarch.
Faculty of Medicine of Montpellier
Enjoy the student vibe at Faculty of Medicine of Montpellier during your visit to Montpellier. Take in the art scene in this walkable area.
Opera National Orchestra of Montpellier
One of France's leading opera houses is a Montpellier institution that hosts opera and classical music concerts by world-renowned composers.
Fabre Museum
Step inside an 18th-century mansion to explore hundreds of years’ worth of art from some of the world's leading painters and artistic movements.
Things to do
From Montpellier: Camargue and Salt Marshes Guided Tour
Montpellier: Half-day Trip to Etang de Thau Lake with Lunch
Montpellier:Journée Huile d'Olive, Vin, St Guilhem le Désert
Montpellier:Half-Day Terrasses du Larzac Wine and grotto
Montpellier: Visit Cirque of Navacelle and its medieval mill
Small-Group Half-Day Languedoc Wine and Olive Tour from Montpellier
Top hotels in Gares
Bikube Montpellier
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Hotel Belaroia
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Hôtel Campanile Montpellier Centre St Roch
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Privilège Hôtel & Apparts Eurociel Centre Comédie
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Best Western Plus Hotel Comedie Saint-Roch
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EKLO Montpellier
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Other neighbourhoods around Gares
Comédie
Noted for its historical sites and shopping, there's plenty to explore in Comédie. Top attractions like Comedy Square and Opera National Orchestra of Montpellier are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Comedie Tram Station or Hotel de Ville Tram Station to see more of the city.
Montpellier City-Centre
Noted for its historical sites and river views, there's plenty to explore in Montpellier City-Centre. Top attractions like Comedy Square and Fabre Museum are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Comedie Tram Station or Hotel de Ville Tram Station to see more of the city.
Ecusson
While you're in Ecusson, take in top sights like Canourgue Square or Montpellier Cathedral, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Comedie Tram Station or Louis Blanc Tram Station.
Saint-Martin
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Saint-Martin and surrounding area, you can visit Montpellier Town Hall and Opera National Orchestra of Montpellier.
Antigone
Consider exploring the abundant dining options in Antigone. If sightseeing is on the list, Polygone Shopping Center is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Leon Blum Tram Station or Antigone Tram Station to see more of the area.
Gambetta
The historical sites and theatres make Gambetta worth a stop. Make a stop by Kawa Theatre, and jump on the metro at Rondelet Tram Station to get around the area.
Gares Travel Guide
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