Historic Centre Travel Guide
Montpellier
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Popular places to visit
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.
Botanical Garden
The oldest botanical garden in France contains thousands of plant species and trees that are hundreds of years old.
Things to do
Excursion circus of Navacelles from Montpellier
Montpellier City Exploration Game and Tour on your Phone
Montpellier the gifted outdoor escape game
Montpellier Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Tour
Discovery of the Grands Sites de l'Hérault from Montpellier
Aniane: Château Capion Wine Tasting Experience
Top hotels in Historic Centre
Hôtel Campanile Montpellier Centre St Roch
The hotel is super close to the main train station in Montpellier and a walking distance to the main shopping / restaurant areas of the city, as well as interesting places to see. There is also a taxi stand right outside of the hotel. If you need to get some groceries, there is Carrefour express ...
Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025
Hôtel Oceania Le Métropole Montpellier
Comfortable, spacious room with all important facilities. Ideal location in a quiet street very close to station and multiple tram lines. Efficient and knowledgeable staff who were always ready to provide helpful information when requested. Relaxed and enjoyable buffet breakfast.
Reviewed on 30 Oct 2025
Hotel Royal
In general, good.
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Le Maje Hostel
It’s a new place, but I’m sure they will be improving some of the facilities Rooms are very hot, air conditioning didn’t work at all, maybe saving on electricity
Reviewed on 14 Sept 2025
Hotel Ulysse Montpellier Centre
We stayed for one night on our drive back to Barcelona. The hotel was serviceable and was good for a one night stay. The location (Montpellier Center) is a little misleading. It was a bit of a drive from Place Polygone/Comedy Square. It in a quiet residential neighborhood with little activity. I ...
Reviewed on 9 Sept 2025
Grand Hôtel du Midi
Balcony great for fresh air
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Historic Centre
Montpellier-Centre
Noted for its historical sites and river views, there's plenty to explore in Montpellier-Centre. Top attractions like Montpellier Cathedral and Canourgue Square are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Louis Blanc Tram Station or Place Albert 1er Tram Station to see more of the city.
Ecusson
While you're in Ecusson, take in top sights like Canourgue Square or Saint Roch Church, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Comedie Tram Station or Louis Blanc Tram Station.
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.
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.
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.
Les Arceaux
You'll appreciate the gardens during your time in Les Arceaux and you might want to plan a stop by Montpellier Aqueduct and La Promenade du Peyrou while you're in the area.
