Clermont Ferrand City Centre Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Jardin Lecoq featuring a river or creek, bird life and a garden
Clermont-Ferrand Cathedral showing night scenes, a church or cathedral and a city
Place de Jaude showing a garden, a city and a fountain
Place de Jaude featuring night scenes, a city and a square or plaza
Clermont Ferrand City Centre

Formed when the ancient towns of Clermont and Montferrand combined, this is a city with lots of history and a bustling modern vibe.

Wander the charming historic centre and port district of Clermont-Ferrand. When you visit the Romanesque basilica of Notre-Dame-du-Port, note the old-world feel as you cross the ramparts of the old town. Take a break in one of the many squares. Café Pascal in Place de la Victoire is a popular choice with locals. Then head on to Clermont-Ferrand Cathedral to admire this Gothic church made from local black lava rock.

After seeing the sights, treat yourself to some local produce at the covered St Pierre Market, close to the Place de Jaude. It’s open 6 days a week (closed Sundays) and packed with all the local produce you could hope for. Sample the Auvergne cheeses and cured meats as well as preserves, which are a particular specialty. Buy something to eat as you wander or enjoy a more leisurely lunch in one of the market’s brasseries.

If you fancy some afternoon culture, visit the well-regarded Natural History museum, Museum Henri Lecoq. It is Clermont-Ferrand’s oldest museum, and houses over 650,000 specimens and objects. Learn about everything from botany, zoology, geology and palaeontology to the history of science and technology. It is open 6 days a week most of the year.

Alternatively, stop by L’Aventure Michelin (the Michelin Adventure), which tells the story of Clermont-Ferrand’s own Michelin tyres. This is one of the city’s most highly rated tourist attractions. The museum examines the history of the rubber tyre, as well as looking at its use, including in space travel. It’s an interactive experience with lots of exhibits that appeal to both adults and children. Reach it by tram from the city centre to Stade Marcel-Michelin station.

To get around Clermont-Ferrand city centre use the local tram, which will take you to most sites. Or if you are feeling more adventurous, the city has around 50 miles (80 kilometres) of bicycle lanes that run alongside the tram. City bikes are available to rent at over 40 locations. Grab yourself a rental point map from the Tourist Information Office in Place de la Victoire.


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Our pick of the best Clermont Ferrand City Centre Hotel Deals

The Originals Boutique, Hôtel Le Lion, Clermont-Ferrand

The Originals Boutique, Hôtel Le Lion, Clermont-Ferrand

3 out of 5
16, place De Jaude, Clermont-Ferrand, Puy-de-Dome
The price is AU$122 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
AU$122
9 Nov - 10 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Clermont-Ferrand. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Popular attractions Vercingétorix Statue and Place de ...
9/10 Wonderful! (559 reviews)
On a main square which is great and convenient. It was fairly noisy though all through the night.

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025

The Originals Boutique, Hôtel Le Lion, Clermont-Ferrand
Artyster Clermont-Ferrand

Artyster Clermont-Ferrand

3 out of 5
6 Rue Sainte Rose, Clermont-Ferrand, Puy-de-Dome
The price is AU$118 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
AU$118
22 Nov - 23 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Clermont-Ferrand. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Popular attractions Musée du Ranquet and Vercingétorix ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (143 reviews)
Lovely stay
Excellent hotel. Quirky and modern with friendly service. The location of the hotel is great. Have stayed here twice now and will be sure to stay again.

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2022

Artyster Clermont-Ferrand
Citotel Dav'hotel Jaude

Citotel Dav'hotel Jaude

10 Rue Des Minimes, Clermont-Ferrand, Puy-de-Dome
The price is AU$105 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
AU$105
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Clermont-Ferrand. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and concierge services. Popular attractions Vercingétorix Statue and Musée du ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (252 reviews)
Great location
We spent a week here. At first there was a problem with the a/c, but the staff changed our rooms so that was fine. The hotel offers breakfast but has no bar or restaurant, and no kettle/coffee-maker or fridge in the room. The front desk staff are very friendly and helpful, but the desk is mot manned ...

Reviewed on 28 June 2025

Citotel Dav'hotel Jaude
Casa Champgil

Casa Champgil

23 Pl. du Champgil, Clermont-Ferrand, Puy-de-Dôme
Stay at this guesthouse in Clermont-Ferrand. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a garden. Popular attractions Vercingétorix Statue and Musée du Ranquet ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (7 reviews)
Parfait

Reviewed on 26 July 2025

Casa Champgil
GRAND MESS Clermont-Ferrand

GRAND MESS Clermont-Ferrand

4 out of 5
15 Rue de l'Eminee, Clermont-Ferrand
The price is AU$157 per night from 23 Nov to 24 Nov
AU$157
23 Nov - 24 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Clermont-Ferrand. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Zénith d'Auvergne and Roger Quilliot ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (173 reviews)
Perfect and very clean

Reviewed on 26 Sept 2025

GRAND MESS Clermont-Ferrand
Aiden by Best Western Clermont-Ferrand Hotel & Spa

Aiden by Best Western Clermont-Ferrand Hotel & Spa

4 out of 5
41 avenue de la république, Clermont-Ferrand
The price is AU$174 per night from 24 Oct to 25 Oct
AU$174
24 Oct - 25 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Clermont-Ferrand. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (426 reviews)
Séjour en famille
Nous avons passé un excellent séjour en famille dans cet hôtel, accompagnés de notre chat, et tout a été parfait ! L’accueil a été chaleureux et attentionné dès notre arrivée, avec même quelques petites attentions pour notre compagnon à quatre pattes. La chambre était spacieuse, propre et très bien ...

Reviewed on 12 Aug 2025

Aiden by Best Western Clermont-Ferrand Hotel & Spa
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around Clermont Ferrand City Centre

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Sablon - Trudaine

While you're in Sablon - Trudaine, take in top sights like Jardin Lecoq and jump on the metro at Clermont-Uni-T2C Tram Stop to see more of the city.

Sablon - Trudaine
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Blatin

While Blatin isn't home to many top sights, Place de Jaude and Notre Dame du Port are some notable places to visit nearby.

Blatin
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Les Salins

If you're spending some time in Les Salins, Maison de la Culture and Pierre de Coubertin Nautical Stadium are top sights worth seeing.

Les Salins
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La Gare

4/5(1 area review)

While La Gare isn't home to many top sights, Stade Marcel Michelin and Notre Dame du Port are some notable places to visit nearby.

La Gare
Montjuzet Park featuring landscape views and a city

Montjuzet

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Montjuzet and surrounding area, you can visit Place de Jaude and Notre Dame du Port.

Montjuzet
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Vallières

While Vallières may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Place de Jaude and Maison de la Culture.

Vallières


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