Historic Centre Travel Guide
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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.
Activities
Discovery of the Grands Sites de l'Hérault from Montpellier
Bertrand Bosc wine and food tour in Pic St Loup
Small-Group Half-Day Languedoc Wine and Olive Tour from Montpellier
Small-Group Half-Day Châteaux of Montpellier Wine Tour
Our pick of the best Historic Centre Hotel Deals
Hôtel Campanile Montpellier Centre St Roch
Reviewed on 13 Sept 2025
Hôtel Oceania Le Métropole Montpellier
Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025
Hotel Royal
Reviewed on 4 Oct 2025
Le Maje Hostel
Reviewed on 14 Sept 2025
Grand Hôtel du Midi
Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025
Pullman La Pléiade Montpellier Centre
Reviewed on 11 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 Montpellier Cathedral, 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.
Boutonnet
During your stop in Boutonnet, check out the gardens, and jump on the metro at Stade Philippides Tram Station to see more of the surrounding area.
Historic Centre Travel Guide
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