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From Montpellier: Pic Saint-Loup Wine and Food Tour
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From Montpellier: Winery Tour in a Vintage Citroën 2CV
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Montpellier: Visit Cirque of Navacelle and its medieval mill
What to do in Montpellier
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.
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.
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.
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.
Jardin des plantes de Montpellier
The oldest botanical garden in France contains thousands of plant species and trees that are hundreds of years old.
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.
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.
Montpellier Aqueduct
Learn about the local history of Montpellier when you take a trip to Montpellier Aqueduct. Take in the art scene in this walkable area.
Botanical Garden
The oldest botanical garden in France contains thousands of plant species and trees that are hundreds of years old.
Areas of Montpellier
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.
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.
Les Cévennes
When in Les Cévennes, you can plan a visit to Montpellier Aqueduct and La Promenade du Peyrou, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Ecusson
While you're in Ecusson, take in top sights like Montpellier Cathedral or Fabre Museum, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Comedie Tram Station or Louis Blanc Tram Station.
Historic Centre
You might enjoy the historical sites while in Historic Centre. Montpellier Cathedral is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Louis Blanc Tram Station or Place Albert 1er Tram Station to see more of the city.
Gares
Historical sites and coffee shops are just a few features Gares is known for, and you can get around the area by hopping on the metro at Place Carnot Tram Station or Voltaire Tram Station.
- Comedy Square
- Hospital Lapeyronie
- La Promenade du Peyrou
- Polygone Shopping Center
- Fabre Museum
- Odysseum Shopping Centre
- Jardin des plantes de Montpellier
- Faculty of Medicine of Montpellier
- Montpellier Town Hall
- Altrad Stadium
- Montpellier Zoo
- Esplanade de l'Europe
- Château de Flaugergues
- Babotte's Tower