Historic Centre Travel Guide
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Corum Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Corum Convention Center during your trip to Montpellier. Take in the art scene in this walkable area.
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.
Jardin des plantes de Montpellier
The oldest botanical garden in France contains thousands of plant species and trees that are hundreds of years old.
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.
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.
Things to do
Excursion circus of Navacelles from Montpellier
Discovery of the Grands Sites de l'Hérault from Montpellier
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
Great location. Front desk staff very friendly and welcoming. The only suggestion I would give is to ask for an interior room as the street noise can be annoying. Otherwise this hotel is very nice and close to the train stayion.
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
Grand Hôtel du Midi
Great service and beautiful hotel. Best location in Montpellier
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Hotel Royal
The staff was very friendly and helpful. The location is great: close to the train station, les Halles, old town, and many, many restaurants.
Reviewed on 24 Dec 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
Hotel Belaroia
Concierge was extremely lovely and helpful
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Historic Centre
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-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.
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.
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- Visit Castelnau-le-Lez
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- Galerie de l'Ancien Courrier
- Gate of Peyrou
- Hotel des Tresoriers de France
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- Visit Juvignac
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- Visit Port Ariane
- Visit Aiguelongue
- Visit Aiguerelles
- Visit Antigone
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- Visit Boutonnet
- Montpellier Cathedral
- Visit Cité Gély
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- Visit Residence Las Rebes Batiment
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