Historic Centre Travel Guide

Montpellier

A stone bridge, historic buildings, and a clear blue sky.
A bustling square with ornate buildings, including a prominent 'Gaumont' cinema and a 'Popeyes' restaurant.
A historic fountain with a statue in the center, surrounded by a square with buildings and cafes.
A cathedral interior with high vaulted ceilings, a large organ, and rows of pews.
A grand hallway with a tiled floor, a staircase, and statues.

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A modern building with the text "Le Corum" and "Palais des Congrès - Opera Berlioz" on its facade.

Corum Convention Center

8.2/10 (207 reviews)
Learn about the events happening in Corum Convention Center during your trip to Montpellier. Take in the art scene in this walkable area.
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Things to do

Electric bike rental in Montpellier

Electric bike rental in Montpellier (VAE type Ville)

£30
per adult
Electric bike rental in Montpellier (VAE type Ville)
Excursion circus of Navacelles from Montpellier

Excursion circus of Navacelles from Montpellier

£73
per adult
Excursion circus of Navacelles from Montpellier
Montpellier : TimeXperience Escape Room

Montpellier : TimeXperience Escape Room

£27
per adult
Montpellier : TimeXperience Escape Room
Behind the scenes of the Château

Behind the scenes of the Château

£10
per adult
Behind the scenes of the Château
Gellone Abbey

Discovery of the Grands Sites de l'Hérault from Montpellier

£73
per adult
Discovery of the Grands Sites de l'Hérault from Montpellier
Montpellier Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour

Montpellier Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour

£3
per adult
Montpellier Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour
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Top hotels in Historic Centre

Hôtel Oceania Le Métropole Montpellier

Hôtel Oceania Le Métropole Montpellier

4 out of 5
3 rue Clos René Montpellier Herault
The price is £100 per night from 12 Nov to 13 Nov
£100
12 Nov - 13 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Montpellier. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (866 reviews)
"Great friendly staff. Good location. Excellent breakfast."

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2026

Hôtel Oceania Le Métropole Montpellier
Campanile PRIME - Montpellier Centre St Roch

Campanile PRIME - Montpellier Centre St Roch

3 out of 5
11 Rue Pagezy Montpellier
The price is £73 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
£73
9 Nov - 10 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa residence in Montpellier. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Campanile PRIME - Montpellier Centre St Roch
Best Western Hotel Le Guilhem

Best Western Hotel Le Guilhem

3 out of 5
18 Rue Jean Jacques Rousseau Montpellier Herault
The price is £68 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
£68
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Montpellier. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very good! (412 reviews)
"Aside from the waterproof mattress pad on the bed, everything else was wonderful. Small room to be expected in most of Europe. Staff were friendly and the breakfast was generous. Lovely outdoor spaces."

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2026

Best Western Hotel Le Guilhem
Grand Hôtel du Midi Montpellier - Opéra Comédie

Grand Hôtel du Midi Montpellier - Opéra Comédie

4 out of 5
22 Boulevard Victor Hugo Montpellier Herault
The price is £114 per night from 31 Oct to 1 Nov
£114
31 Oct - 1 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Montpellier. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (970 reviews)
"Nice room, great location, friendly staff. And good breakfast."

Reviewed on 2 Oct 2026

Grand Hôtel du Midi Montpellier - Opéra Comédie
Hôtel Richer De Belleval - Relais & Châteaux

Hôtel Richer De Belleval - Relais & Châteaux

5 out of 5
Pl. de la Canourgue Montpellier Hérault
The price is £298 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
£298
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Montpellier. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Canourgue Square and Hotel de la Vieille ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (79 reviews)
"We had to move rooms due to humidity smell. On check out the one elevator that served our room broke down and it was a maze to get out. Had to go up and down the stairs and got lost a few times"

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2026

Hôtel Richer De Belleval - Relais & Châteaux
Hotel Royal

Hotel Royal

3 out of 5
8 Rue Maguelone Montpellier Herault
The price is £75 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
£75
25 Oct - 26 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Montpellier. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (945 reviews)
"Bien situé, personnel aimable, propre"

Reviewed on 17 Oct 2026

Hotel Royal
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Where to stay in Historic Centre

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A historic fountain with a statue in the center, surrounded by a square with buildings and cafes.

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.

A large fountain with a statue in the center, surrounded by people and buildings in the background.

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.

A large rock formation covered in moss and surrounded by trees.
Photo by S. Rouchaléou
Open Photo by S. Rouchaléou

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.

A historic opera house with ornate architecture and banners advertising events.

Montpellier-Centre

Noted for its historical sites and river views, there's plenty to explore in Montpellier-Centre. Top attractions like Montpellier Cathedral and Jardin des plantes de Montpellier 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.

A historic building with ornate architecture, a central fountain, and a bustling square with people and outdoor seating.

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.

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