Historic Centre Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Historic Centre
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Activities
Discovery of the Grands Sites de l'Hérault from Montpellier
Excursion circus of Navacelles from Montpellier
Montpellier Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self Guided Audio Tour
Our pick of the best Historic Centre Hotel Deals
Hôtel Campanile Montpellier Centre St Roch
Very clean room, close to the train station, walkable to many restaurants and other places. Definitely enjoyed my visit.
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Hôtel Oceania Le Métropole Montpellier
C lean calm helpful staff love the ambience
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
Grand Hôtel du Midi
Best Western Plus Hotel Comedie Saint-Roch
Clean rooms, helpful staff, good breakfast
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
Hotel Belaroia
We have stayed here several times and it is good value, breakfast is very good. Very close to train station and the city centre. Can be difficult to find if you do not have uptodate mapping. Best to use Waze.
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Zenitude Hotel la Valadière, an Ascend Collection Hotel
Tout est impeccable, le personnel est tres peofessionnel et agreable
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Historic Centre
Ecusson
While you're in Ecusson, take in top sights like Canourgue Square or Saint Roch Church, 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.
