Historic Centre Travel Guide
Montpellier
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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
You can find out about the history of Montpellier with a visit to Montpellier Cathedral. Take in the art scene in this walkable area.
La Promenade du Peyrou
Explore the great outdoors at La Promenade du Peyrou, a lovely green space in Montpellier. Take in the art scene in this walkable area.
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.
Jardin des plantes de Montpellier
Explore the great outdoors at Jardin des plantes de Montpellier, a lovely green space in Montpellier. Find some time to visit the monuments or churches in this walkable area.
Opera National Orchestra of Montpellier
Enjoy a performance at Opera National Orchestra of Montpellier, a theatre with a story to tell in Montpellier. Take in the art scene in this walkable area.
Top hotels in Historic Centre
Hôtel Campanile Montpellier Centre St Roch
Friendly staff, clean rooms, and good lication made for an enjoyable stay.
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Hôtel Oceania Le Métropole Montpellier
Bien situé
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Hotel Ulysse Montpellier Centre
Very nice hotel, close to tram and city attractions. Staff was very friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Grand Hôtel du Midi Montpellier - Opéra Comédie
Wonderful hotel, amazing service!
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Hotel Royal
Very nice mid-range hotel ideally located in historic area of Montpelier. Clean, comfortable and affordable. Also on the tram line, which is very convenient to get around.
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Hotel Richer de Belleval
Stunning, small hotel in the middle of Montpellier's Old Town. We told them we would be driving in. Anthony gave us directions, and met us, took the bags to the room, and drove our car to off site parking. They could not have done more to make our stay more comfortable. I can only give 5 Stars but ...
Reviewed on 28 Apr 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.
