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.
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.
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
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
Hôtel Oceania Le Métropole Montpellier
I had to move from another hotel nearby to hotel oceana metropole late last night when I arrived which was stressful . I’ve stayed here before and is always super clean and quiet inside . Staff was very helpful finding me a room last minute .
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
Grand Hôtel du Midi
Hotel Royal
Absolutely wonderful. Largest hotel room in France that I've seen. Staff is so incredibly kind and helpful. Do get the breakfast, it was a wonderful way to start the morning. No one works as hard as the adorable brunette gal with the ponytail running the fresh food back-and-forth for the breakfast ...
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Hotel Ulysse Montpellier Centre
Hotel Belaroia
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.
