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
Good hotel in good location
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Hôtel Oceania Le Métropole Montpellier
Good underground parking
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Grand Hôtel du Midi Montpellier - Opéra Comédie
Wow! Second time staying here and we love it! Perfect location and loved the family suite for 4 people! Frederic at the front desk is always so kind and accommodating…wonderful man! Truly a charming hotel!
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
Hotel Ulysse Montpellier Centre
Hotel Richer de Belleval
Outstanding gastronomic experience at Le Jardin des Sens. Service exceptionnel dans un décor historique.
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
Best Western Plus Hotel Comedie Saint-Roch
Très bel hôtel à 1 minute de marche de la gare de Montpellier, 1 minute de marche de 4 lignes de tramway, 5 minutes de la vieille ville. Hôtel propre, pas trop bruyant, assez spacieux, machine à café.
Reviewed on 15 Apr 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.
