Montpellier, France

Montpellier

A sunny student city with a grand central square and lanes of cafés.

  • All year
  • 1 night
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Things to do

2 days in Montpellier

Day 1

  1. MorningStart at the Place de la Comédie and get lost in the old town lanes.
  2. AfternoonVisit the Fabre Museum and the Promenade du Peyrou.
  3. EveningHave dinner on a terrace in the old town.

Day 2

Visit the canals of Sète or the beach at Palavas-les-Flots.

What to eat

Tielle, a spicy octopus pie from nearby Sète.

Local tips

Make the most of Montpellier

Beat the crowds

The old town is lively all day. Mornings and early evenings are the nicest for walking.

Best photo spot

The view from the Promenade du Peyrou with its aqueduct and arch.

Getting there

Trams connect the station, the centre and the beaches. The old centre is mostly car-free.

Don't miss nearby

Saint-Guilhem-le-Désert, a beautiful medieval village in a gorge, about 45 minutes away.

Good to know

The beaches at Palavas are a tram-and-bus ride away. Montpellier is a student city with a young, relaxed feel.

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Plan your visit

Getting to Montpellier

Getting there

  • Montpellier Airport (MPL)8 km away
  • Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)110 km away
  • Avignon85 km away
  • Marseille125 km away

The centre is best explored on foot. Distances are in a straight line.

At a glance

Best timeAll year
TypeCity
Good forOld towns & architecture, Food
Getting thereCar or public transport
Stay1 night
CountryFrance

Questions

Montpellier: good to know

Is Montpellier worth visiting?

Yes, especially if you like historic old towns and food. A sunny student city with a grand central square and lanes of cafés.

How many days do you need in Montpellier?

Plan 1 night. Our free 2-day plan above shows how to spend your time.

When is the best time to visit Montpellier?

You can visit all year. The old town is lively all day. Mornings and early evenings are the nicest for walking.

How do you get to Montpellier?

The nearest airport is Montpellier Airport (MPL), about 8 km away. Trams connect the station, the centre and the beaches. The old centre is mostly car-free.

What is there to see near Montpellier?

Nearby hidden places include Avignon (84 km), Gorges du Tarn (92 km) and Gorges de l'Ardèche (96 km).

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