Montpellier Uncovered Self Guided Walking Tour
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About This Tour in Montpellier
Why Visit Montpellier?
Montpellier, France offers a wealth of attractions, cultural experiences, and activities for visitors. From historic landmarks to modern attractions, Montpellier provides an unforgettable travel experience with something to discover around every corner. Explore local cuisine, discover unique culture, and create lasting memories in this remarkable destination.
Getting to Montpellier
You can reach Montpellier, France by air, train, or road depending on your starting location. The city is well-connected by public transportation, including trains, buses, and metro systems. Taxis and rideshare services are also readily available. Train connections from major European cities make Montpellier easily accessible by rail as well.
What's Included
- Detailed directions to both well-known attractions and hidden spots
- 35+ narration points of popular locations in Montpellier
- Fully offline map – no need for Wi-Fi or data.
- Access to the Explore Montpellier Uncovered: Self-Guided Walking Tour on our App
Cancellation Policy
Additional Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Meeting and Pickup
Meeting Point
Place de la Comédie, "The EggThe Tour will begin in front of Gaumont at Place de la Comedie
End Point
The Tours ends at Musée Fabre, which is our last stop.
Pickup Information
Pickup Option: All travelers must meet at start point
Itinerary
Tour Itinerary
Place de la Comédie, "The Egg 15 minutes
Place de la Comédie, "The Egg." Vibrant hub since 1755! Huge pedestrian area, city's heart. Three Graces Fountain adds buzz. Next, history unfolds!
On Rue des Étuves, enter Montpellier's medieval Écusson 5 minutes
On Rue des Étuves, enter Montpellier's medieval Écusson. Discover 13th-century Pénitents Bleus Chapel, which showed mercy to anyone in need. Explore a maze of streets, courtyards & shops.
La Tour de la Babote: 12th-century survivor 5 minutes
La Tour de la Babote: 12th-century survivor! Once defensive, it became an observatory & site of world's first parachute jump (1783)! This tower has seen it all. Next, we explore!
Place Edouard Adam: charming gem in Montpellier's Écusson 5 minutes
Place Edouard Adam: charming gem in Montpellier's Écusson! Trompe-l'œil art on buildings blends history & illusion. Perfect for photos & old-town vibe!
Place Saint-Roch: 19th-century Église Saint-Roch, a Gothic Revival beauty 5 minutes
Place Saint-Roch: 19th-century Église Saint-Roch, a Gothic Revival beauty. This square is Montpellier's vibrant community heart for centuries, where daily life meets deep history. Explore its charm!
Place Saint-Roch: stunning Église Saint-Roch (Montpellier's patron saint) 5 minutes
Place Saint-Roch: stunning Église Saint-Roch (Montpellier's patron saint). Vibrant Fresques on buildings tell the city's past. Peaceful spot for history & art! Next: right.
From Place Saint-Roch, step through Rue Voltaire archway... 5 minutes
From Place Saint-Roch, step through Rue Voltaire archway into Montpellier's cozy medieval streets! Feel like stepping back in time as stone walls guide us to our next amazing stop. History awaits!
Rue de l'Ancien Courrier: "Old Courier Quarter," charming... 5 minutes
Rue de l'Ancien Courrier: "Old Courier Quarter," charming medieval street in Montpellier's Écusson. Once bustling, now hosts indie boutiques. Detour to Salle Saint-Ravy or explore courtyards!
Rue Arc en Ciel: Montpellier's vibrant rainbow stairs 5 minutes
Rue Arc en Ciel: Montpellier's vibrant rainbow stairs! Ancient medieval street, bursts with color & hidden art, blending history & creativity. Perfect for photos! Next, straight!
Église Sainte-Anne, 19th-century Gothic Revival church, now Carré Sainte-Anne 20 minutes
Église Sainte-Anne, 19th-century Gothic Revival church, now Carré Sainte-Anne! This art space blends modern art with history. Step inside! Next: Rue de l'Huile.
Promenade du Peyrou: Montpellier's grand classical space 5 minutes
Promenade du Peyrou: Montpellier's grand classical space! Admire Louis XIV's statue & views. Aqueduct & Château d’Eau. Soak in grandeur!
Château d’Eau: At Peyrou's end 5 minutes
Château d’Eau: At Peyrou's end. This 18th-century "Water Castle", like a Roman temple, was Montpellier's grand reservoir, blending function & flair. Look beyond!
Beyond the Château d'Eau, marvel at Aqueduc Saint-Clément 10 minutes
Beyond the Château d'Eau, marvel at Aqueduc Saint-Clément! This 18th-century masterpiece brought water to Montpellier, inspired by Roman design. Walk its top for views & photos. A grand historical gem!
Jardin des Plantes: France's oldest botanical garden (1593) 5 minutes
Jardin des Plantes: France's oldest botanical garden (1593)! Created for medicine, a peaceful oasis with a Wishing Tree & root "bench." Blends science, history & magic. Next, explore!
Montpellier Cathedral: 14th-century Gothic 20 minutes
Montpellier Cathedral: 14th-century Gothic! Explore Faculty of Medicine, world's oldest (1137), Nostradamus studied. Unique anatomical museum. Faith & knowledge!
Place de la Canourgue: Montpellier's oldest, peaceful gem 10 minutes
Place de la Canourgue: Montpellier's oldest, peaceful gem! Fontaine des Licornes enchants. Grand mansions, history, charm & courtyards. Perfect for a pause!
Mikvé Médiéval: Montpellier's 12th/13th-century Jewish ritual bath 10 minutes
Mikvé Médiéval: Montpellier's 12th/13th-century Jewish ritual bath! Heart of medieval Jewish quarter. Rediscovered 1980s, Europe's best-preserved hidden gem!
Turn left to see Préfecture de l'Hérault, a... 5 minutes
Turn left to see Préfecture de l'Hérault, a grand 19th-century building now a key government hub. You're on Place des Martyrs, honoring WWII Resistance heroes. Feel Montpellier's civic pride and recent history here!
Left to Les Halles Castellanes, Montpellier's vibrant indoor market 5 minutes
Left to Les Halles Castellanes, Montpellier's vibrant indoor market! Feast for senses, fresh produce, artisan goods & on-the-spot eats. Immerse in French food culture, enjoy!
Place Jean Jaurès: Montpellier's vibrant living room 5 minutes
Place Jean Jaurès: Montpellier's vibrant living room! Lively square, honoring Jaurès, offers cafés & leads to Rue de la Loge, historic street. Perfect for food, drinks, & old town alleys!!
Hôtel de Varennes & Salle Pétrarque: 18th-century mansion... 5 minutes
Hôtel de Varennes & Salle Pétrarque: 18th-century mansion hides a room linked to Petrarch, Renaissance poet! History & culture meet. Explore the exterior! Next: right, then left.
Pharmacie de la Miséricorde, France's oldest pharmacy (since 1100s) 5 minutes
Pharmacie de la Miséricorde, France's oldest pharmacy (since 1100s)! Founded by Knights Hospitaller, a living museum of mercy. Nearby Chapelle. Next: a sweet treat!
Pomme de Reinette et Pomme d'Api: Montpellier's sweet shop 5 minutes
Pomme de Reinette et Pomme d'Api: Montpellier's sweet shop! Taste candied fruits & chocolates, local specialty. Keeps traditions alive, savor sweet history!
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