Day 01
Historic Montpellier Walking Tour
- Begin your tour at the Galerie de l'Ecusson, located at 11 Rue De L'ancien Courrier. Appreciate the exterior of this art gallery in the historic centre of Montpellier.
- Walk to Place de la Comédie to explore the area and see the Opera House.
- Head towards the Tower of Babotte, a 14th-century astronomical observatory and one of the few remaining medieval towers in the city.
- Continue to Place Edouard Adam and Place Saint Roch to appreciate the vibrant murals.
- Explore the Church of Saint Anne and the Carré Saint Anne Gallery, known for their stunning architecture and artistic exhibitions.
- Pass by the Prefecture of Hérault, an impressive 19th-century building with a beautiful courtyard, and Cathédrale St. Pierre, located at 6 B rue de l'Abbe Marcel Montels Place St-Pierre. Admire the stunning architecture from the outside.
- Head towards the Saint-Clément Aqueduct, a remarkable 18th-century structure that once supplied water to the city.
- Stroll along the Promenade du Peyrou, an elegant tree-lined walkway that offers stunning views of Montpellier and the surrounding countryside.
- Conclude your tour at Le Pavillon Populaire, situated on Esplanade Charles de Gaulle. Admire the exterior of this venue, which serves as an exhibition hall for photographic art.
