Montpellier Things to Do

Once the 13th-century port from where Louis IX departed at the head of the ill-fated 7th crusade, time has proved the town's name meaning "dead waters" to be entirely apt. The retreating sea has left a small town of about 5000... more

Antigone is a district of Montpellier (built in Ancient Roman style) which was designed by the Spanish architect Ricardo Bofill. It is composed of buildings surrounding a pedestrian zone which is pleasant to stroll around. It i... more

L'Antirouille is one of the most frequented music bars in Montpellier. Doors open at 9p and there is a concert almost every night of the week. The diverse program is arranged by the colorful patron Jacky and tends to be oriente... more

As a part of the Montpellier Agglomeration, Aquarium Mare Nostrum is an impressive construction for all the visitors to marvel at. This massive complex comprises of various themes. There is "The other side of the mirror" or "In... more

Erected in 1691, this monument is one of several built to glorify the monarchy. The carved medallions, dating from 1773, celebrate the achievements of King Louis XIV of France. A small door under the vaulted archway provides ac... more

The third largest thermal spa of France is found by the Etang de Thau, not far from Sète and Frontignan. The benefits of its hot waters have been appreciated since Roman times and today the site welcomes 30,000 curists each yea... more

The original church of the same name was once the main church of the city, the "tables" referring to those of the merchants and moneylenders who did business in front of the church. Destroyed several times during the 16th and 1... more

This establishment lies close to the city center by the Polygone shopping complex. The outside tables provide a perfect spot for a break between shopping trips or after a stressful day at work. There is a good choice of pizzas... more

Opposite the zoo, a network of paths wind up and down the slopes of this 30-hectare (75-acre) zone of bush and woodland. A popular site among joggers, there's no obligation to follow their lead as this unusual spot can be appre... more

As you would expect, this is right on the Esplanade. There is a large salon with a bar at one end that seems to have changed very little since the 1950s. Despite it's proximity to the Place de la Comédie, it never seems to get... more