Balaruc-les-Bains Things to Do

Nestled between the sea, the Etang de Thau and the Mont St Clair, the town of Sète was established in the 17th Century. Wander down the canal bordered by colorful houses to the Vieux Port. Home to one of the largest Mediterrane... more

One of the largest deposits of dinosaur eggs and bones in the world, this site is the object of ongoing research. Situated on the RN113 between Montagnac and Mèze, the open air museum-park displays a range of exhibits over five... more

One comes here not only to buy and taste fine wines but also to see a museum dedicated to the art of wine making. This castle is one of many near Montpellier as the fashion of building extravagant summer residences or romantic... more

Formerly called "Lattara," the town of Lattes was once an important port. The findings from excavations in this ancient town are exhibited in the museum, which is part of the Regional Center for Archaeological Documentation. Th... more

For almost 200 years, the cellars of the aperitif Noilly Prat have been located by the port of the village of Marseillan. The wine is a blend of several different white wines, aromatized with various herbs and spices. The cella... more

Casino de Sète-La-Corniche is a casino right by the sea, located town of Sète near Montpellier. It offers roulette tables, slot machines, and craps. On weekends there are occasional theme nights, such as disco and retro. more

Muscat de Frontignan is one of the most well-known regional wines. With six hundred hectares of vines planted between the sea and the hills just behind the coast, the area produces up to twenty thousand hectoliters in good year... more

Théâtre La Fonderie is a local performance space in the town of Sète, 30 kilometers (19 miles) outside of Montpellier. It hosts concerts, theatrical performances, and other cultural events. Look on the website for an up-to-date... more

Jardin de l'America's Cup is a restaurant that also contains the exotic Coco Bar. It has a tropical feel, with delicious coconut and pineapple blended drinks. During the evenings, there is frequently live music, including a ste... more

Located outside the city, this concert venue is a lot smaller than Zenith, accommodating only about 700 people. Created ten years ago, it's a place where up and coming national and regional bands inevitably perform. Most artist... more