Montpellier Uncovered Self Guided Walking Tour

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. Discover 13th-century Pénitents Bleus Chapel, which showed mercy to anyone in need. Explore a maze of streets, courtyards & shops.

Once defensive, it became an observatory & site of world's first parachute jump (1783)! This tower has seen it all. Next, we explore!

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. This square is Montpellier's vibrant community heart for centuries, where daily life meets deep history. Explore its charm!

Vibrant Fresques on buildings tell the city's past. Peaceful spot for history & art! Next: right.

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 medieval street in Montpellier's Écusson. Once bustling, now hosts indie boutiques. Detour to Salle Saint-Ravy or explore courtyards!

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! This art space blends modern art with history. Step inside! Next: Rue de l'Huile.

Promenade du Peyrou: Montpellier's grand classical space! Admire Louis XIV's statue & views. Aqueduct & Château d’Eau. Soak in grandeur!

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! 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)! Created for medicine, a peaceful oasis with a Wishing Tree & root "bench." Blends science, history & magic. Next, explore!

Explore Faculty of Medicine, world's oldest (1137), Nostradamus studied. Unique anatomical museum. Faith & knowledge!

Fontaine des Licornes enchants. Grand mansions, history, charm & courtyards. Perfect for a pause!

Heart of medieval Jewish quarter. Rediscovered 1980s, Europe's best-preserved hidden gem!

You're on Place des Martyrs, honoring WWII Resistance heroes. Feel Montpellier's civic pride and recent history here!

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! Lively square, honoring Jaurès, offers cafés & leads to Rue de la Loge, historic street. Perfect for food, drinks, & old town alleys!!

History & culture meet. Explore the exterior! Next: right, then left.

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! Taste candied fruits & chocolates, local specialty. Keeps traditions alive, savor sweet history!