Montpellier Travel Guide

Montpellier is a sunny, youthful city in southern France, known for its medieval Old Town, lively squares, elegant mansions, and easy access to the Mediterranean. It’s a place where history, culture, and coastal vibes all meet — perfect for relaxed exploring, great food, and day trips to nearby beaches and towns.

This page gathers all of my Montpellier travel guides in one spot, with tips on the best things to do, where to go, and how to make the most of your visit. Use it as a starting point for planning your trip to this vibrant Occitanie city.

Montpellier FAQs

Yes — Montpellier is a lively southern city with beautiful architecture, Mediterranean vibes, excellent food, and easy access to beaches and day trips.

Two to three days is ideal for exploring the Old Town, museums, markets, and enjoying a beach outing or nearby village.

Montpellier is famous for its medieval streets, historic mansions, vibrant student culture, botanical gardens, modern architecture, and sunny Mediterranean climate.

The TGV connects Paris to Montpellier in about 3.5 hours, making it an easy long-weekend or extended coastal getaway.

Explore Écusson, visit Place de la Comédie, tour Musée Fabre, relax at the Jardin des Plantes, and enjoy day trips to Sète or nearby beaches.