Free Tour of Montpellier's historic center
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Discover Montpellier through its history, from medieval origins to the royal golden age. Stroll through ancient streets, squares and emblematic monuments such as the Arc de Triomphe and the Promenade du Peyrou.
Montpellier is a city like no other: born at the crossroads of the Frankish, Occitan and Mediterranean worlds, it has long looked to the Iberian peninsula as much as to the kingdom of France.
This free tour takes you through over a thousand years of history, from the birth of the Guilhem seigneury in the Middle Ages to the city's definitive entry into the kingdom of France in the 14th century. You'll discover how Montpellier became a city of merchants, knowledge and power, coveted by the kings of Aragon, integrated into the kingdom of Majorca, then purchased by the French crown.
We'll wander through medieval alleyways, squares and emblematic monuments to understand the city's evolution: from vanished fairs and ramparts to royal symbols and grand classical perspectives.
The tour ends on the Promenade du Peyrou and its Arceaux, an 18th-century masterpiece of engineering, where political history, architecture and the mastery of water meet, facing one of the finest panoramas in the region.
Meeting point
Tour de la babote
Before you go
- Length
- About 2h
- Languages
- English, French
- Usual start times
- 10:00, 13:45, 17:45 (Montpellier time)
- Coming up
- 120 departures in 3 months, 8 this week
Questions about this tour
How much does this tour cost?
Nothing up front. You book for free and tip your guide at the end. Many travellers tip around €5 to €15 per person, depending on the length and quality of the tour.
How long does it take?
About 2h.
Where does it start?
The meeting point is Tour de la babote. The map on this page shows the exact spot.
What languages is it in?
Upcoming departures are in English and French. Pick your language in the calendar to see only those.
When does it run?
120 departures are listed in the next three months, 8 of them in the next 7 days, usually at 10:00, 13:45 and 17:45. Times are local to Montpellier.
Do I need to book?
Booking is a good idea: groups are limited and popular times fill up. Create a free Tripsora account, pick a day and time, and press Book to finish with the tour provider.
Is it accessible?
The tour provider has added accessibility information for this tour. Check the details with them when you book, and tell your guide about any needs on the day.
Can I bring my dog?
The tour provider lists this tour as pet friendly.
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