Private Historic Walking tour in Montpellier

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1. Start the tour at the Comedy Square, the central meeting for tourists and locals alike. In the vibrant square, local musicians fill the air with beautiful melodies amongst numerous historic landmarks, and government buildings, as well as a wealth of outdoor cafés, shops, and endless entertainment. The highlight of all is the magnificent statue of the Three Graces which surmounts the central fountain, classified as a historical monument.

   15 min

2. Next, walk through the emblematic Triumphal Arch of Montpellier, dedicated to the glory of King Louis XIV of France, the ‘Sun King’. The facade is laden with intricate carvings depicting various stages of his reign, with the badge of the city of Montpellier sitting at the highest point. What’s more, the site offers a stunning background for souvenir photos with an equestrian statue of Louis XIV and a fairytale water tower in the back.

   15 min

3. Upon entering the gate, take a stroll along the Promenade du Peyrou, a well-shaded esplanade running through a park located at the highest point of the city to take in fresh air and the scenic beauty of various statues, and gardens.

   15 min

4. Pass by the Water Tower, an elaborate hexagonal water tower at the end of the esplanade. The splendid stonework perches on the bank of a pond from which you can enjoy terrific views of the city in all directions.

   15 min

5. The next step of the tour is the significant Saint-Cléme Aquaduct. The imposing monument takes the form of Roman-type stone arches extending over 800m and taking more than ten years to finish. This 18th-century hydraulic structure was used to transfer water over 10 km from the Saint-Clément spring to the Water Tower and supply water for numerous fountains throughout the old town.

   15 min

6. Then, visit the Montpellier Cathedral, the only medieval church in the city center that survived the War of Religions in the 16th century, and thus a great example of Gothic architecture, especially the interior featuring beautiful stained glass, old religious paintings, and an attached garden. The architectural marvel has been classified as a “Historical Monument” since 1996.

   15 min

7. Explore the Royal Garden of Montpellier, the last destination on the tour. The charming botanical garden, covering almost 5 hectares in the heart of Montpellier, is the oldest in France. As a part of the Faculty of Medicine, the garden hosts a large collection of medicinal plants, alongside a diversity of breathtaking greenery and flowers, including greenhouses, enchanting lotus ponds, romantic alleys, and the 400-year-old ‘wishing tree’.

   15 min

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How it compares in Montpellier

• Its from-price is 480% above the median of the 96 experiences we list in Montpellier.
• Its length is typical for the group.

About Montpellier

Montpellier is a sunny university city in southern France with a pedestrian old town, a handsome main square and beaches within easy reach.

Montpellier's old centre, the Écusson, is a shield-shaped web of lanes closed to cars, centred on the oval Place de la Comédie, where the Three Graces fountain stands in front of the 19th-century opera house. The cathedral of Saint-Pierre has a vast porch resting on two cylindrical pillars. The city is a university town, and its medical faculty dates back to the Middle Ages.

Top-ranked sights in Montpellier: Pic St-Loup, Musée Fabre.

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