Gambetta Travel Guide
Montpellier
Popular places to visit
Comedy Square
One of the largest pedestrianized squares in Europe is a great place to come for coffee, to see some opera and shop for food and fashion.
Montpellier Cathedral
Behind the fortress-like façade of this medieval church is a collection of biblical artworks and a striking-looking organ from the 18th century.
La Promenade du Peyrou
Walk between the arches of the vast aqueduct near the moated water tower in this dazzling park celebrating the glory of a monarch.
Faculty of Medicine of Montpellier
Enjoy the student vibe at Faculty of Medicine of Montpellier during your visit to Montpellier. Take in the art scene in this walkable area.
Opera National Orchestra of Montpellier
One of France's leading opera houses is a Montpellier institution that hosts opera and classical music concerts by world-renowned composers.
Fabre Museum
Step inside an 18th-century mansion to explore hundreds of years’ worth of art from some of the world's leading painters and artistic movements.
Top hotels in Gambetta
JOST Hotel Montpellier Centre St Roch
Fun, hipster like atmosphere. Great value. Only downside: a little smelly in the room.
Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025
Hotel Belaroia
Did not know they had aSpa, great junior suite and hôtel recently renovated.love it so much we extended our stay
Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025
Lagrange Apart'HOTEL Montpellier Millénaire
A little out dated but clean. Restaurant on site was amazing and the shopping centre a short walk away was great. Would stay there again but will slightly lower expectations of the room condition.
Reviewed on 18 Sept 2024
Zenitude Hotel la Valadière, an Ascend Collection Hotel
Tres bel hotel, environnement apaisant et cadre exceptionnel. Le personnel et professionnels et agréables. Je recommande
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
Bikube Montpellier
Really helpful English Speaking staff which was a real bonus for us.
Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025
Hôtel Campanile Montpellier Centre St Roch
The hotel is super close to the main train station in Montpellier and a walking distance to the main shopping / restaurant areas of the city, as well as interesting places to see. There is also a taxi stand right outside of the hotel. If you need to get some groceries, there is Carrefour express ...
Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Gambetta
Historic Centre
You might enjoy the historical sites while in Historic Centre. Canourgue Square is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Louis Blanc Tram Station or Place Albert 1er Tram Station to see more of the city.
Ecusson
While you're in Ecusson, take in top sights like Canourgue Square or Montpellier Cathedral, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Comedie Tram Station or Louis Blanc Tram Station.
Montpellier City-Centre
Noted for its historical sites and river views, there's plenty to explore in Montpellier City-Centre. Top attractions like Comedy Square and Fabre Museum are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Comedie Tram Station or Hotel de Ville Tram Station to see more of the city.
Comédie
Noted for its historical sites and shopping, there's plenty to explore in Comédie. Top attractions like Comedy Square and Opera National Orchestra of Montpellier are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Comedie Tram Station or Hotel de Ville Tram Station to see more of the city.
Lemasson
Appreciated for its restaurants and shopping, you might consider exploring Lemasson. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Stade Sabathe, and jump on the metro at Lemasson Tram Station or Mas Drevon Tram Station to get around the city.
Gares
Historical sites and coffee shops are just a few features Gares is known for, and you can get around the area by hopping on the metro at Place Carnot Tram Station or Voltaire Tram Station.
