Gares 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.
Corum Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Corum Convention Center during your trip to Montpellier. Take in the art scene in this walkable area.
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.
Odysseum Shopping Centre
During your trip to Montpellier, you can do some window-shopping at Odysseum Shopping Centre. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
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.
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.
Top hotels in Gares
Bikube Coliving Hôtel - Montpellier Centre Gare St Roch
"Modern and clean. Very nice breakfast. Located right st the free tram line to go to the center."
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
Best Western Plus Hotel Comedie Saint-Roch
"Beautiful clean room and kind helpful staff We’ll definitely be back"
Reviewed on 7 Jun 2026
Hôtel Belaroïa
"From the outside and on the first floor lobby, the hotel looks nice, but specifically our room on the 6th floor was in need of cleaning (carpet had multiple stains, remnant of mini fridge, but no fridge, AC not cooling, and WiFi did not worked). We only stayed one night so didn’t bother to say anything, ..."
Reviewed on 18 Jun 2026
Hôtel Campanile Montpellier Centre St Roch
"Very well located"
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2026
Hôtel Oceania Le Métropole Montpellier
"All the staff were very helpful and gave us good advices. Breakfast was also excellent with very good selection of everything including eggs to order. Highly recommended"
Reviewed on 14 Jun 2026
Eklo Hotels Montpellier City center Saint-Roch train station
"We loved this hotel. Very eco friendly, in a perfect location for Comedy Square and the main attractions. Ample breakfast and plenty of sockets in the room. We would recommend this one."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Where to stay in Gares
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.
Montpellier-Centre
Noted for its historical sites and river views, there's plenty to explore in Montpellier-Centre. Top attractions like Montpellier Cathedral and Canourgue Square are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Louis Blanc Tram Station or Place Albert 1er Tram Station to see more of the city.
Les Cévennes
When in Les Cévennes, you can plan a visit to Montpellier Aqueduct and La Promenade du Peyrou, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
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.
