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Montpellier city breaks offer a vibrant holiday packed with culture and nightlife, plus sandy beaches a short ride away.

City breaks to Montpellier

Montpellier is a charming city close to the Mediterranean coast in the ever-glamorous south of France. This place boasts a rich cultural and historical heritage – you can take in the sites in the Medieval old town, which is packed with plenty of museums, art galleries and gardens. After dark, a lively student population means a night sampling the streets of bars and restaurants is never far away. Finish off your stay by relaxing in the sand and sunshine on the beaches, which are just a short bus or tram ride away.

Wander around the Musée Fabre

The Fabre Museum was founded back in 1825 by painter François-Xavier Fabre and to this day, it hosts a huge showcase of European art. You’ll be able to admire everything from Greek vases to modern-day paintings, and feast your eyes on work by Rubens, Delacroix and Poussin, which form part of the permanent collection. Find it right in the city centre, next to the Esplanade Charles-de-Gaulle central park.

At a Glance

  • Soak up the culture in the old town’s museums and galleries
  • Party with the locals and enjoy the nightlife at Place Jean Jaurès
  • Take the short tram ride to dip your toes in the Med
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Best time to go to Montpellier

The weather in Montpellier is typically Mediterranean, with mild winters and hot summers. You can expect more sun than you’d find on British shores, but temperatures tend to peak in the mid-20s over summer.

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Top things to see and do in Montpellier

Montpellier might be a bustling city, but you can hop on a bus or tram and you’ll be on the Mediterranean coast in no time. Carnon Plage is the closest beach, boasting a long stretch of golden sand alongside a promenade with lots of restaurants and shops. Board a bus or tram in Montpellier and you’ll be on the sands of Carnon Plage in as little as 12 minutes.

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You won’t just see designer French boutiques in Montpellier – there are a few shopping centres here, stocking high-street brands and sorting your everyday shopping needs. The Centre Commercial Regional Odysseum covers those bases, plus it’s home to restaurants, a bowling alley and even an ice-skating rink.

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There’s quite a large student population here – a whopping half of the people who live in Montpellier are actually under 30. It’s no wonder there’s a young, fashionable vibe in the city, with a solid restaurant, bar, and club scene to match. Head to the open-air Place Jean Jaurès – a square packed with party spots to drink, dance and enjoy live music through to the early hours.

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One of the city’s signature dishes is la tielle sétoise, a spicy pie made with squid and octopus in a tomato sauce. It comes in a selection of sizes, ready for a main meal or a little lunchtime snack.

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