Montpellier guided tour & wine tasting: 3 hours, small group

The guide stays with you through the wine tasting, not just the walking.

A 3-hour guided tour of Montpellier's historic center with a maximum of 12 people, departing from Place de la Comédie and covering the Medical School, St. Peter's Cathedral, Peyrou and medieval side streets. The tour includes artisanal local specialties and finishes with two glasses of wine (or a soft drink) at a wine merchant's shop, where your guide joins you for the tasting. Available in English and French; children welcome from age 6.

Step-by-step itinerary

Montpellier guided city tour and tasting

• Meet at Place de la Comédie
• Explore Place de la Comédie
• Visit Arc de Triomphe
• Discover Place Jean-Jaurès
• See Place de la Canourgue and fountain
• Admire views at Peyrou with statue and aqueduct
• Stop outside Jardin des Plantes for overview
• Visit Faculty of Medicine and St. Peter's Cathedral
• Walk Rue de l'Ancien Mail and Rue du Bras de Fer
• Explore Saint-Roch district and learn about Saint-Roch
• Enjoy artisanal specialties break
• Taste 2 glasses of wine or 1 soft drink

The Experience

Three hours is enough to move through Montpellier without rushing. You start at Place de la Comédie, the city's lively central square between the Opéra and the Fontaine des Trois Grâces, and from there the guide takes you into the medieval streets — Rue de l'Ancien Mail and Rue du Bras de Fer, both lined with shops and older than most of the city around them. You'll see the Arc de Triomphe marking the historic entrance, Place Jean-Jaurès with its terraces, and the quieter Place de la Canourgue with its fountain. The Medical School still operates today as the oldest in the Western world, and St. Peter's Cathedral stands out for its twin towers.

Peyrou is the high point — literally and figuratively — where you can see the equestrian statue of Louis XIV, the water tower and the aqueduct of Saint Clément. You'll also pass the Jardin des Plantes, France's oldest botanical garden, and get an overview from outside. The route is built for walking, and the guide shares anecdotes and local tips as you move through each stop.

The gourmet break comes partway through: artisanal biscuits, sweet-salty specialties and Olivettes (a local candy). At the end, you finish at a wine merchant's shop where the guide pours two glasses of wine for tasting — or a soft drink if you prefer — and stays with you to share the moment instead of handing you off. The whole group stays under 12 people, which is why the experience stays personal instead of becoming a cattle run through a famous city.

What’s included

• Three-hour guided walk through medieval Montpellier covering Place de la Comédie, the Arc de Triomphe, Place Jean-Jaurès, Place de la Canourgue, Peyrou, the Jardin des Plantes, the Medical School and St. Peter's Cathedral.
• artisanal local specialties including biscuits, sweet-salty treats and Olivettes.
• two glasses of wine tasting (or one soft drink) at a wine merchant's shop with the guide present.

Good to know

Easy physical levelPets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by Petit Trip

Is this one for you?The 3-hour walk moves at a steady pace through the city center, so you'll want comfortable shoes and a willingness to be on your feet — but the small group size and the guide's local knowledge mean you're not just covering ground, you're learning the stories behind each street and square as you go.

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Top questions

How much walking is involved in the Montpellier tour?

The tour covers the historic center on foot over 3 hours, moving between medieval streets, squares and landmarks like St. Peter's Cathedral and Peyrou. The pace is steady but not strenuous, and the route is suitable for all fitness levels. Wear comfortable sneakers.

What exactly do you taste at the wine merchant at the end?

You get two glasses of wine tasting at the guide's wine merchant partner. If you prefer not to drink alcohol, a soft drink is available instead. The guide joins you for this part, so it's a shared moment rather than a solo tasting.

Is St. Peter's Cathedral included in the walking route?

Yes, St. Peter's Cathedral is one of the main stops on the tour. You'll see the majestic building with its impressive twin towers as part of the walk through the historic center near the Medical School.

Can children join this tour?

Children are welcome from age 6 and up. The tour is designed to be accessible for all ages, though the 3-hour walk and the wine-tasting finale are geared toward a mixed group rather than a children-only experience.

What language is the guide available in?

The guide conducts the tour in English or French. You can book in whichever language suits you.

Where do you meet, and how do I get there?

You meet at Place de la Comédie, in front of the Pathé cinema, which is Montpellier's central square. Public transportation options are available nearby if you need to reach the meeting point.