Travel to France

Cathedrale Saint-Pierre

Something funny about this place is that unknown even to many residents of Montpellier, the exterior of Saint Pierre Cathedral is marked by its twin towers rising above the surrounding buildings. The current entrance is by the unassuming doorway in Rue du Cardinal Cabrières.

Centre Communautaire Culturel Juif

This centre organises and publicises activities in Montpellier which promote a better understanding and appreciation of Jewish culture, both past and present. These activities are open to public in general including the conferences, films, poetry readings and meetings with artists. The centre is also a source of information and advice and offers a variety of resources such as periodicals and videos. Hebrew lessons can also be organised through the centre.

Piscine Olympique d'Antigone

This aquatic park, is placed in the Antigone quarter. The centre covers 800m2 and there are a wide range of games and sports to play. The main attractions are two pools, one for serious swimming and the other for fun (games, whirlpool, slides), but you can also tan in the solarium, feed in the cafeteria or sweat in the gym.

Laserquest

This is might not be the most sophisticated of activities to do while you are in France but that does not mean it is not great fun. A 200-square-metre indoor battlefield allows young and old alike plenty of opportunity to stalk and ambush one another with harmless laser guns. Great place to spend a rainy afteroon in family . Admission is EUR6 before 7p, EUR7.5 after 7p.

Jardin des Plantes

Le Jardin des Plantes was created in 1593. Today, it's a piece of haven from the hustle and bustle of the surrounding metropolis. It houses a vast variety of indigenous and exotic species, as well as trees that date back to when the garden was founded. The paths intertwine on different levels, and the garden contains several small follies, canals, grottoes and many busts of bearded botanists. The admission it's free.

Place de la Comedie

Placed between the train station, the historic city centre and the Polygone shopping centre, this huge, pedestrianised square is the heart and soul of Montpellier. Deriving its name from the first theatre built in the 18th century on the site of what is now the Opera, this impressive square is the site of majestic open-air productions and street entertainment on a daily bases. At the centre of the square, beneath the beautiful facades of the surrounding 19th century buildings, is the fountain of the Three Graces. Guided tours are available for a reasonable price.