This historic building is located three kilometers (one mile) east of the city center. Once a country house, this family property now finds itself and its surrounding parks and vineyards entirely swallowed by the city. The Château de Flaugergues which dates from the 17th Century and its collection of 17th and 18th-century furnishings and art (including a large collection of optical instruments) can be visited throughout the year (though the timings differ). Outside the house one can admire the gardens à la française as well as the château's own vineyards (Coteaux de la Méjanelle) whose wines can be tasted and bought on site.
Parc Zoologique de Montpellier functions as the home of 100 different indigenous and exotic species. No tiny or concrete cages are to be seen and the spacious enclosures and vegetation allow the animals some privacy. A little patience is amply rewarded by the possibility of seeing zebra, antelope, camels and even cheetahs in a habitat of woodland and shrubs. With 9 kilometers (5 miles) of paths to explore and several picnic sites, the zoo allows a relaxing yet active and educational visit. The Parc Zoologique de Montpellier is also home to a restaurant where you can retire to when your wildlife expeditions have left you famished.
Established in December 2007, Planet Ocean Montpellier is a part of the Odysseum. An Aquarium (Mare Nostrum) cum planetarium (Galileo Planetarium), Planet Ocean Montpellier boasts of being home to over 400 species of aquatic life and spaces for the exploration of the galaxy. Other facilities here include interactive displays, a restaurant and a cafe.
Les Rochers de Maguelone is an amusement park that is conveniently located just outside Montpellier. The park offers a host of fun activities, rides and attractions that are sure to delight both young and old. For the curious and inquisitive, the EXPLOR'parc is an ideal choice. Enjoy water-slides, solve puzzles and explore, or make your way through the pirate-themed maze, solve clues and complete fun-filled tasks to move on to the next zone of the maze where more adventures await. Thrill seekers, on the other hand, are sure to revel in the adrenaline-pumping rides and attractions of the ACCRO'parc. Enjoy outdoor activities like hiking, rappelling and rock climbing, or make your way through the obstacle course, zip-line across the park and swoosh down thrilling slides. The LASER'parc is best enjoyed with a group. Run amok and have a great time chasing down opponents at this outdoor lasertag arena. With such a varied offering, Les Rochers de Maguelone is truly a delight for visitors of every age.Visit just one of the three separate theme parks that make up Les Rochers de Maguelone, or divide your time between two or all three and enjoy great discounts.
Le Corum is a brilliant and spacious conference and event space that includes three distinct auditoriums, which can hold anywhere from 50 to 2000 people. Apart from being a convention center, it also doubles up as an opera house that is well-equipped with state-of-art technology and excellent acoustics. Along with conferences and concerts, large-scale exhibitions and trade fairs are also hosted here which makes Le Corum one of the most important buildings in the city. Facilities also include a brasserie and a technical staff that is present on site to ensure the smooth functioning of your event.
Casino de Palavas is located in the seaside town of Palavas-les-Flots, about 13 kilometers (eight miles) outside of Montpellier. The casino offers eager gamers the options of blackjack, roulette, and poker tables, slot machines, and more! There are frequently special events, such as DJs on the weekends.
Montpellier Wine Tours is probably one of the best ways to explore the various vineyards and wine estates of the region. Offering well-planned guided tours since the year 2012, the tour agency is run by a team of savvy guides who share some interesting insights about the famous wine-producing region. Learn about the various varieties of wine produced and the intricacies of wine tastings through their full-day or half-day tours organized at different times of the year.
Remparts d'Aigues-Mortes is a historic castle which dates back to the 18th Century and is considered to be a heritage building of France. Several legends and mysteries shroud this imposing structure. Today, you can enjoy a stay inside this historic castle in rooms with high ceilings, hardwood floors and traditional fixtures. The hotel also has beautiful views of the surrounding countryside and the Canal du Rhône à Sète which can be seen from several of the rooms. A classy restaurant, a bar and a cozy breakfast room are also available for guests.
Located in the town of Perols, a few kilometers away from Montpellier, this historic wine estate came into being only in 1954, before which it operated as a private estate and a chapel before that. The Carriere family has been producing aromatic wines ever since, with modern winemaking techniques and a revamped cellar.
An acclaimed watering-hole off the city center, The Black Sheep is the perfect place to de-stress over a couple of drinks with your friends. Peppered with shades of old-school wooden tones, dimly-lit and always packed with excitement, an unhappy customer is a rare sight at this bar. Take your pick from its selection of premium spirits, beers and wines, or opt for one of their signature cocktails. Sit back and sip on your drink, as the band keeps you entertained with some fine music.
This beautiful wine terroir in Juvignac invites oenophiles at their family-owned estate. Visitors are met with gigantic oak doors at the entrance of the chateau, following which they can explore the aromatic cellars and the winemaking unit, ending in a tasting of the fragrant white, red and rose wines produced here. An expert winemaker takes you on a detailed and guided tour of the vineyards. The degustation cellar offers several vintage and bottled wines for tasting, along with a regional snack. The tour lasts for nearly two hours, and must be reserved for at least two people, 48 hours in advance.