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.

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.

Faculty of Medicine of Montpellier
Enjoy the collegiate vibe at Faculty of Medicine of Montpellier during your stay in Montpellier. Take in the art scene in this walkable area.

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.

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.

Fabre Museum
Step inside an 18th-century mansion to explore hundreds of years’ worth of art from some of the world's leading painters and artistic movements.
Things to do

Montpellier : Visit lavender field and an Olive Oil Mill

Montpellier:Half-Day Terrasses du Larzac Wine and grotto

Montpellier: Visit Cirque of Navacelle and its medieval mill

From Montpellier: Winery Tour in a Vintage Citroën 2CV

Montpellier: Half-day Trip to Etang de Thau Lake with Lunch
Top hotels in Alco

Novotel Suites Montpellier
Reviewed on Jul 2, 2025

JOST Hotel Montpellier Centre St Roch
Reviewed on Jul 9, 2025

Bikube Montpellier
Reviewed on Jun 29, 2025

Pullman La Pléiade Montpellier Centre
Reviewed on Jun 26, 2025

Campanile Montpellier Ouest
Reviewed on Feb 26, 2025

Kyriad Montpellier Aéroport - Parc Expo
Reviewed on Jun 27, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Alco
Les Cévennes
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Les Cévennes and surrounding area, you can visit Montpellier Aqueduct and La Promenade du Peyrou.

Boutonnet
During your stop in Boutonnet, check out the gardens, and jump on the metro at Stade Philippides Tram Station to see more of the surrounding area.

Hopitaux-Facultes
Get to know Hopitaux-Facultes and its many features like its parks and shopping. You might want to explore sights like Montpellier Zoo and Domaine d'O, and you can jump on the metro at Occitanie Tram Station or Hopital Lapeyronie Tram Station to get around the city.

Historic Centre
Historic Centre is a destination travelers like for its historic sites, and you might hop aboard the metro at Louis Blanc Tram Station or Place Albert 1er Tram Station to explore sights like Montpellier Cathedral.

Montpellier-Centre
Noted for its historic sites and river views, there's plenty to explore in Montpellier-Centre. Top attractions like Montpellier Cathedral and Jardin des plantes de Montpellier 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.

Estanove
Estanove is well-liked for its restaurants and shopping. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, Altrad Stadium and Montpellier Aqueduct are some interesting sights nearby to check out.