The best museums in Montpellier in September 2025

These are the top 10 best museums in Montpellier, France, ranked by their rating and popularity in 2025. Click a museum for more information about the museum, including visitor information, exhibitions and reviews.

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Looking for the best museums in Montpellier? These are the best ones:

  1. Fabre Museum1

    Fabre Museum

     Montpellier
    The Musée Fabre, located in the southern French city of Montpellier, was established by François-Xavier Fabre, a painter from the same city, in 1825. This museum is one of the main attractions of Montpellier and is situated near the city's main square, the Place de la Comédie. The museum's significance is acknowledged nationally as it is classified as a Musée de France by the French Ministry of Culture.
  2. Musée et Conservatoire d'Anatomie2

    Musée et Conservatoire d'Anatomie

     Montpellier
  3. Planet Ocean Montpellier3

    Planet Ocean Montpellier

     Montpellier
    Planet Ocean Montpellier is a unique complex that houses both an aquarium and a planetarium. It is conveniently located in the Odysseum leisure area in Montpellier, making it easily accessible for tourists. The complex offers a unique opportunity to explore both the mysteries of the deep sea and the wonders of the universe in one place.
  4. Montpellier Zoological Park4

    Montpellier Zoological Park

     Montpellier
    The Montpellier Zoological Park, locally referred to as Parc de Lunaret, is situated to the north of the French city of Montpellier, in the Hérault department of the Occitanie administrative region. This accredited member of the European Association of Zoos and Aquaria (EAZA) is a significant destination for animal lovers and nature enthusiasts alike.
  5. Jardin des plantes de Montpellier5

    Jardin des plantes de Montpellier

     Montpellier
    The Jardin des Plantes de Montpellier is a university botanical garden that was established in 1593. This makes it the oldest botanical garden in France, predating the ones in Strasbourg, Paris, and Caen. The garden was initially intended for the cultivation of medicinal plants, but it quickly evolved into a comprehensive tool for botanical study.
  6. Mikvé Médiéval6

    Mikvé Médiéval

     Montpellier
    The Mikvé of Montpellier is a significant historical site, located in the heart of the city's old Jewish quarter. This medieval building was used for Jewish ritual baths, a practice integral to Jewish religious and social life. The Mikvé offers a unique glimpse into the city's rich Jewish history and the architectural practices of the time.
  7. Musée des Arts Décoratifs Sabatier d'Espeyran7

    Musée des Arts Décoratifs Sabatier d'Espeyran

     Montpellier
  8. Languedoc Museum8

    Languedoc Museum

     Montpellier
    The Languedoc Museum, situated in Montpellier, France, is a historical and archaeological institution that focuses on the heritage of the Languedoc region. Its collections are particularly rich in artifacts from the medieval and modern periods, offering visitors a unique insight into the region's past.
  9. Pavillon Populaire9

    Pavillon Populaire

     Montpellier
    The Pavillon Populaire, located on the Esplanade Charles de Gaulle in Montpellier, has been a space dedicated to photographic art since the late 1990s. This unique venue offers visitors the opportunity to explore a variety of photographic exhibitions, showcasing the work of both established and emerging artists. The museum's location in the heart of Montpellier makes it easily accessible for tourists.
  10. Espace Dominique Bagouet10

    Espace Dominique Bagouet

     Montpellier

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