City Essentials: First Day • 2 hours 5
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Your Perfect First Day in Montpellier: Squares, Streets & Everyday Tips

Start strong with a local host who tailors your walk to your pace and interests, with tips you’ll actually use.

What makes this experience special

Your host plans a first day that matches how you like to explore, offering orientation, local insight, and flexibility from the start.

Key highlights

  • Your host plans around your needs, from first-day nerves to local know-how
  • Get personalized tips on transport, safety, and customs
  • Walk through areas that match your interests, not a fixed checklist
  • Visit key spots at your pace, with time to pause or ask questions
  • Discover the city’s rhythm through your host’s lived experience
  • Learn how locals use the city, from tram stops to daily markets
  • This walk sets the tone for your trip, shaped entirely around you

What to know before you go

Here’s everything you need to know before your day unfolds.

2 hours
Fully tailored to your preferences
English Other languages may be requested
Walking experience may use public transport for long distances

What’s included

Tailored itinerary based on your preferences
A knowledgeable host who knows the hidden gems
Flexible start times to fit your day

What’s not included

Food, drinks and shopping expenses
Transport fares or attraction entry fees

Meeting point

Fountain of the Three Graces, 7 Pl. de la Comédie, 34000 Montpellier, France

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience

What to bring

How your day could unfold

A flexible, unscripted experience designed entirely around your interests. Your host will adapt the day based on what excites you most

Here’s what your experience could look like

These are just suggestions from our hosts to inspire your day. Your host will tailor the experience to suit your interests and tastes

Meeting point

Fountain of the Three Graces, 7 Pl. de la Comédie, 34000 Montpellier, France

Your Perfect First Day in Montpellier: Squares, Streets & Everyday Tips

A Local Café to Start the Day

A quiet start before you get to know how the city flows.

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Your Perfect First Day in Montpellier: Squares, Streets & Everyday Tips

You might begin in a neighborhood café, where your host shares the plan and answers early questions. Some guests want practical tips right away, others prefer to ease in with conversation over coffee.

Your Perfect First Day in Montpellier: Squares, Streets & Everyday Tips

Orientation in Place de la Comédie

Real-world tips, not a tour script.

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Your Perfect First Day in Montpellier: Squares, Streets & Everyday Tips

Your host could guide you through this lively square, showing how neighborhoods connect and how transport works. Some guests linger to hear stories of its fountains and façades, others prefer a quick overview before moving on.

Your Perfect First Day in Montpellier: Squares, Streets & Everyday Tips

Streets Behind the Square

From central icons to winding alleys.

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Your Perfect First Day in Montpellier: Squares, Streets & Everyday Tips

From the bustle of the square, your host may lead you into Écusson’s backstreets. You might pause at a tucked-away courtyard or browse small shops. Others choose to keep moving and absorb the medieval street pattern.

Your Perfect First Day in Montpellier: Squares, Streets & Everyday Tips

Everyday Life in Motion

See how locals actually use the city.

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Your Perfect First Day in Montpellier: Squares, Streets & Everyday Tips

You might pass through the market or busy streets where locals shop. Some guests pause to ask how to buy and what’s typical here. Others simply enjoy the atmosphere and let the flow guide the walk.

Your Perfect First Day in Montpellier: Squares, Streets & Everyday Tips

A Helpful Ending Point

Finish with bearings for your next days.

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Your Perfect First Day in Montpellier: Squares, Streets & Everyday Tips

The walk could close at the Esplanade Charles-de-Gaulle. Some guests use this time for practical planning and next-day orientation, while others pause in the green space before continuing their trip with new confidence.

1. Select a date
2. Select start time
3. Tailor your experience
Answer a few quick questions to help your host craft the perfect day tailored to you.
1. What’s your preferred hosting style?
2. How would you like the pace of your day?
3. What’s your walking comfort level?
4. Are you celebrating something special?

Real Stories, Real Connections

See our hosts and guests creating memories
A Charming Stroll in Historic France

A Charming Stroll in Historic France

Family Adventure by an Iconic Landmark

Family Adventure by an Iconic Landmark

Stylish Explorers in a Bohemian Quarter

Stylish Explorers in a Bohemian Quarter

Admiring Grandeur from the Inside Out

Admiring Grandeur from the Inside Out

A Sunny Stroll with Lively Conversations

A Sunny Stroll with Lively Conversations

Steps Filled with Stories and Smiles

Steps Filled with Stories and Smiles

Iconic Views Framed by Laughter

Iconic Views Framed by Laughter

Unforgettable moments with locals by our side

Unforgettable moments with locals by our side

Savoring cozy café vibes and warm conversations

Savoring cozy café vibes and warm conversations

A Cozy Pause at a French Café

A Cozy Pause at a French Café

Playing with Art in Unexpected Corners

Playing with Art in Unexpected Corners

Unforgettable Views and Lasting Memories

Unforgettable Views and Lasting Memories

A Sweet Taste of Local Flavor

A Sweet Taste of Local Flavor

A Cozy Meal with Genuine Connections

A Cozy Meal with Genuine Connections

Family Adventures Over Rooftop Views

Family Adventures Over Rooftop Views

Strolling stylish streets with authentic flair

Strolling stylish streets with authentic flair

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What travelers think of our France experiences

Theresa Sep 2025

Had an amazing tour! So knowledgeable! Sarah can’t wait to meet up again for a second tour w you❤️

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Sharon Sep 2025

Emma was a great guide, she liased with us before hand. We explained what we wanted and she delivered. She was extremely personable.

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Margaret Sep 2025

Pascal is the very BEST! He met us at our hotel. I asked him to teach us the metro, which he did!!! He took us to St. Germain and we walked and explored the surrounding area. He showed us hidden court yards and back streets. He took us in and around the art district, to the place Ben Franklin started writing the constitution. He spoke English very well. Had a great understanding of the rich culture and history of the area we were in. Thank You so much Pascal!!

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Debby Sep 2025

Pascal was wonderful. He took us all over the city and showed us sites we wouldn’t have never seen on our own. He was so knowledgeable and accommodating. He was a pleasure to be with. I highly

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Nitu Aug 2025

Hristo is a great guide and was very helpful in responding even prior to the trip to finalize the details. I appreciate his detailed knowledge and desire to show the hidden side of Paris that we would have never known otherwise. thank you Hristo

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Sylvia Aug 2025

Pascal was most obliging making sure our physical Needs were met and ensuring that he tailored the tour to our interests and went at our pace. He is very knowledgeable and experienced as a result was able to take us to hidden treasures as well as many iconic tourist sites. He went above and beyond in giving us extra time to ensure that he not only advised us on interesting places to visit on our own but personally took us to a couple so we could have a pleasant experience including Galleries Lafayette. Pascal is a very friendly man to whom we easily related. We would highly recommend him as a guide with whom one can easily communicate and is genuinely interested in ensuring one has a tour that addresses one’s interests and needs.

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FAQs

Your questions, answered

Is this a traditional tour?

No. Our experiences are unscripted and designed around you. Instead of following a rigid itinerary, your host will plan a personalized journey that feels natural, immersive, and unique.

How does personalization work?

After booking, you’ll complete a short questionnaire about your interests and travel style. We’ll match you with the best host who will tailor the experience to you. You'll have the opportunity to chat with them before the experience and agree on a plan.

What if I don’t know what I want to explore?

That’s completely fine! Select an experience theme or a flexible discovery experience, and after booking, answer a few questions so your host can design the perfect experience for you.

Will I know my itinerary in advance?

Yes, you will have the opportunity to chat with your host directly and agree on a plan for the day. However, there’s always room for spontaneity and local surprises!

Can I request specific places to visit?

Yes! After booking, you will receive a questionnaire where you can highlight must-visit spots and anything else you’d like to include, and your host will craft your experience around them.

Will I see famous landmarks or just hidden gems?

Both! Your host will take you to iconic sights if you want to see them, but they’ll also introduce you to places and stories most travelers miss.

Can I change the meeting place?

Yes, you will be in touch with your host before your experience, and you can agree on a different meeting point with them. Your host can meet you anywhere central that’s convenient.

Can my host meet me at my accommodation?

Hotel meet-ups are available upon request in central areas. If you're staying outside the city, your host will recommend the best meeting spot and guide you with directions.