Port Marianne is a modern zone on the eastern side of the River Lez that has been home to the city hall since 2011. In the following years, two tramlines extended to this neighborhood, linking the rest of the city to its contemporary architecture and modern entertainment venues. Bring your whole family on a visit to Port Marianne to enjoy the activities and events of this flourishing area.
Inspect the impressive sculptures dotted around the scenic Parc Georges Charpak. Bring food and drink for a picnic in the shade of a tree or rest on the eastern bank of the River Lez. Spot the large glassy building of Montpellier Town Hall just across the water.
A little east stands the vast Odysseum Shopping Centre, with a mix of upscale and affordable brands. Savor sweet macarons of all flavors in the patisseries and try the latest in fashion from the south of France.
In the open-air part of the mall, find a range of entertainment venues for the whole family. Watch a movie in the Gaumont Montpellier Multiplexe and peruse the furniture in IKEA. Bring the little ones to the Vegapolis Ice Rink, which has an ice slide and an ice tunnel. Enjoy the light and sound show and head to Planet Ocean World. Here, you can play with interactive exhibits and learn about the strangest and most impressive aquatic life in the world. Try the 3-D ocean simulator rides.
Travel to the Gare St. Roch, Montpellier’s main rail station, and walk east for about 20 to 30 minutes to reach Port Marianne. You can also ride a bus or take a tram to the Port Marianne. Visit some of the surrounding quarters, including La Lironde, St. Roch and Millénaire–Grammont. Port Marianne is an entertainment hub for people of all ages.
