Tour in French Embark on a journey through more than 800 years of history and relive the great story of the Babote Tower. Originally a medieval defensive tower, the building became an astronomical observatory in the 18th century, then a site for innovative experiments involving the parachute and the Chappe telegraph. Today, it is the headquarters of the Société Astronomique de Montpellier. From the first floor, and with the help of numerous archival images, you will discover the tower's major role in the city's urban and scientific development. An unmissable journey between Earth and the stars. Tours every hour INFORMATION - Please arrive at Square de la Babote 10 minutes before departure. Tram lines 3 and 4, Observatoire stop. Please present this exchange voucher, as it will be requested before the tour begins. - Free admission: children under 6 accompanied by a parent, certified guides with a professional card, and City Card holders. - Each adult may be accompanied by a maximum of 1 or 2 children under 6. - Small and large dogs are not permitted on the tour, except guide dogs. TOP TIP: Booking a guided tour gives you a 10% discount on all products in the Office de Tourisme shop (excluding TAM tickets) upon presentation of your voucher.
Event from the official Montpellier calendar; venue: Office de Tourisme Montpellier; address: Square de la Babote, 34000, Montpellier.
Source: Agenda Montpellier