Hôtel Saint-Côme is an 18th-century building in the centre of Montpellier, in the Occitania region of southern France. It stands on Grand-Rue Jean Moulin, at number 32, within easy walking distance of the old town's streets.
A building with a medical past
The hôtel was built in 1757 as an anatomy amphitheatre for the city's medical faculty. That origin is still part of its story: the building was made for teaching, and it was among the places where Montpellier's medical school carried on its work. Visitors interested in the history of medicine in the city will find the connection worth knowing before they arrive.
Classical architecture
The building is admired for its elegant classical style, which reflects the taste of its period. Its proportions and façade make it one of the notable 18th-century buildings in the historic heart of the city, and it is a pleasant place to look at closely as you pass through.
What it is today
Hôtel Saint-Côme now houses the headquarters of the Montpellier Chamber of Commerce and Industry. Because it is a working office building, it is best seen from the street and its surroundings rather than treated as a place to tour inside.
Planning a visit
- Address: 32 Grand-Rue Jean Moulin, 34000 Montpellier
- Best suited to a short stop while exploring the historic centre
- Combine it with a walk through the surrounding old streets of the city