Pharmacie de la Misericorde

Overview

Pharmacie de la Misericorde is a historic pharmacy museum located in the heart of Montpellier, showcasing the evolution of pharmacy and medicine over the centuries. It is housed in a beautifully preserved 18th-century building.

It is one of the oldest pharmacies in France and offers a unique insight into the history of medicine.

Historical Educational

Location

Address

2 Rue de la Monnaie, Montpellier, Occitania

Neighborhood: Centre Historique

Coordinates

43.610900, 3.877200

Visiting Information

Opening Hours

monday 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

tuesday 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

wednesday 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

thursday 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

friday 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM

saturday 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM

sunday 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Admission

Adults

€10

Children

€5

Best Time to Visit

Overall Best Period

March-May, October

Best Time of Day

Early morning

fewer crowds

Duration Recommendations

Minimum

1 hour

Recommended

2 hours

Full Experience

3 hours

Seasonal Highlights

spring

mild

• historical exhibitions

summer

hot

• extended hours

autumn

cool

• historical reenactments

winter

cold

• holiday decorations

Know Before You Go

Essential Information

Book ahead
Bring ID
Check weather

What to Bring

essential

ID water tickets

seasonal

jacket umbrella

not allowed

large bags drones

Health & Safety

Physical Requirements: none

• stairs

Medical facilities: first aid available

Payment Information

Accepted

cash, cards

Currency

EUR

Typical Costs

entry €10

parking €5

food €15

souvenirs €10

Dress Code

casual, comfortable shoes, walking shoes, inappropriate clothing

Booking Tips

• 2 weeks
• official website
• 48 hours
• available

Amenities

Restrooms

Gift shop

Atm

Wifi

Lockers

Wheelchair rental

Stroller rental

On site restaurant

Cafe

Picnic areas

Outside food allowed

Digital Services

Mobile App

Pharmacie de la Misericorde App

Size: 30 MB

Features: Map, Audio guide, Tickets

Platforms: iOS, Android

WiFi Zones: Visitor center, Cafe

Charging Stations: Rest areas

How to Reach

From Airport

Nearest: Montpellier-Méditerranée Airport

Distance: 10 km

Travel Time: 20 minutes

taxi

€30 20 min

public_transport

€5 30 min

From City Center

Distance: 1 km

metro

€1.60 10 min

bus

€1.60 15 min

taxi

€10 5 min

Local Insights

Cultural Context

Why Locals Love It: Historic importance

Historical Significance: Important events happened here

Insider Tips

Free entry early morning
Best food at back entrance

Local Recommendations

• Try local cafe
• Ask for guide John

Language Help

Useful Phrases

hello Bonjour

thank_you Merci

where_is Où est

how_much Combien

beautiful Beau

ticket Billet

Guide Languages: English, Spanish, French

Photography Guide

Best Photo Spots

Main entrance

Best Time: Golden hour

Tips: Low angle

Result: Great shot

#history #medicine #Montpellier

Photography Rules

allowed areas outdoor areas, main hall

prohibited areas exhibitions

flash photography allowed in outdoor areas

commercial photography permit needed

drone policy prohibited

tripod policy restricted

selfie sticks allowed

Nearby Attractions

Montpellier Cathedral

Distance: 300m

Walking: 5 min

Type: Cathedral

Place de la Comédie

Distance: 400m

Walking: 6 min

Type: Square

Reviews

4.5

Based on 1,000 reviews

Recent Visitor Tips

"Book online"
"Visit early"
"Great views"

Contact Information

+33 4 67 60 13 76

contact@pharmacie-misericorde.com

www.pharmacie-misericorde.com

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