• Place de la Comedie - Astrologer, alchemist, apothecary, and advisor to royalty! The name Nostradamus has resonated through history. Imagine if he were present to reveal the hidden wonders of Montpellier. He would know, having studied at its historically esteemed school of medicine, from which he was expelled for reasons still shrouded in mystery. Setting aside his stills and beakers, his athanor, and other alchemical tools, this figure is here to guide you through his old haunts in Montpellier’s historic center.
• Montpellier - He will introduce you to the thirteenth-century Jewish mikveh, or ritual bath for women, and teach you the basics of the “language of birds,” a method alchemists used to communicate their secrets, named for a language that can neither be written nor read, only heard to grasp its meaning. Then, proceed to the Church of St. Roch, protector against plagues, born in this city renowned for its medical school since the High Middle Ages. You will discover the inner workings and disputes of the apothecaries, who with their potions could extend a life as easily as end it discreetly.
• Jardin Des Plantes De Montpellier - From the Pine Tower, he will predict the city’s fall while teaching you divination, astrology, and alchemy. Although this study sought the elixir of long life, it more readily uncovered potent poisons. Naturally, your guide will then lead you to the world’s first university botanical garden, explaining why it is strictly forbidden to grow flowers there.
• Rue de l’École de Médecine - This mystical journey concludes at the renowned School of Medicine. Colorful figures straight from history books (the writer François Rabelais, the alchemist professor Arnaud de Villeneuve, confidant of kings and popes, or François Boissier de Sauvages, doctor of love) await you there, but not before the Magus himself shares recipes for a few of his electuaries and tinctures to remedy your daily ailments. He might even reveal why he was expelled!

• Decode the mystical “language of birds” and uncover Montpellier’s esoteric history.
• Enjoy an immersive 1.5 hour guided tour led by a professional actor-guide.
• Unlock secrets of alchemy, astrology, and potions with the legendary Nostradamus as your guide.
• Discover why Nostradamus was expelled—and what he still has to reveal centuries later.
• Wander through hidden gems like the 13th-century mikveh and world’s first botanical garden.

• Hotel pick up/drop off
• Gratuities (optional)

Embark on a mystical adventure into the world of Nostradamus as you journey through the historic heart of Montpellier. Guided by the legendary seer himself, discover hidden gems such as the 13th-century Jewish mikveh, the Church of St. Roch, and the world’s first university botanical garden. Delve into the mysteries of alchemy, astrology, and divination while exploring the city’s famous medical school and its fascinating history. Encounter legendary figures, interpret the “language of birds,” and learn about potions that could either heal or harm. By the end of the tour, Nostradamus might even share the reason behind his expulsion from medical school!

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