Toulouse
France · Occitanie · 146 m
Description
Toulouse is a vibrant metropolis in southwestern France, known as “La Ville Rose” for its distinctive pink-brick architecture. Situated on the Garonne River, the city is shaped by historic landmarks such as the Capitole and the Romanesque Basilica of Saint-Sernin, picturesque squares, the Canal du Midi, and a lively student and rugby culture. Toulouse combines the relaxed lifestyle and rich culinary traditions of southern France with modern science and an internationally renowned aerospace industry. This historic city is one of southern France’s most important economic, cultural, and scientific centers.
Length of stay
Recommended length of stay: 1 to 3 days (optimal 2 days)
Travel season
Best time to visit: May – June
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Highlights
- Capitole de Toulouse and Place du Capitole
- Basilica of Saint-Sernin
- Toulouse Old Town and Pink-Brick Architecture
- Carcassonne(Day trip)
- Jacobins Convent
- Garonne Riverbanks and Pont Neuf
- Canal du Midi
- Canal du Midi Boat Trip
- Cité de l'Espace
- Halle de La Machine and Minotaur
- Airbus and Aeroscopia
- Saint-Étienne Cathedral
- Notre-Dame de la Daurade Basilica
- Hôtel d'Assézat
- Fondation Bemberg
- Musée des Augustins
- Muséum de Toulouse
- Jardin des Plantes
- Jardin Japonais Pierre-Baudis
- Prairie des Filtres
- Quai de la Daurade
- Saint-Cyprien Quarter
- Les Abattoirs
- Marché Victor Hugo
- Cassoulet and Southwestern French Cuisine
- Toulouse Violet Specialties
- Albi Episcopal City(Day trip)
Getting there
- Airports:
- TLS
- Train stations:
- Toulouse-Matabiau, Toulouse-Saint-Agne, Toulouse-Montaudran