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  1. 1

    Grand main square fronted by the neoclassical city hall.

    • Tip: Sunset
    3 tips
    • Look up at the ceiling paintings inside the Capitole
    • Markets and events happen regularly
    • Stunning at sunset in pink brick light
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    Largest Romanesque church in Europe and a UNESCO site.

    3 tips
    • Visit the crypt for a small fee
    • Free to enter the nave
    • Stop by the Musée Saint-Raymond next door
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    Gothic convent with the famous palm-tree vault.

    3 tips
    • Cloister is calm and photogenic
    • Small entry fee for the cloister
    • Look for Thomas Aquinas relics
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    Oldest bridge in the city, spanning the Garonne in brick.

    • Tip: Sunset
    3 tips
    • Best view of the Garonne at sunset
    • Walk it toward Saint-Cyprien
    • Free to cross any time
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    Space-themed park with rockets, planetarium and exhibits.

    • Tip: Book ahead
    • Tip: Allow a few hours
    1 tip
    • Take bus line 37 from Jolimont
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    Fine arts museum in a former Augustinian convent.

    • Must know: Closed Tuesdays
    2 tips
    • Gargoyle garden is a highlight
    • Free first Sunday of the month
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    Unusual cathedral combining two architectural styles.

    3 tips
    • Free entry
    • Notice the off-centre nave
    • Quiet gardens behind
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    UNESCO-listed canal with tree-lined towpaths.

    3 tips
    • Rent a bike to ride the towpath
    • Stroll near Port Saint-Sauveur
    • Lovely in autumn colours
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  9. 9

    Renaissance mansion housing the Bemberg art collection.

    • Must know: Closed Mondays
    2 tips
    • Beautiful courtyard
    • Combine with a visit to the Capitole
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    Modern and contemporary art museum in a former slaughterhouse.

    • Must know: Closed Mondays
    2 tips
    • Cross the Pont Neuf to reach it
    • Frequent temporary exhibitions
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Before you go: Toulouse tips

Transportation

  • Ride the Tisseo metro: Toulouse's two metro lines and trams are run by Tisseo; buy tickets or use the app before boarding.
  • Take the airport shuttle or tram: The tram line T2 and the airport shuttle link Blagnac Airport with the city.
  • Use VelOToulouse: The bike-share scheme is handy for cycling along the Garonne and Canal du Midi.

Security

  • Watch belongings in crowds: Keep an eye on bags at Capitole square and busy markets.
  • Stay aware at night: Some areas near the train station can be rougher late at night; take a taxi.
  • Mind cyclists: Bike lanes are busy; check before stepping into them.

Saving

  • Visit museums on free days: Many city museums offer free entry on the first Sunday of the month.
  • Eat the plat du jour: Lunchtime set menus give good value at bistros.
  • Picnic by the river: Grab food from Marche Victor Hugo and picnic along the Garonne.

Weather/Clothing

  • Pack for hot summers: Summers can be very hot; bring light clothes and a hat.
  • Expect mild winters: Winters are cool and sometimes rainy; bring a jacket.
  • Watch the autan wind: A strong south-easterly wind called the autan can blow for days; bring a windbreaker.

Cultural

  • Try cassoulet: The hearty bean and meat stew is a regional classic.
  • Learn about aerospace: Toulouse is a hub for aviation; visit the Cite de l'Espace or Aeroscopia.
  • Enjoy rugby culture: Stade Toulousain is a big part of local pride.

Local Hacks

  • Watch sunset at the Garonne: The quays near Pont Neuf are a favourite local hangout at dusk.
  • Eat at Victor Hugo market upstairs: Restaurants above the market serve fresh lunches.
  • See the pink city light: Brick buildings glow pink at sunset, giving Toulouse its nickname La Ville Rose.

1-day itineraries in Toulouse

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Day 1 of 2

Cathédrale Saint-Étienne and around

🕘 9:30–17:00📍 5 stops

  1. 1Cathédrale Saint-Étienne
  2. 2Musée des Augustins
  3. 3Hôtel d'Assézat et Fondation Bemberg
  4. 4Place du Capitole
  5. 5Couvent des Jacobins
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Day 2 of 2

Canal du Midi and around

🕘 9:30–12:45📍 3 stops

  1. 1Place Wilson
  2. 2Canal du Midi
  3. 3Musée Georges-Labit
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