It is called the “Pink City”, i.e. Ville Rose because many of its buildings have pink-tinted bricks. The architecture of its buildings is fantastic and its colorful streets create a fantastic combination that you will love. The intense night life, its liveliness on a daily basis, the ancient center, the thousands of events it holds every year, the 160 parks and the wonderful Garonne river will make you adore and love a city that will pleasantly surprise you from the first moment you walk it.
Currency: Euro
Calling Code: +33
Nearest airports from city center: Toulouse Airport (9km), Carcassonne Airport (91km), Tarbes -Lourdes Airport (165km), Pau Airport (206km), Montpellier Airport (246km).
TOP – 10 SIGHTSEEING
*** PLACE DU CAPITOLE
It is the place from which we would recommend you to start your walks. It is located in the “heart” of the city.
*** GALERIE LE CHATEAU D’ EAU (1 Pl. Laganne, 31300 Toulouse)
It is a magnificent tower that dates back to the 19th century and has been classified as one of the most historical monuments of the city.
*** BASILIQUE SAINT-SERNIN DE TOULOUSE (Basilica of St. Sernin, 7 Pl. Saint-Sernin, 31000 Toulouse)
A wonderful temple of Romanesque art reflects the thousand-year history of the city’s Christian faith. Constructed about 1080 and 1120.
*** JARDIN JAPONAIS PIERRE BAUDIS (Jardin Compans Caffarelli, Bd Lascrosses, 31000 Toulouse)
If you want to feel like you’re in Japan, then you’ve come to the right place! The beauty of the Japanese garden will impress you. See Crane Island, Turtle Island, Nine Rocks, Tea Pavilion, Dry Waterfall, Red Bridge and many more that will delight you.
*** AUGUSTINIAN MUSEUM (21 Rue de Metz, 31000 Toulouse)
It was opened at the end of the 18th century and is a museum of fine arts. See the vast collection of sculptures and paintings from the Middle Ages to the early 20th century.
*** PONT NEUF (Pont Neuf, 31400 Toulouse)
It was built between the 16th and 17th centuries and is one of the most photographed and most famous spots in the city.
*** TOULOUSE CATHEDRAL (Pl. Saint-Étienne, 31000 Toulouse)
It is one of the most beautiful cathedrals in France and its history dates back to the 5th century. Since 1862 it has been considered one of the most historical monuments of the country.
*** MUSEUM OF TOULOUSE (35 All. Jules Guesde, 31000 Toulouse)
Visit the museum of natural history and ethnology which is the second largest after the corresponding museum in Paris. View over 2.5 million exhibits!
*** SPACE CITY (Av. Jean Gonord, 31500 Toulouse)
If you like the discovery of space, then you should definitely visit this particular place which was opened in 1997 and has been visited by millions of visitors.
*** LES ABATTOIRS ( 76 All. Charles de Fitte, 31300 Toulouse)
It is a museum that deals with the artworks of international and local artists. You can find nearly 4,000 exhibits of modern and contemporary art.
ΤΗINGS TO DO
*** If you like spectacles then we would recommend booking a ticket for a performance at the Théâtre du Capitole.
*** Basilique Notre Dame la Daurade is a church that will impress you.
*** Georges Bemberg’s Foundation — Hotel of Assézat has important art galleries.
*** See Airbus facilities to watch aircraft being built up close.
*** Georges Labit Museum is also a good choice if you have time on your hands.
*** Musée Saint-Raymond and Halle de la Machine are two museums of great interest.
*** L’Envol des pionniers is a good choice if you like the history of airplanes.
FOOD AND DRINK
Welcome to the city of Michelin-starred chefs! Try local delicacies such as local sausages, pork with cassoulet beans and foie gras made from goose liver, poulet à la toulousaine, garbure, l’alicuit de canard and bougnette. Of course you will also find many other traditional French delicacies, as well as many restaurants with cuisines from all over the world. Accompany your food with the traditional wine of the city and you will have an excellent lunch or dinner. For dessert, we would recommend you to try tarts.
WHERE TO STAY
You can find several accommodations and hotels both in the city center and a little outside the center. We would recommend that you book a hotel as close to the center as possible.
FUN AND SHOPPING
*** Center Commercial Espace Saint Georges is one of the most popular shopping centers.
*** Walk down Historic Rue Saint Rome for your shopping.
*** Rue d’Alsace-Lorraine is also another important street for your shopping.
*** Rue des Arts you can find many shops for all tastes.
*** If you want to see one of the nicest food markets, then visit Victor Hugo Market.
HOW TO GET AROUND
The most beautiful way to get around the city is on foot, by bus or by metro.
CITIES NEAR TOULOUSE
Major cities close to Toulouse are Montpellier (243km), Bordeaux (244km), Barcelona (254km), Terassa (280km), Nimes (291km).
