Toulouse, France

Toulouse

The 'pink city' of brick buildings along the Garonne.

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Things to do

2 days in Toulouse

Day 1

  1. MorningVisit the Capitole square and the brick Basilica of Saint-Sernin, a stop on the Camino.
  2. AfternoonVisit the Cité de l'Espace space museum, or the peaceful cloister of the Jacobins convent.
  3. EveningJoin the locals on the riverbanks of the Garonne at the Prairie des Filtres at sunset.

Day 2

Day-trip to Albi or Carcassonne, each about an hour away.

What to eat

Cassoulet, Toulouse sausage and violet sweets.

Local tips

Make the most of Toulouse

Beat the crowds

Place du Capitole is lively all day. Visit the Saint-Sernin basilica in the morning.

Best photo spot

The pink brick buildings along the Garonne at sunset, from the Pont Neuf or the quays.

Getting there

A shuttle bus and tram run from the airport. The metro is fast and the centre is walkable.

Don't miss nearby

Albi, with a huge red-brick cathedral, about an hour away by train.

Good to know

Toulouse is called the Pink City because of its brick. Try cassoulet, the hearty local bean stew.

Secret spots

2 secret spots near Toulouse

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Plan your visit

Getting to Toulouse

Getting there

The centre is best explored on foot. Distances are in a straight line.

At a glance

Best timeAll year
TypeCity
Good forOld towns & architecture, Food
Getting thereCar or public transport
Stay1 night
CountryFrance

Questions

Toulouse: good to know

Is Toulouse worth visiting?

Yes, especially if you like historic old towns and food. The 'pink city' of brick buildings along the Garonne.

How many days do you need in Toulouse?

Plan 1 night. Our free 2-day plan above shows how to spend your time.

When is the best time to visit Toulouse?

You can visit all year. Place du Capitole is lively all day. Visit the Saint-Sernin basilica in the morning.

How do you get to Toulouse?

The nearest airport is Toulouse-Blagnac Airport (TLS), about 7 km away. A shuttle bus and tram run from the airport. The metro is fast and the centre is walkable.

What is there to see near Toulouse?

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