What to see recommended by the local guides of Free Tour Toulouse, who live in the city and run free walking tours every week.
A must-visit museum for aviation and aeronautical history enthusiasts. It houses an impressive collection of historic aircraft, including iconic models such as the Concorde, A400M and Super Guppy.
How to get there
By public transport, it’s 1 hour from Capitole: Metro → Arènes → Tram → Aéroconstellation.
TIP: All transfers are included in the ticket price (€1.80).
20 minutes by car.
Price
€16 standard admission.
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A theme park and museum dedicated to space and space exploration, one of the most visited attractions in Toulouse. It offers visitors the chance to see replicas of rockets, space stations and satellites, as well as interactive exhibitions, simulators and activities for all ages. A highly recommended visit for families as well as science and astronomy enthusiasts.
Opening hours
Open every day with opening times varying by season, generally from 10.00 to 18.00 or 19.00.
Prices
General admission around €29 per person.
How to get there
Take the L8 bus from Jean-Jaurès to Sicard Alaman (approx. 48 minutes).
By car: about 20 minutes from the city centre.
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A historic monument situated behind the Capitole in Toulouse, right in the city centre. It is a 16th-century tower originally built to house the city’s archives and gunpowder, and today serves as the tourist information centre. It is one of the oldest surviving buildings in the Capitole complex.
Opening hours
Access varies depending on activities and the season, as the building forms part of the Capitole complex and is not always open for independent visits.
Price range
Free admission (when open to the public).
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First time in Toulouse? Start with a free walking tour of the historic centre with a local guide.
See dates & bookA Japanese garden situated in the Compans-Caffarelli neighbourhood, considered one of the most peaceful and beautiful green spaces in Toulouse. Inspired by traditional Kyoto gardens, it features a red bridge, a pond, a tea house and bamboo groves that create a very relaxing atmosphere. Perfect for a stroll, a rest or to switch off from the hustle and bustle of the city.
Opening hours
Open every day, with opening hours varying depending on the time of year, generally from morning until dusk.
Price range
Free entry.
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One of Toulouse’s most iconic museums, a former 14th-century Augustinian convent.
It houses a significant collection of sculptures and paintings spanning from the Middle Ages to the early 20th century. (My favourite part is the carved capitals.)
Opening hours
Open Tuesday to Sunday from 10.00 to 18.00. Closed on Mondays.
Price range
General admission €5 (although they’re gradually increasing the price).
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La Halle de la Machine is a unique cultural venue in Toulouse dedicated to the large-scale stage machines created by the theatre company La Machine. It is a sort of ‘stable’ for giant mechanical creatures such as the Minotaur or the Spider, where you can see them in action and discover their world, which blends theatre, engineering and performance.
It’s worth checking the website to see when performances are taking place, as during these shows you can climb onto the machines and take a ride on them.
Opening hours
Generally open Tuesday to Sunday from 10.00 to 18.00 or 19.00, depending on the season.
Price range
Approximately €12 to €20 per person, depending on the type of visit.
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First time in Toulouse? Start with a free walking tour of the historic centre with a local guide.
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