About Toulouse
You will find religious monuments, museums, gardens, and more at Toulouse, or the vibrant ‘Pink City’ (La Ville Rose). The city boasts a rich history, the Canal du Midi, built in the late 17th century, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and it links Toulouse to the Mediterranean Sea. Toulouse is a unique city in France with must-visit sites and many other hidden gems.
Places to visit In Toulouse
- Basilica of Saint-Sernin: This Roman style church in Toulouse, France, was built in the 11th century. It is a major pilgrimage site, best known for its tower, with five octagonal levels and ornate arches. It is the church of the Abbey of Saint-Sernin, the first bishop of Toulouse. The church is particularly famous for its Romanesque sculptures, paintings, and other notable features. It is added to the list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
- Saint Raymond Museum: The museum is housed in the former 16th-century St. Raymond Hospital. The museum first opened in 1982, there are many Roman artefacts and an elevator inside the building. Visitors can get a glimpse of The Labours of Hercules, on the first floor, and must check out the necropolis in the basement, which is a well-lit space with ancient coffins and tomb steles.
- Notre-Dame de La Daurade: This ancient temple was dedicated to the Sun God, Apollo. It was later converted into a church and the current building dates to the 19th century. It was constructed in neoclassical style, and decorated with gold leaf. The church hosts regular concerts; you can take a stroll around the structure and enjoy its beauty. The church has been listed as a historic monument by the French Ministry of Culture.
- Capitole: This is one of the finest urban piazzas in Europe, bordered by 18th and 19th-century buildings, including the great facade of the Capitole. Tourists can take guided tours of the historic rooms here, and it houses City Hall and the city's main theatre, National Theatre of Toulouse. This is the heart of the historic city, and even though the original building has undergone several transformations, the ‘Archive Tower’ remains. The Capitole truly adds to the beauty of the entire city of Toulouse.
- Pont-Neuf: Pont-Neuf is the bridge across the River Garonne, built in the 16th-17th century. The arches of this bridge are asymmetrical, there is a water tower at its west where photography exhibitions are often hosted. It is the oldest bridge in Paris, and also one of the longest.
Toulouse Airport
Toulouse Airport or Toulouse Blagnac Airport (IATS: TLS) is located just outside Toulouse, partly in the area of Blagnac. This French airport is located around 7 km west-northwest of Toulouse city centre. It is a busy airport and an important gateway to this region. The airport is well-equipped for all passengers, and some of the facilities available here include restaurants, shops, a nursery, and lounges. The airport is served by public buses, tram, and taxi.