Toulouse is the capital of the Upper Garonne and the fourth largest city in France, making it one of those places that deserves at least a weekend getaway. Toulouse, like other French cities, is full of charm and of cultural places, museums and monuments or buildings to see. So we have created a small list with some of the things to see in Toulouse.
There are things that surprise from Toulouse, and it is known as the pink city because the vast majority of its buildings are made of brick. Today it retains a lot of charm in its old part but it has a lively atmosphere thanks to the fact that it is considered a university city, so we will see a lively city, both day and night.
The Place du Capitole
When we got to the Capitol Square we got to the heart of the city of Toulouse. It is reached through the alleys of the old area, to find a large square where the City Council is located. In this square the most important events of the city take place, and also from time to time you can find street markets with products of all kinds, something very entertaining for tourists. If we also want to make a stop in our visit, we can stop at some of the classic cafes in the square to enjoy the atmosphere of the city.
The Capitol or City Hall of Toulouse
The Capitol or the Town Hall is the most important building in the square. In it is the Town Hall headquarters from the city and the Capitol Theater. It is a building that was completed in the XNUMXth century and is beautiful both inside and out. Inside you can admire its rooms, decorated in a luxurious and classic style, and entry is free. Inside you can enjoy frescoes on the walls and ceilings, see the staircase and visit the Hall of the Illustrious and the Henri Martin room, with paintings by this artist.
The Rue du Taur
This is one of the most interesting and picturesque streets in the city. In it there are small shops and restaurants to enjoy your stay. There is a set of colored houses and the street leads directly to the Plaza del Capitolio.
Basilica of Saint-Sernin
In Toulouse there are many religious buildings to visit. The Romanesque basilica of Saint-Sernin It is consecrated to the martyr, its construction dates from the XNUMXth and XNUMXth centuries, being one of the largest Romanesque churches in the south of France. Inside you can enjoy a beautiful atmosphere in a simple building, such as the Romanesque style, with a beautiful XNUMXth century organ. You can enter for free, although you do have to pay admission to see the relics of San Saturnino.
Convent of the Jacobins
El convent of the Jacobins It is another of the important religious buildings in the city. This convent is simple on the outside and very beautiful on the inside, surprising all who enter it. It has a single nave with columns in the middle, which have colored arches to support the vaults. On the walls you can see the painting of the medieval period and the altar is in the center of the convent, and not at the end. It is undoubtedly a religious construction with peculiar characteristics.
Saint-Etienne Cathedral
The Saint-Etienne cathedral is also a place to visit, which is why this city has interesting religious buildings. The cathedral mixes Romanesque and Gothic styles, and also mixes brick and stone in its construction. Do not forget that red brick is part of many buildings in this city, because it is made from clay that is collected from the bottom of the Garonne River.
Gardens for a walk
The city of Toulouse is also a city in which there are many green areas. Highlights the nice Japanese Garden. This garden has an unmistakable Asian style, and it is very interesting to walk through it. There are other important gardens in the city, such as the Jardin du Grand Rond or the Jardin Pierre Goudouli. This is a way to take a break in the middle of visiting the city.
A bit of art
In this city there are also many museums that can be visited to learn more about the city and other topics. In the Saint Raymond Museum the history of the city is told and in the Museum of the Angustinos you can see paintings and sculptures from different periods. Les Abattoirs It is a museum of contemporary art and a place of exhibitions.
Space city
In Toulouse the aerospace industry, so you can visit the great theme park of the City of Space. A place where you can enjoy the two planetariums, projections and the whole theme of the industry that has allowed man to reach space.