Top Midi-Pyrénées Art & Culture

See more of France with a day-trip from Toulouse to Albi and Cordes sur Ceil. Don’t worry about the hassles of driving, navigating, or translating, as you enjoy the itinerary prepared. Explore medieval villages, spend some time in the Toulouse Lautrec museum and visit the Sainte Cécile cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage listed sight.

At Toulouse Bike Tour by Le Petit Cyclo, we offer guided tours of Toulouse by bike, an ideal way to discover the pink city, its architecture, its history and the Toulouse way of life. All tours are done on our bikes, adapted and equipped with a comfortable saddle, in the company of our qualified professional guide.

See the pilgrim town of Lourdes more intimately, with your own private guide. Along with a tour of the town itself, this excursion also pays a visit to the Chateau Fort of Lourdes where a wealth of medieval history awaits. Hear the background story of Bernadette Soubrious and get cultural and historical insights, too, to take your visit to Lourdes to the next level. Note that any entry fees are extra.

Visiting the city of Toulouse has never been so pleasant. Discover more than 35 points of interest in the city of Toulouse aboard a 100% electric vehicle. We offer you an original and atypical visit, commented by audioguide. Enter the heart of the historic center of Toulouse by letting the Visiterama electric Tuk Tuk sneak silently everywhere to reveal all the charm of the city of Toulouse. Short stops for taking pictures are possible.

Take a walk through the history of Lourdes with a private guide. Cutting out the impersonal feel of a large tour group, this private tour offers a more intimate way to see the highlights of the pilgrim town. You'll explore at a pace that suits you best, focus on the history that interests you most, and see the sites linked to Bernadette Soubirous and her apparitions of the Virgin Mary.

If you’d like to know more about Toulouse, but loathe group tours, this app is the perfect solution: a mix of a tour, an escape game, and a treasure hunt, that works offline without an internet connection. Learn about the city’s history and the characters that shaped it as you follow clues from landmark to landmark, enjoying sights like Toulouse Cathedral, the Museum of Augustins, and the Hôtel d’Assézats palace.

Being drawn is a unique and rich experience. Naked, draped or even dressed, whatever you want! It's a moment for yourself. You just need to be comfortable with the idea of being drawn, the rest is done by itself. It is the model who chooses the pose (freely or following some advice), if it suits, we move on to the drawing. Several drawing options are available: choice of color (pencil, sangine, etc.) or size (50x65cm or smaller).

Visit Europe’s largest walled city, Carcassonne, on a full-day excursion from Toulouse. With a private guide, drive towards Carcassonne, stopping in the village of Castelnaudary to admire the Canal du Midi, a feat of modern-day civil engineering. Then, head to the medieval village for a guided tour of the walled city. Your day concludes with wine tasting at a small vineyard before heading back to Toulouse.

Explore the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Lourdes, one of the top pilgrimage and religious attractions in the world, on this walking tour with a guide. You'll learn about the history of the site and why it attracts 350,000 pilgrims each year as you check out features such as the grotto and baths.

A professional guide just for you and your tribe will tell you the story of the apparitions of the Virgin to the cave of Massabielle in 1858. An event that radically changed the destiny of this small mountain town. The visit will be adapted to your needs and therefore to children! your guide will describe the three basilicas built in the sanctuaries and, if you wish, we will dwell on the formidable history of the construction of Saint Pius X basilica, immense, atypical of which you will discover the magnificent gemstones. Finally, your guide will give you all the information concerning Lourdes water, swimming pools, candles, the Stations of the Cross, etc.

Discover the history and highlights of Toulouse on a private walking tour. Immerse yourself in the city’s enchanting streets as you stroll to iconic landmarks like Capitole Square, marvel at the spectacular Basilica of Saint-Sernin, and cross over the 16th-century Pont Neuf. Every step of the way, your knowledgeable guide will regale you with captivating stories and insights, making this an engaging and comprehensive sightseeing adventure.

Embark on a spiritual journey to the beautiful city of Lourdes in France, where history, spirituality, and natural beauty come together in a breathtaking display. This 3-day tour will take you to the heart of the famous Sanctuary of Our Lady of Lourdes, where you will have the opportunity to explore its magnificent Basilica of the Immaculate Conception, the revered Grotto of Massabielle, and the renowned Lourdes baths. Here, you will discover the significance of this holy site and its powerful impact on the millions of pilgrims who have visited throughout history. Whether you are a person of faith or simply in search of a meaningful and enriching experience, this tour offers a unique and captivating look into the history, culture, and devotion of Lourdes. Get ready to be moved by the stunning beauty and serenity of the city, as we journey together through one of the most revered pilgrimage sites in the world.

The pink-hued architecture and historic skyline of Toulouse provide a magical backdrop for photographs. With this private photoshoot, benefit from the expertise of a professional photographer as you pose for photos at scenic city sights. Visit the atmospheric Marche des Carmes and the beautiful Jardin des Plants, take a series of professional photos, then receive your edited HD photos within seven days.

Take a break from the bustling city streets of Toulouse and visit two of southern France’s most important landmarks. With a private guide, head to the Canal du Midi, a 17th-century canal that is considered to be a great accomplishment of civil engineering. Then, head to the medieval walled city of Carcassonne for a walk through its alleyways.

Discover “La Ville Rose” or “The Pink City” of Toulouse with its rose-hued architecture, picturesque riverfront, and lively neighborhoods. With this private walking tour, admire landmarks such as the Basilica of Saint Sernin, Hotel d'Assezat, and Place du Capitole, browse the stalls at Victor Hugo Market, and stroll down the shopping street of Rue Saint Rome. Customize your tour to focus more on history, taste regional foods, or explore little-known local sites.

From the south, starting pedaling along the canal du midi, this bike tour will then lead you through St Aubin and Matabiau neighbourhood before joining the Twin Bridge area, the very end of the canal du midi. Up north you will ride along the wild the Garonne river banks and around Sesquière lake for a peaceful moment. The river will lead you back in the city center to wander around the former St Pierre harbour and la Daurade harbour, not to forget the magnificent Pont neuf (new bridge) and the enjoyable atmosphere along the quay. Water is the guiding thread of this tour, you will discover all the water circulation through the city’s network and how canals works with each other.

It's easy to fall in love with Toulouse when you do a private walking tour. Learn about the history and culture of the city. You get to share intimate conversations with a guide who will be able to show you hidden gems, while still giving you plenty of privacy. Visit Basilique of Saint Sernin and Basilica of Saint-Nazaire, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Explore Church of Les Jacobins is an 11th-century cathedral with Romanesque architecture. The church's history goes back to the 10th century, when the Benedictine Abbey of Saint-Jacques was founded by Dukes of Aquitaine. Originally a Benedictine abbey, it became a cathedral in 1543. Enjoy Place de la Trinite, standing at the center of this busy square you can enjoy a panoramic view of Toulouse. The statue at Place de la Trinite was erected to honor Blaise Pascal, a 17th century philosopher who invented a calculating machine and made important contributions to mathematics and physics.

Toulouse, a gorgeous ancient city founded by the Romans, has a remarkably preserved old city centre. This self guided audio tour takes you to some of the ancient university buildings, as well as to the World Unesco Heritage church of St Sernin.Never destroyed by war, many medieval and Renaissance buildings still stand as do the picturesque twisting streets. Toulouse was a major stop on the pilgrimage route to Compostelle in the early Middle Ages and became a huge centre of learning at that time too. Then we go down to the river through the medieval quarter and spend time at the river and at a Renaissance palace. Toulouse also has an enormous amount of original and beautiful 19th-century architecture. We go to the Garonne River to find out where the Romans started it all, and to see the Renaissance bridge called the Pont Neuf.

Learn more about the top 12 tourist attractions in Toulouse. Its history, culture, myths, architecture, and other important facts are in this audio commentary. The top 10 advantages for those who prefer flexibility on their tour. 1. Safe - Not required to download, with just a click of secure access links it can be listened to online on any device. 2. Save - The lowest price in the city. 3. Stories - No imagination stories, only verified information. 4. Schedule - Listen at your own convenience of time, pace, and location, 5. Select - Preferred languages and attractions. 6. Self-control: No need to be behind someone's instructions in always. 7. Share - with co-travelers in just a click. 8. Soft - Selective crafted words that make you listen again. 9. Simple - Use our personally created itinerary which starts from the city's central station and then gradually moves one by one. 10. Smart - In all aspects

Discover the mid-Pyrenees region, just north of Toulouse on this full-day tour to St. Cirq Lapopie and the Pech Merle Cavern. With a private guide, see incredible prehistoric paintings from over 26,000 years ago in the Pech Merle Cavern. Then, visit the medieval village of Saint-Cirq Lapopie which overlooks the Lot River for a little stroll.

Get to know the city through the eyes of a passionate local. With no set itinerary, you can customize the tour or leave it up to the local for an insightful introduction to the city. Make travel about the people you meet not just the places you see.

Discover Toulouse through a private half-day walking tour that takes in some of the city’s top historical sites. Wander around the Place du Capitole, stroll along the Garonne River, browse the Marche des Carmes market, and visit landmarks such as the Basilica of Saint-Sermin, Church of Les Jacobins, and Hotel d’Assezat, while learning about the city’s history and culture from your guide.

Visit two of the prettiest old cities in the Toulouse area with this private tour. You'll start in Albi, a UNESCO World Heritage Site celebrated for its Southern Gothic cathedral. After lunch, you'll continue to Cordes sur Ciel, which features a resplendent mix of medieval battlements and 18th-century mansions, before returning to Toulouse.