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Culture of Toulouse. Places to visit - old town, temples, theaters, museums and palaces
You can begin the tour around unique sights of the city with a visit to the Basilica of St Sernin. Since its foundation to the present day it continues to be the world's largest Romanesque church; the building is striking with its outstanding architectural style. The basilica was founded in the 11th century; a huge amount of priceless religious artifacts is kept within its walls. An old building has retained many elements of the wilderness, which makes it look even more fascinating.
The most stylish city of France, this city is also known as a center of culture and recreation. The city is conventionally divided into Old and New Quarters. In the old part of this place … 
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There are over eight hundred different restaurants, cafes and bars in Toulouse; there are real gastronomic attractions among them. The luxury restaurant Michel SARRAN is known far beyond the … Open
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One of the most unusual architectural structures of Toulouse is the St Etienne Cathedral. Its construction has begun in the 11th century and lasted more than 600 years. Surprisingly, religious building was never completed. The city treasury hadn’t enough money to complete the construction. Now the old cathedral is a fascinating place storing collections of ancient tapestries. Among other interesting tourist sites Jacobins Church of the 13th century is worth mentioning. It is a unique structure built in one of the rarest and most complex architectural styles. Church hall has unique acoustics making it the permanent venue for concerts. 
City tours, excursions and tickets in Toulouse and surroundings
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What to visit during two-day excursion in Toulouse
Aerospatiale: Clement Ader Factory
Where: 10 Avenue Guynemer, Colomiers, 10 km from Toulouse., Toulouse; Telephone: +33 (0)561 15 44 00 to book tours;
Where: 10 Avenue Guynemer, Colomiers, 10 km from Toulouse., Toulouse; Telephone: +33 (0)561 15 44 00 to book tours;
Basilique St-Sernin
Where: 13 Saint-Sernin Place, Toulouse; Opening hours: 10am-6pm (Monday to Saturday) and 12:30pm-6pm (Sunday);
Where: 13 Saint-Sernin Place, Toulouse; Opening hours: 10am-6pm (Monday to Saturday) and 12:30pm-6pm (Sunday);
Eglise des Jacobins
Where: 69 rue Pargaminières, Toulouse; Telephone: +33 (0)5 61 22 21 92 / (0)5 61 22 39 52; Opening hours: daily, all year.;
Where: 69 rue Pargaminières, Toulouse; Telephone: +33 (0)5 61 22 21 92 / (0)5 61 22 39 52; Opening hours: daily, all year.;
Canal du Midi
Cimetière de Terre-Cabade
Opening hours: 8am–6pm;
Opening hours: 8am–6pm;
Cite de l’Espace
Where: Avenue Jean-Gonord, Toulouse; Telephone: +33 (0)5 62 71 64 80;
Where: Avenue Jean-Gonord, Toulouse; Telephone: +33 (0)5 62 71 64 80;
Reference information
Map of all art museums
Art galleries in Toulouse and around
♥ Art museum 'Fondation Bemberg' Toulouse, 0.4 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Art museum 'Musée des Augustins' Toulouse, 0.6 km from the center. On the map
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Map of all churches
Cathedrals and basilicas near Toulouse
♥ Cathédrale Saint-Étienne, Toulouse, 0.9 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Basilique Sainte Germaine de Pibrac, Pibrac, 12.8 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Ancienne cathédrale Saint-Alain, Lavaur, 32.4 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Ancienne cathédrale Sainte-Marie, Lombez, 45.1 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Cathédrale Notre-Dame-de-l’Assomption, Montauban, 46.2 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Cathédrale Saint-Antonin, Pamiers, 56.2 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Abbaye Saint-Papoul, Saint-Papoul, 56.7 km from the center. On the map
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Unique spots in Toulouse and near
Episcopal city of Albi
From the series “The Most Interesting UNESCO Sites in France”
Check on the map: Distance from Toulouse center - 61.6 km.
Saint-Salvi Church is located nearby. It was part of a large monastery once. Only a few fragments have survived from this monastery to the present day. They were built in the late 13th century. The church managed to completely preserve its original design. Unique works of art are stored there. The bishop's palace is also preserved in the city. The art museum is open in it today. It is dedicated to the work of the artist Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec – one of the most famous natives of Albi. The museum's collection has also been enriched with works by other famous French painters in recent years. …
Read further Distance from Toulouse center - 61.6 km.
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Photogallery of cultural heritage of Toulouse
Landmarks of culture on Toulouse map: art-galleries, monuments, palaces, etc
Culture guide to Toulouse. Which fascinating sights to visit once you are in Toulouse: temples, churches, museums, theaters and castles. Recommendations (with addresses, phone numbers and links) on the places 'must visit' in Toulouse. Plan your own city excursion by using this page info!
