UNESCO Heritage Old Toulouse: Self-Guided Walking Tour

Stand before Hôtel-Dieu Saint-Jacques, a rose-brick marvel that once healed weary pilgrims on the Santiago trail — a UNESCO gem blending care, history, and timeless Toulouse charm.

Pont Neuf: Toulouse’s oldest bridge with a cheeky name! Built in the 1600s, it’s a masterpiece of engineering and charm — with the Garonne’s gentle flow whispering stories below

Pont Neuf views are peak Toulouse: pink bricks, plane trees, Parisian lamps, and the majestic Hôtel-Dieu dome—like stepping into a dreamy summer postcard where old and new blend perfectly.

Woad made him rich, and Pierre d'Assézat built a pink-brick Renaissance palace to show it off—don’t miss the stunning spiral staircase in the courtyard, a true Toulouse gem!

Step into a 14th-century monastery turned museum, home to stunning Romanesque capitals—stone carvings of mythical beasts and sacred tales. It’s like a medieval comic book in 3D!

A cheeky fountain with a red marble obelisk, mischievous bronze boys, and scary mascaron masks—Toulouse’s quirkiest way to scare spirits and keep things family-friendly since 1649!

Tribute to Cardinal Saliège, the WWII hero who boldly denounced Nazi persecution and stood up for humanity when silence was the norm. A powerful reminder of courage in dark times.

Saint-Étienne Cathedral: a stunning blend of styles, built over centuries, earning it the nickname “two cathedrals in one.” A true testament to Toulouse’s evolving history.

This war memorial honors Haute-Garonne’s fallen heroes, especially from WWI. Its solemn statues of soldiers and sorrow capture stories of bravery, sacrifice, and enduring remembrance.

This charming fountain, worn smooth by time, tells Toulouse’s story through its mossy stone, elegant design, and the gentle sound of water echoing in the heart of a lively square.

Take in the stunning view! This towering pink-brick beauty perfectly captures why Toulouse is called the "Pink City" — warm, historic, and glowing in the southern French sun.

Discover the hidden charm of Fontaine des Puits-Clos—18th-century altar columns reborn in 1984, turning a blank wall into a slice of Toulouse’s recycled history and quiet beauty.

Step into Hôtel Dumay for a true time-travel trip! The Old Toulouse Museum preserves the city’s rich past—from medieval days to modern times—thanks to passionate locals and one devoted doctor.

walking through centuries of Toulouse’s bustling commercial life. This street has always been alive — from the Middle Ages to today, it's been the place where people come to trade, stroll, and soak in the city’s energy.

Feel the buzz at Capitol Square — Toulouse’s grand stage for life, art, and history, where locals gather and culture comes alive on centuries-old stones.

The Capitole is Toulouse’s historic heart — home to City Hall, a world-class opera house, and centuries of drama, politics, and culture under one iconic pink-brick roof.

Step into the dazzling Salle des Illustres — a grand hall of murals, frescoes, and ornate ceilings that tell Toulouse’s epic story in brushstrokes and splendor. A true masterpiece in motion.

Donjon du Capitole: a medieval tower meets modern Toulouse. Feel the past in its bricks and the city’s pulse in the vibrant square named after Charles de Gaulle.

Alright, let’s turn right off the bustling Place du Capitole and step into something a little more  legendary.

Stand where Saint Saturnin fell—site of martyrdom turned majestic Gothic church, evolving from a 3rd-century chapel to a 14th-century architectural marvel.

UNESCO’s City of Music, Toulouse pulses with rhythm—where jazz, opera, and street sounds blend. Some say you're born with rhythm here... and after a visit, you'll believe it too

One of Europe's finest Romanesque wonders, this pink-brick giant glows at sunset and feels almost otherworldly — a true Toulouse icon that stuns with its size and serenity.

Built to welcome pilgrims from across Europe, this is the largest surviving Romanesque basilica — a stunning UNESCO site that still inspires awe with its scale and sacred legacy.

Built in 1523, this pink-brick Renaissance gem once housed underprivileged students. Today, it stands proudly as a rare surviving piece of 16th-century university architecture.

With roots dating back to 1229, Toulouse is one of Europe’s oldest university towns — now buzzing with over 100,000 students and aerospace brilliance in every corner!

Escape the city buzz and unwind at the tranquil Japanese Garden, a hidden oasis inside Jardin Compans-Caffarelli — where Toulouse meets Zen serenity!

Discover peace in the Pierre-Baudis Japanese Garden — a Zen haven in Toulouse, blending nature, art, and calm. A “Jardin Remarquable” you won't want to miss!

Let’s hit pause on the hustle and take a deep breath — because right now, you’re standing at one of the most peaceful and surprisingly brilliant places in all of Toulouse: the Canal du Midi.

Walk through history below, soar into the future above — Toulouse is France’s aerospace capital and a European hub of innovation, where pink bricks meet cutting-edge flight tech!