Toulouse, the Pink City
Pink brick, Place du Capitole and the banks of the Garonne: a day in the city.
A major city of Occitanie, Toulouse owes its nickname of the Pink City to the brick of its façades. A day is enough to explore the historic centre: Place du Capitole, the shopping lanes, the Basilica of Saint-Sernin and the quays of the Garonne at sunset.
Planning your day trip
The Toulouse tourist office lists current tours, museums and events. Toulouse is outside the Aude: allow a full day trip from Carcassonne.
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Toulouse & other day trips
The Cité de l’espace
The space adventure park in Toulouse: Ariane 5 rocket, Mir space station, planetariums. A must for a family day out.
The Capitole and the banks of the Garonne
Toulouse’s main square and the walk along the river.
