Things to do in  Midi-Pyrénées

Top 15 attractions in Midi-Pyrénées

St. Sernin Basilica (Basilique Saint-Sernin)

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In the heart of Toulouse, Saint-Sernin Basilica is an outstanding building, notable for being the largest Romanesque structure in Europe. For centuries it has welcomed pilgrims walking along the Camino de Santiago, or Way of Saint James.More

Toulouse Cathedral (Cathedrale St-Etienne)

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Toulouse Cathedral, or Cathedrale St-Etienne, is a cathedral with a unique design that merges two different structures. With its mixture of architectural styles and lopsided appearance, it presents quite a change from the classic imposing grandeur of French cathedrals.More

Museum of Augustins (Musée des Augustins)

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The Museum of Augustins, or Musée des Beaux-Arts de Toulouse, is one of the oldest museums in France and holds a large collection of both classic and modern art. Its Gothic interior and 14th-century cloisters form a marvelous backdrop for artworks by French masters and other well-known European artists.More

Place du Capitole

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Place du Capitole is the main square in Toulouse and home to the impressive Capitole building, a neoclassical masterpiece that serves as the city hall. The square is a huge pedestrianized open space in the heart of Toulouse, with lots of people-watching at sidewalk cafés.More

Carcassonne Castle (Cité de Carcassonne)

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As the former seat of the Counts of Carcassonne, Carcassonne Citadel (Cité de Carcassonne) is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of France’s most visited historic landmarks. Perched on a hilltop above the River Aude, the walled citadel is crowned by the Château Comtal.More

Albi

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Albi is a beautiful town roughly 30 miles (50 kilometers) from Toulouse, with a history linked to the Crusades against the Cathar heretics. Listed as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, the town is home to Albi Cathedral (Basilique Cathédrale Sainte-Cécile d’Albi), a unique, imposing church, and the Palais de la Berbie, which displays the works of Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec, who was born in Albi.More

Pont Neuf

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The Pont Neuf is the oldest bridge in Toulouse. Spanning the river Garonne, the bridge (whose name actually means "new bridge") has been part of the city fabric for over 400 years, and is a lasting testament to 16th-century engineering.More

Canal du Midi

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France’s longest and oldest canal, the Canal du Midi is both a feat of civil engineering and a popular sightseeing destination in the southern Occitanie region. Built by engineer Pierre-Paul Riquet in the late 17th century, the 150-mile (240-kilometer) waterway connects the Mediterranean with the Atlantic Ocean via the Garonne Canal.More

Aeroscopia

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Appropriately situated just north of the Toulouse Airport and near the Airbus Factory, the aviation museum Aeroscopia features a wide variety of aviation-related exhibits. Here visitors of all ages can learn about everything from airplane design to air traffic control in a fun and interactive environment.More

Garonne River

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Flowing down from the Spanish Pyrenees all the way to France’s Atlantic coast, the Garonne is the most important river of southwestern France. Passing through two major cities—Toulouse and Bordeaux—the Garonne also runs into the Gironde estuary, the largest of its kind in Europe.More

Les Abattoirs Museum

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Les Abattoirs is Toulouse’s museum of modern and contemporary art. Housed in a former slaughterhouse, it holds a collection of 4,000 works, including pieces by Picasso and Dalí, as well as temporary exhibitions featuring contemporary artists such as Franz Gertsch, Dado, and Daniel Spoerri.More
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Espace Ludopia

Espace Ludopia

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Situated in a rural part of southern France near the border with Spain, Espace Ludopia is an outdoor experience park that focuses on engaging the five senses. Visitors of all ages will enjoy exploring a series of interactive installations built from upcycled materials.More

Lastours Castles (Châteaux de Lastours)

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Although now in ruins, Lastours Castles (Châteaux de Lastours played a major role in the defense of the area during the height of Catharism in the 13th century. The main castle is called Cabaret, and is surrounded by three smaller fortresses. The ruins of a Romanesque church also sit on the site.More
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Space City (Cite de l'Espace)

Space City (Cite de l'Espace)

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The Space City (Cite de l'Espace) lets you realize your dreams of visiting space without having to undergo years of astronaut training. Here, you can explore inside a space station or space rocket; try on a space suit; and experience the sensation of walking on the moon.More

Toulouse-Lautrec Museum (Musée Toulouse-Lautrec)

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Situated inside the Palais de la Berbie, the astounding Toulouse-Lautrec Museum (Musée Toulouse-Lautrec, showcases hundreds of works by artist Henri Marie Raymond de Toulouse-Lautrec-Monfa, who was born in the area. Here you'll find over 1,000 artworks credited to the Albi artist along with a temporary exhibition space and an auditorium.More

Top activities in Midi-Pyrénées

Private guided tours of Lourdes

Private guided tours of Lourdes

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Albi and Cordes sur Ciel Private Day Tour from Toulouse
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Day Trip to Albi, UNESCO Cathedral and Medieval Village from Toulouse
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Toulouse Sightseeing Bus Tour

Toulouse Sightseeing Bus Tour

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$17.44
Aeroscopia Admission Ticket

Aeroscopia Admission Ticket

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$16.35
Take off your clothes and let yourself be drawn!
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Toulouse E Bike Tour

Toulouse E Bike Tour

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Carcassonne and Albi Private Sightseeing Tour from Toulouse
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Cité de Carcassonne and Wine Tasting Private Day Tour from Toulouse
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Cité de Carcassonne and Canal du Midi Private Half Day Tour from Toulouse
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All about Midi-Pyrénées

Local Currency
Euro (€)
Time Zone
CEST (UTC +1)
Country Code
+33
Language(s)
French
Attractions
26
Tours
94
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