One of the top contemporary art showcases in the Midi-Pyrénées region, Les Abattoirs opened in the year 2000 after the city’s former municipal slaughterhouses were renovated to create a huge exhibition space. Visitors will find the Modern Capital collection here, which centers on the World War II and post-war periods. The museum also functions as a lively local arts center, hosting regular concerts, talks, and other events.
Les Abattoirs Museum is located on the right bank of the River Garonne near the Pont des Catalans bridge, and can be visited on a hop-on, hop-off bus tour. You can also bike there or take the metro—the closest metro stop is St-Cyprien – République
Les Abattoirs Museum is open to the public Wednesday to Sunday, except for select public holidays. The building is very spacious and airy, which makes it a good choice on particularly hot days.
Enjoy a full day of artistic inspiration by following up a trip to Les Abattoirs with a visit to the Museum of Augustins (Musée des Augustins).The collection covers paintings from the 15th century to the present day, plus a fascinating range of Gothic, Romanesque, and Renaissance sculptures—many sourced from buildings that once stood in Toulouse.