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Private tourOnly your group will participate
Overview
Discover the epic history of Toulouse on a guided walking tour with a private guide. Learn about the city’s Roman origins, its role in the Visigothic Kingdom, and its golden age as a commercial center. Uncover the city’s transformation from a Gallic settlement to a significant Roman outpost and its later status as the capital of the Visigothic Kingdom. Marvel at ancient churches, including Saint-Sernin and Saint-Étienne, while learning about the impact of Christianity and the 12th-century political autonomy that shaped Toulouse’s medieval influence. Explore the city’s role during the Albigensian Crusade and the establishment of the University of Toulouse, finishing at Place du Salin to reflect on Toulouse’s rich legacy.
-Discover the epic history of Toulouse on a guided walking tour
- Learn about the city’s Roman origins and its role in the Visigothic Kingdom
- Explore the city’s medieval commune and the iconic Capitole
- Hear about the city’s golden age and its trade in pastel
What's included
Live-tour guide
Gratuities
What to expect
Toulouse
Pass by
Meet your guide at the Basilique Saint-Sernin and set off on a journey through Toulouse’s rich history. Learn how the city evolved from a Gallic settlement to a Roman outpost, and later became the capital of the Visigothic Kingdom.
Hear how Christianity shaped the city’s landscape, with major churches and monasteries like Saint-Sernin and Saint-Étienne. Discover how Toulouse gained political autonomy in the 12th century, becoming a powerful medieval commune.
Explore the city’s role in the Albigensian Crusade and the founding of the University of Toulouse. Learn about the city’s golden age in the 15th and 16th centuries, driven by the trade in pastel, a dye-producing plant.
See the magnificent townhouses, or hôtels particuliers, commissioned by wealthy merchants, Capitouls, and magistrates.
End your tour at Place du Salin, where you can reflect on the city’s history and its enduring legacy.
Discover the epic history of Toulouse on a guided walking tour!
Meeting and pickup
Meeting point
The guide will be wearing an ID indicating his name.
End point
The square "Place du Salin" where we end the tour is located in the city center, close to public transportation options.
Additional information
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
