Brooke & Maxime

Things To Do / Quoi faire?

We are so excited to share a few of our favorites places/restaurants in the area! It is a work in progress and we will continuously provide updates. We also plan on providing guests with a walking tour of Toulouse on a map as Toulouse is best seen and experienced when walking! Please do not hesitate to reach out to us for any questions or help you may need before your stay. Pour nos amis français, ces activités sont principalement pour que nos invités en provenance des Etats-Unis puissent découvrir ce que la région toulousaine peut offrir, donc pas besoin de traduction 😊

Couvent des Jacobins

Place des Jacobins, Toulouse, Occitanie 31000, France

Toulouse is really a city of churches and the prettiest one is the Church of the Jacobins. The church is bright and airy. The cloister is exquisite and houses a column that resembles a palm tree called the “Palm of the Jacobins.” It is an architectural wonder made up of a double nave and star-shaped vault under a massive pillar. Fun fact, Maxime's dad, Eric went to high school really close to this beautiful convent.

Basilique Saint-Sernin de Toulouse

7 Place Saint-Sernin, Toulouse, Occitanie 31000, France

The Basilica of Saint Sernin is the top attraction in Toulouse (Maxime's aunt, Elizabeth got married there!). The church is a magnificent well-preserved basilica, and one of the greatest churches in France. Built between 1080 and 1120, it’s now a UNESCO site. Saint Sernin is a fine example of Romanesque architecture in the characteristic Toulousian red brick, designed in a crucifix. The church’s bell tower is a defining landmark in the city and part of the skyline.

Georges Bemberg’s Foundation — Hotel of Assézat

Place d'Assezat, Toulouse, Occitanie 31000, France

Place du Capitole

Place du Capitole, Toulouse, Occitanie 31000, France

Stroll through the Place du Capitole, the grand central square of the city. Cafes surround the square on terraces under covered arches. Pedestrianized since 1995, the Place is lined with lavish red brick buildings. It has a polished marble floor emblazoned with the Occitan cross, a medieval symbol of the region.

Le Capitole

19 Rue Léon Gambetta, Toulouse, Occitanie 31000, France

The Capitole is the city’s most famous building and serves as the city hall.The Capitole is a massive classical building that’s been the seat of government since the 12th century. It’s reminiscent of Buckingham Palace in London and the city hall in Nancy France. The Capitole is free to visit and you definitely should! It’s open every day except Saturday.

Musée des Augustins

21 Rue de Metz, Toulouse, Occitanie 31000, France

Musée des Augustins is one of the oldest public museums in France. It houses a treasure trove of fine art and Roman, Gothic, and Renaissance sculpture and is set in a beautiful 14th century convent

Victor Hugo Farmers' Market

Place Victor Hugo, Toulouse, Occitanie 31000, France

Ma Biche sur Le Toit

4-8 Rue du Lieutenant Colonel Pélissier, Toulouse, Occitanie 31000, France

Fantastic spot for lunch, drinks and dinner with the best view/rooftop of Toulouse! Will also transform into a great night club at night

L'Entrecôte

15 Boulevard de Strasbourg, Toulouse, Occitanie 31000, France

One of Maxime's favorite restaurants as a kid! An establishment to experience for steak frites!

Saint Stephen's Cathedral

Place Saint-Étienne, Toulouse, Occitanie 31000, France

Saint Etienne is also known as Toulouse or Saint Stephens Cathedral. It’s a 13th century Gothic-Romanesque structure, and a curious mishmash of architectural styles. You will either love it or hate it. It does have a lovely gothic nave, rose window, tapestries, and stone sculptures. The stained glass above the main entrance is quite breathtaking. The cathedral sits in the Place Saint-Etienne. This is a lively square where people like to hang out. It’s also near the Rue des Arts where you can find all the high end boutiques you could ever want.

Les Carmes

Place des Carmes, Toulouse, Occitanie 31500, France

The Carmes neighborhood is one of Toulouse’s most charming medieval quarters. The streets are lined with red, pink, and orange buildings. This is where you can wander and get lost. If you can, have a peak into some of the lavishly decorated courtyards. Carmes is a great place to go shopping or antiquing. There are also a plethora of cafes and bars. You’ll also find tapas bars and eateries. Because Toulouse is close to the Spanish border, there is a Spanish influence in the city.

Carmes Farmers' Market

Place des Carmes, Toulouse, Occitanie 31000, France

Another fantastic farmers' market to experience!

Place Saint-Pierre

Place Saint-Pierre, Toulouse, Occitanie 31000, France

Vibrant nightlife - if you want to feel a true Toulouse Rugby party experience. Wear old shoes! It will get quite messy.

Quais de la Garonne

Quai de la Daurade, Toulouse, Occitanie 31000, France

Fabulous promenade along the water - Stop at any cafés for a refreshment and to enjoy the views and buzz!

Les Abattoirs

76 Allées Charles de Fitte, Toulouse, Occitanie 31300, France

Combines a museum of modern and contemporary art and a regional collection of contemporary art. The venue (whose name translates as the slaughterhouse) opened in 2000 in a former municipal slaughterhouse from 1823.

Place Saint-Georges

Toulouse, Occitanie 31000, France

One of our favorite spot to hang, vibrant day and night!!!

Cité de l'Espace

Avenue Jean Gonord, Toulouse, Occitanie 31500, France

Young or old, just curious or enthusiasts, Cité de l'espace opens the doors of the infinite and extraordinary to you!

Rabastens

Rabastens, Occitanie 81800, France

A beautiful village close to Toulouse! Must see!

Albi

Albi, Occitanie, France

Picturesque town...Albi is a commune of the Tarn department, on the river Tarn, 85 km northeast of Toulouse. It is the seat of the Archbishop of Albi. The episcopal city, around the Cathedral Sainte-Cécile, was added to the UNESCO list of World Heritage Sites in 2010 for its unique architecture. The site includes the Musée Toulouse-Lautrec, dedicated to the artist who was born in Albi.

Cité de Carcassonne

1 Rue Viollet le Duc, Carcassonne, Occitanie 11000, France

The Cité de Carcassonne is a medieval citadel located in the French city of Carcassonne, in the Aude department. It is situated on a hill on the right bank of the river Aude, in the south-eastern part of the city proper. The citadel was restored at the end of the 19th century by the theorist and architect Eugène Viollet-le-Duc. In 1997, it was added to the UNESCO list of World Heritage Sites because of its exceptional testimony to the architecture and planning of a medieval fortress town.