Avignonet-Lauragais Things to Do

A few steps down from the Daurade Square lies the Daurade garden, a tree-lined lawn on the bank of the Garonne River. The garden is bordered by the Henri Martin promenade, a paved path, which runs along the water from the Bazac... more

On top of the Jolimont hill behind the Observatory, stands an obelisk, built by Urbain Vitry in honor of the courageous but outnumbered French soldiers, who fought (and lost) the Battle of Toulouse against English troops in 181... more

This large square marks the entrance to the Saint-Michel district and the end of the true city centre. The impressive marble fountain by the wall at the end of the square dates from the end of the 19th century. It's an allegory... more

Compared to the Saint-Sernin church (a model of symmetry), the Saint-Etienne cathedral is a mishmash of styles. This doesn't matter; it still manages to be the most elegant building in Toulouse. The current façade, whose rose w... more

In the heart of the Capitole, this impressive hall exhibits the work of Toulouse artists from the end of the 19th century to the beginning of the 20th. A highlight of the exhibition is the portrait of La Belle Paule, a delightf... more

The Saint-Raymond museum runs guided tours for 7-10 year olds on Sunday afternoons. The tour lasts about an hour, and covers one of the following subjects: "Roman Toulouse", "Greco-Roman gods and goddesses" or "Hercules, the tr... more

This is one of many Toulouse streets named after the medieval activity that took place there. About thirty bankers and moneychangers once worked in this road, which was part of the main medieval high street. Today it's a busy c... more

Opposite the Saint-Jerôme church, this handsome mansion was built during the 17th century for François Rességuier. You can admire the façade, with stone and brick designs around the windows, the courtyard and the two rectangula... more

Toulouse is the aerospace capital of France. This company offers fascinating guided tours of the Aérospatiale buildings in Colomiers, just outside Toulouse. Among other things, visitors can learn how Airbuses are built, and see... more

Forum Nice Nord is a cultural center located in North Nice. It organizes special events, many for the general community of Northern Nice, some directed at children and adolescents. Programs include jazz concerts, judo lessons,... more