For shops that I recommend in Toulouse.
I recommend these four different shops to you, each selling extremely high-quality artisanal products in their respective fields.
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Hello everybody,
At first i would like to introduce myself, my name is Franck, i'm 48 years old and i live in my hometown in France, in Toulouse.
I'm writing to you because i have made the decision to create a blog about Touolouse because i deeply love my city and i want you to discover it.
In this blog, you will find articles about different subjects, photos, videos and a timetable where to find the most important events that take place in Toulouse.
Trust me, i will make this blog as lively and interactive as possible.
Have fun discovering my city and i hope that my blog will make you want to come and visit Toulouse as soon as possible.
Hugs and kisses FRANCK.
My philosophy has always been: " Enjoy life to the fullest!". I would discribe myself as very sensitive, emphatic and outgoing person who cares a lot of about other people. I'm passionnate about art and different cultures, which i conside to be an enrichment for my personality.
And foremost of all, i love people and i love sharing my thoughts and feelings with them. I have already been travelling a lot and i have seen and learned so much during these travels.
I love sport. I used to play handball and do athletics and i often play tennis.
Is is important to me to take care of my body and my soul. I hope you will enjoy my blog!.
Maybe, we will run into each other during your visit to Toulouse.
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Practicals Informations
Space City: Amusement Park.
Av. Jean Gonord 31 500 Toulouse.
Amusement Park dedicated to Space.
Open every day from 9h30 to 18h.
Museum des Augustins:
21, rue de Metz 31 000 Toulouse.
Temporarily close partial opening in summer 2023.
Jacobin convent:
Place des Jacobins 31 000 Toulouse.
Open every day except Monday from 10h to 18h.
Museum Aeroscopia:
1 All. Turcat 31 700 Toulouse.
Museum who you can discover the story of the civil aviation von Toulouse. Many planes are on display.
Open every days from 9h30 to 18h.
Airbus factory tour:
All. André Turcat 31 700 Blagnac.
Open every day except Sunday from 9h to 18h.
Various tours of the Airbus complex are offered.
L'envol des pionniers/ Airmail Museum
Story of the aviator Saint-Exupery.
6, rue Jacqueline Auriol 31 400 Toulouse.
Open every day except Monday from 10h to 18h.
Halle the Machine
3, avenue de l'Aérodrome de Montaudran 31 400 Toulouse.
Open every day except Monday from 10h to 18h.
Creation of articulated machine, Street Show.
Marché Victor Hugo:
Pl. Victor Hugo 31 000 Toulouse.
Largest covered market of the city.
Many nice restaurants all around.
Many excellent food shops.
Organization of a night to come and taste the products of the market in a festive atmosphere.
Marché des Carmes:
4, Place des Carmes 31 000 Toulouse.
Covered market.
Organization of a night to come and taste products of the market in a festive atmosphere.
Marché Saint_Cyprien:
The smallest covered market in Toulouse.
There is a bit of a village atmosphere.
But there are all the products you can look for.
Organization of a night to taste the products of the market in a festive atmosphere.
The funerary basilica of Saint-Pierre-des-Cuisines:
12, place Saint-Pierre 31 000 Toulouse.
Museum des Arts Précieux Paul-Dupuy
13, rue de la Pleau 31 000 Toulouse
Open Monday through Friday from 10h to 18h..
Museum des Abattoirs: Contemporary Art.
76, All. Charles de Fitte 31 300 Toulouse.
Open every day except Monday and Tuesday from 12h to 18h.
Natural History Museum:
35, All. Jules Guesde 31 000 Toulouse.
Open every day except Monday from 10h to 18h.
Toulouse Sports Palace.
3, rue Pierre Laplace.
KALINKA Toulouse: Bar/dinnerborn a spectacle, with among others transformists.
10 and 10bis Rue des Teinturiuers 31 300 Toulouse.
Museum Georges-Labit
17, rue du Japon 31 400 Toulouse.
Temporarily close.
Casino Barrière:
18, chemin de la Loge 31 400 Toulouse.
Games, shows, bars and restaurants.
9 a.m to 4 a.m daily.
Infos: casinosbarriere.com
ZENITH de Toulouse:
11, avenue Raymond Badiou 31 300 Toulouse.
Salle de concert.
Program to see on the website.
Salle de Concert le BIKINI
Parc technologique du Canal, Rue Théodore Monod
31 520 Ramonville-Saint-Agne
Auditorium with 200 to 1500 seats.
Fabulous acoustics.
Many large groups have performed in BIKINI for the friendly side of the hall and the quality of the sound.
Hôtel d'Assézat
Place d'Assézat 31 000 Toulouse.
Collection Fondation Georges Bemberg
Temporarily close.
Museum Saint-Raymond
Roman and Gallic art exhibition.
1 ter, Place Saint-Sernin 31 000 Toulouse.
Open every day except Monday from 10h to 18h.
Carmelite Chapel von Toulouse:
1, rue de Périgord 31 000 Toulouse
Baragnon cross area:
24, rue Croix Baragnon 31 000 Toulouse.
Of private mansion of 19eme century.
The Comedy of the Rose Garden.
156, bis Avenue de Lavaur 31 500 Toulouse.
Theater.
MEET TOULOUSE Exhibition Center:
The program will be updated on the blog.
Toulouse Stadium.
1 All. Gabriel Biénès 31,000 Toulouse.
Water tower Gallery: Le Chateau d'eau:
1 Place Laganne 31 300 Toulouse.
Photography exhibition.
Open every day except Monday from 13h to 19h.
La Cinémathèque de Toulouse
60, rue du Taur 31 000 Toulouse.
Library with many films from all countries.
In summer, outdoor cinema in the courtyard of the building.
Capitol Theater:
Place du Capitole, the program will be updated in the blog.
The Grain Market: La Hall aux grains:
1, Place Dupuy 31 000 Toulouse.
La program will be updated in the blog.
Stade Ernest-Wallon: Stadium MatchTOulousain, Rugby.
114, rue des Troènes 31 200 Toulouse.
ZOO African Safari:
41, rue des Landes 31 830 Plaisance-du-Touch.
Open: from 01/10 to 31/03 from 10h to,18h
from 01/04 to 30/09 from 9h30 to 19h30
Zoo to do, more than 600 animals present and a route by car to start the visit.
Program: zoo-africansafari.com
Garonne Theater Toulouse.
1, av. of the water tower 31 300 Toulouse.
3 T Theater:
CoffeeTheater, 40, rue Gabriel Péri 31 000 Toulouse.
Blue lemon: Café-Théatre.
18, rue des Paradoux 31 000 Toulouse.
Espace du Bazacle in Toulouse:
Exhibition space, visit to the hydraulic factory and in the summer presence of the magnificent tavern that I see recommends.
Address: 11 Quai Saint-Pierre 31 000 Toulouse.
Odyssud performance hall in Blagnac:
Performance hall of all kinds with 800 seats Blagnac in the suburbs of Toulouse.
Address: 4 rue du Parc 31 706 Blagnac Cedex.
TNT: Théâtre de la Cité Toulouse:
1, rue pierre Baudis 31 000 Toulouse.
Les HALLES de la Cartoucherie:
For families sports and points and cultural activities .
The parent's cabin at the Roof Toulouse.
A daycare area and there for children.
Qualified coaches provide lessons.
Yoga, sophrology, Pilates, dance and many other things.
Information: Facebook Les Halles de la Cartoucherie.
Les HALLES de la Cartoucherie:
Every Wenesday, Pepper air, brings the spotlight on the electronic music scene in Toulouse..
Free entry, for DJs, from 6pm. to 9pm.
Creator Sundays: Saint-Pierre Square from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. “Handmade 31”.
comefind this designer market, for the dates of season 204.
April 14/28, 2024.
05/12/2024.
06/16/2024.
July 7/21, 2024.
August 4/8, 2024.
September 1/15, 2024.
6/10/2024.
November 17/30, 2024.
1/12/2024.
Decoration, Textiles, photos, jewelry, ceramics and children's world.
Sundays in Saint-Pierre Square from 10 a.m.
until 7 p.m.
Facebook: Handmade 31
Contact : asso.faitmain31@gmail.com
Les HALLES de la Cartoucherie:
To Monday per month.
Reading meeting fir the yougest with the association " Lire et faire lire 31.
Start of these workshops pn Monday November 20 from 5 pm.
Free.
Les HALLES de la Cartoucherie: Of the hous of Cop'Cop grocery store.
Place an order for your farm lockers and come and collect them as soon as they are ready.
Cheese, meat, fruits and vegetables.
Fresh local produce from producers within a maximum radius of 50km around Toulouse.
Not to be missed in Toulouse: A market of creative artisans on rue du Taur in Toulouse.
Les Créas Taur is a creators' market, 10 to 15 exhibitors who will offer you quality creations...no Made in China here!!!
They are located on Fridays at the Toulouse cinematheque, rue du Taur.
An orchestra comes around 6 p.m. to set the mood!!!
You will be able to discover all areas of creation.
The market takes place from 1 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Next dates coming soon!!! .
Les HALLES de la Cartoucherie: The association " Là " is organizing for the first time ebents aroud four pillars: Art, initiative, proximity and humanitarian.
Free from 3pm. to 9pm.
Informations: https://bit.ly/laprem-hdlc
Les HALLES de la Cartoucherie: Opening of the performance hall.
In spring 2024..
Les Halles la Cartoucherie not to be missed "This is BACHATA":
This event will take place on Friday, February 21, 2025 at 8:00 PM.
From 8 p.m. to 1 a.m., you will be immersed in the world of BACHATA!!!
There will be a dress code coming...
Dance classes of different levels will be offered:
8 p.m./9 p.m. BEGINNER PROGRESSIVE COURSE
9 p.m./10 p.m./ INTERMEDIATE COURT
10pm/1am BACHATA SOCIAL EVENING
Attention payment in cash and arrive 15 minutes before your class!!!!
Address: Les Halles de la Cartoucherie, 9 rue Thomas Dupuy 31 300 Toulouse.
Flea market of Allées François Verdier Toulouse: Antiques-Brocante.
Not to be missed this weekend, the flea market is back.
100 merchantsprofessionals and presence of two trucks to cater for you.
Assholetact:brocante-les-allees.com
Facebook :Flea market les Allées
Not to be missed in Toulouse and to do with the family: “The Mini-Golf at the Toulouse racecourse!!!.
And yes, at the Cépières racecourse in Toulouse, there is more than just the racetrack!!! .
It's a completely innovative concept...a Mini-Golf on a Golf course.
Accessible to everyone from 5 years old and all the equipment is provided, you just need your sneakers.
You have two formulas:
The 9-hole Mini Golf which lasts around 1 hour.
The 18-hole Mini Golf which lasts around 2 hours.
Birthday packages are available!!!! .
Address: 4 chemin des races 31 100 Toulouse.
Telephone: 07/84/45/70/29
Email: gvdc31@gmail.com
Opening: Monday to Sunday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Sophie Durand's "Happy People Toulouse" association:
Saturday from 3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Language tea room and snack, at "DIPS'S TEA". (28, rue Pharaon 31 000 Toulouse).
Come and speak all the languages you know how to speak, in a warm place, this tea room will offer you succulent pastries and tasty drinks.
But also cold drinks, tea, coffee, ice cream.
Friday from 7:30 p.m. to 11:45 p.m.
Welcoming new arrivals to Toulouse.
(Le Cactus Live, 13 bd Lascrosses 31 000 Toulouse).
This association facilitates meetings and allows its members to practice all languages.
Website : https://www.happypeople.fr.nf/
Facebook : https://www.happypeople.biz.st/
Notice to ALL: The hills of “Pech David” are getting a makeover!!! .
It is a place which is located in Toulouse at a height of 258m2.
France's longest cable car from Toulouse passes above this area.
It is one of the best placed points to observe Toulouse, the view is magnificent.
I must admit, however, the location left something to be desired.
Toulouse Town Hall has taken the lead and started a first development which calls for others and which will be ready this spring.
“Pech David” will become a place for observation, leisure, relaxation, games and picnics for all, in an improved setting!!! .
For this year are planned:
You can benefit from picnic areas and three fields for playing pétanque.
An orientation table will also be made available to you, to be able to observe this magnificent view of Toulouse in good conditions.
Finally, new plantings have taken place for the beauty of the site and accessibility to PNR is possible.
Here are my buts, I think that rediscovering “Pech David” will become a necessity!!! .
The restaurant “chez Loustic” in Toulouse.
To discover this restaurant received the “Bib Gourmand” from the 2024 Michelin guide.
Menu that changes every week, always the choice between fish and meat and a vegetarian menu.
In the evening, it's time for original, artisanal products and a beautiful menu from local winegrowers.
The atmosphere is clearly marked as "modern bistro".
Address : 19 place de l’Estrapade 31 300 Toulouse.
Telephone: 05/62/76/35/68
Contact : contact@chez-loustic.fr
A fun way to see Toulouse from the sky: Take the Toulouse cable car.
It is the largest cable car in France at 3,000 meters.
It serves three stations: Oncopole (149m), Rangueil Hospital (229m) and Paul Sabatier University (158m).
You will be transported in glass cabins with 34 seats which will allow you to observe in complete tranquility a magnificent view of Toulouse from the sky!!! .
If you ever come to visit Toulouse, don't miss this great experience.
Opening of a new Japaneses restaurant in toulouse the " Susanoo ".
You will immerse yourseulf directly in the atmosphere of the land of the Rising Sun, with breathtaking decoration !!! .
Decoration inspired by the cities of Tokyo and Kyoto.
To eat : Ramen, Yakitori, tempura ou udon.
Be careful, no sushi, only traditional hot Japanese dishes..
Adress : 7 rue Rémuzat 31 000 Toulouse.
Contact : susanoofrance@gmail.com
Link : linktr.ee//susanoo_toulouse
Phone : 09.60.00.03.14.
Opening of a new tea room: Le Blossom Coffee.
A stone's throw from Place SAINT-SERNIN.
Run by young 27-year-old entrepreneur, passionate about Japan and Korea.
She offers " Fluffy Pancakes " a kind of pancakes with airy textures from Japan.
There is a terrace, you can taste savory and sweet dishes and fresh products are offered to you . A large choise of tea will be offered to you.
Adress: 11, rue des trois renards 31 000 TOULUSE.
One hour from Toulouse: Come and discover Paris in miniature.
He is an enthusiast who reproduced Paris and all its emblematic monuments in miniature.
It is located in the village of Vaissac in Tarn-et-Garonne.
All this is the fruit of 14 years of hard work.
At nightfall, little Paris lights up for the pleasure of your eyes.
I personally did it on a beautiful sunny day and I don't regret it.
Address: Le Petit-Paris 3225, route des Teularios VAISSAC
Barely 20 minutes from TOULOUSE: Opening of a new archaeological museum. “The Cartailhac Museum”.
You will be able to admire fascinating Neolithic remains discovered in the town over the years.
These remains date from 5000 to 3500 BCE.
There we discover around twenty burials and nearly a hundred heated stone ovens.
The magnificently wooded park is 7000m2 and will offer you an immersive experience.
Address: Rue Emile Cartailhac 31 270 Villeneuve-Tolosane.
In Toulouse: Wine tasting based on the 5 senses in unusual places in Toulouse.
Tasting on six wines from the Le Fort estate in Aude thanks to the organization of workshops.
Since October 2023.
For 3 hours and group between 5 and 10 people.
In space HarryCrow : Saturday from 5 pm. to 8pm..
Adresse : 3, rue Saint-Ursule 31 000 Toulouse.
At the Le Fort estate : Sondays from 3pm to 6 pm.
Contact : https://leparfumdesanthocyanes.fr/
Not to be missed, just 30 minutes from Toulouse: ASSOCIATION DU REFUGE DES TORTUES.
This place for the whole family is open from April 1 to October 31, even on public holidays.
It is a center for environmental education and the study of turtles.
Come and discover more than 1,000 turtles from 30 different species!!! .
Guides will provide guided tours.
Address : 2920 Route de Paulhac 31 660 Bessières.
Contact : refugedestortoises@gmail.com
Telephone : 05/32/53/67/35
The Stade Toulousain Rugby Team opens large new café in downtown Toulouse:
Opening of a large café brasserie on Deceùber 15, 2023
Adress: 58, boulevard Lazare-Carnot 31 000 Toulouse.
Magnificent interior decor planned which will honor the men and women who make the " Stade Toulousain " .
A reel sports bar: You can eat and drink on site, while watching matches. In fact there will be screens in every corner of the retaurant.
Opening of a new restaurant with a very new concept: in Saint-Martin-du-Touch : " Le Cockpit "
You eat in a real airplane cabin, with window, real seat, stewardess carts and Boardind passes over wine bottles.
The owners are a Franco-Mexican couple and it shows on the plates.
The journey continues on the plate with very varied dishes.
The room has 30 seats so reservations are recommended.
Contact: www.cockpittoulouse.com
Not to be missed in Toulouse: 11th AFRICLAP FILM FESTIVAL 2024-TOULOUSE:
This event will take place at Pathé Wilson from 07/11/24 8 p.m. to 16/11/24 10 p.m.
On the program:
Films never seen before in France, encounters, musical vibrations borrowed from Portuguese-speaking cultures.
More detailed information directly on the festival website!!!!.
Address: Pathé Wilson, 2 place du Président Thomas Wilson 31 000 Toulouse.
Want to eat in a starred restaurant in Toulouse:
The restaurant " le Sept " by Guillaume Mombroisse which has one star.
L'Auberge de la Forge " from Théo Fernandez, also a star , for the first time !!!.
A former student of Toulouse high school, having spent 10 years in major Parisian restaurants, he decided to open his restaurant with his wife...A great reward.
The restaurant itinerary of " Michel Sarran " , our great local chef, one star.
The restaurant ' Les Jardins de L'Opéra " which is located at Place du Capitole, the one star at 1, place du Capitole 31 000 Toulouse.
Restaurant " L'Hedone " one star in Toulouse.
Open from Tuesday evening
The chef is one other than " Balthazar Gonzales " who obtained his first star in 2020.
Adress :2 impasse Saint-Felix 31 400 Toulouse.
The restaurant the " Py'R " which is the only one in Toulouse to have two stars and which is run by the young chef :" Pierre Lambinon " .
In Toulouse: Reopening of the Guignette “LA Centrale”.
This tavern is located on the island of Woodpigeon and occupies a former hydroelectric plant !! .
They have been open all summer since June 4.
It is in the woods, magnificent setting and mastered cooking.
There is also a more festive bar area.
Possibility of having an all-you-can-eat Brunch every Sunday!!! .
A giant screen will allow you to follow: Euro football, the Olympics and rugby sevens.
Some evenings on the program:
Tropical evening, designer market, Gin Tonic evening....
Hours: Tuesday to Sunday from 6:30 p.m. to 1:00 a.m.
Reservation : 05/61/73/82/31
For students : A new Hotel " Le SOCIAL HUB about Compans Caffarelli.
354 rooms, 4 stars, for students but also the general public.
Rooftop with swimming pool, restaurant 7 days a week, breakfeast, buffet, dinner.
Gym, coworking and meeting room.
Game of pétanque possibility in the patio.
Party for Christmas and DJ evening 7.
Adress : 1, rue de Sébastopol 31 000 Toulouse.
Contact : https://www.thesocialhub.co/fr/manger-et-boire/
05.82.88.10.60.
New small garden in Toulouse, which makes its charm not to be missed:
At the back of Saint-Etienne Cathedral is the Saint-Anne chapel and it is its courtyard which has been greened.
Once again, this clearly shows that Toulouse is a city to discover, it will not be offered to you.
A work of art by “Jennifer Caubet” allows water to be recovered.
The Saint-Anne chapel, built in the 19th century, has been completely renovated and you can see it!! .
It has been classified as a Historic Monument since 2021.
In a Carmes district: A new gourmet table " Les Fines Gueules ".
Opening on November 7, 2023.
The team is the same as the previous restaurant, with significant reinforcement, a player from Stade Toulousain in charge of communication.
Fresh and local product.
Cuisine with Asian influence, in a friendly atmosphere.
Also find local dishes.
Place : Les Fines Gueules.
Adress: 43, rue du Languedoc 31 000 Toulouse.
Website: https://les-fines-gueules.fr/
Do not missed: A new Pillon's flagship store opens at the Place du Capitole.
Date to be conformed.
The store is going to locate between Oxybul and the restaurant the Bigbent.
A stone's throw from the Capitol: come and taste the cocktails of the best worker in France.
The first boutique dedicated to grandpa cocktails will open its doors on December 15, 2023..
The store is located at 20, rue des Lois 31 000 Toulouse.
Alexis Taoufiq is in charge.
Classic cocktails will be offered to you, but others will be revosoted or created.
You can also buy bottles of cocktails nearby.
Please note the store is closed from Sunday to Tuesday morning inclusive.
Not to be missed 20 minutes from Toulouse: New concept in the magnificent Bouconne forest “Bootcamp Toulouse”.
It is an obstacle course and calls for team cohesion.
It will be launched from March 25, 2024.
It will take place more precisely in the Mérevielle woods next to the Bouconne forest.
Please note: You must book for groups of 10 people minimum for 2 hours or half a day and you will be supervised by professionals.
Course for all levels, adaptation according to your physical abilities.
Info: bootcamp-toulouse.fr
Opening of a Japanese bistro the " Izakaya " :
It is the " Yoshi soshi " restaurant prsent for 20 years in Toulouse which is the author..
Small bar xith immersive decor and breathtaking view of the Augustin Museum.
It is a real Dojo with 50 seats, Open seven days a week and only in the evening from 6 pm .
The decoration immediately immerses you in the Japanese atmosphere, including many colorful neon light.
We can drink : Beer asahi, sakésand cocktails made from lychees.
We can eat : Japanese Tapas, sushi, makis, sashimis and Dojo makis which are large makis very worked with eel or salmon.
From February the establishment will be festive with a DJ present from Thurday to Satruday evning.
Adress: 13 rue Alsace-Loraine 31 000 Toulouse.
Don't miss: Opening in Toulouse of a store of the German brand of household appliances in the range: "MIELE":
The opening is planned for spring "endApril beginning May ".
The premises will be completely renovated and will have a surface area of 70 m2.
All the brand's worlds will be represented: vacuum cleaner, laundry care, washing machine, dishwasher, cooking, cold, coffee machine...
Address : 10 rue, Croix-Baragnon 31000 Toulouse.
Want a sporting activity on Sunday: “ALTISSIMO PORTET ROOM”.
With more than 2,400 m2 of climbing, this Toulouse gym is one of the largest in France.
Open 7 days a week,even Sunday from 9 a.m.
You can practice bouldering, speed and rope climbing whatever your level.
Address :37 avenue de Larrieu, Toulouse.
Phone : 05/61/51/76/21
Le " Satch " The ambiance jazz vault in 20 .
A cigar smoker, old whiskey and particulary old school decor.
In the second part of the evening a rather electro swing atmosphere.
Cocktails will be offered to us but especially whiskey, vodka, cognac and rhum.
Food : Assortiment of cold meats and cheese but also caviar.
Adress: 3, rue Lafayette 31 000 Toulouse.
Opening of a new restaurantFranco Argentin in the Carmes district: “Chez Gardel”
Restaurant in homage to the immense Tango dancer born in Toulouse: “Carlos Gardel”.
You will be offered Argentinian cuisine, including the dish of the country's grandmothers "la ropa vieja" based on shredded beef accompanied byeof rice or a duck parmentier cooked in Argentinian wine.
There is also a vegetarian menu which is at your disposal. provision and for those in a hurry the "menu Porteno "with three empanadas, a soup and one coffee.
Carla professional oenological expertise, you will introduce many wines with a strong South American sounding.
On the decoration side, it is a tribute to “Carlos Gardel "a painting, numerous posters originals coming directly from Argentina, you immerses yourself in the world of Argentine Tango.
Watch out for January 26, a special evening in tribute to Carlos Gardel, with conferences, readings, poetry, music and perhaps dance.
Address : 54, rue Pharaon 31 000 Toulouse.
Phone :06/51/66/37/40
Website:https://chezgardel.com/
Opening of a new Greek restaurant in Toulouse: "Zorba's Daughter".
For lovers of Greece, you no longer need to go there, this restaurant immerses you in akitchen typical Greek and modern.
You will discover various Greek products such as olive oil, wine, Feta, desserts, cheeses...
Contacts:
Address: 12, place de la Trinité 31 000 Toulouse.
Email: lafilledezorba@gmail.com
Phone :06/38/74/88/38.
Facebook:Zorba's Daughter
NOT TO BE MISSED IN Toulouse: The exhibition on the sublime “Marilyn Monroe.
This event will take place at the Espace EDF du Bazacle and the exhibition will be called: “Marilyn Monroe, the Secret of America.
This event will take place from May 31 to November 3, 2024.
You will find no less than 200 rare photos that tell his story from his birth to his death.
Also, objects of his intimacy, his weaknesses and his history.
You can even see his birth mug!!! .
We will be able to observe: A cocktail dress "by Yves Saint-Laurent", his gloves in Joeuses Parade and James Dean's personal lighter.
This exhibition is chronological and you will be told about the relationships between the beautiful blonde and the Kennedy family.
As a preview, I would like to inform you that other great ladies will be honored in the same place.
From November 18 to March 30, 2025 “Jackie Kennedy”.
From April 12 to September 14, 2025 “Diana Spencer”.
Website for reservation or information:
lebazacle-exposition.com
Opening of the largest beer bar in France in Toulouse. "La Bièrothèque Corner"
A selection of craft beers will be offered to you, “craft beer”, but also bio-dynamic wines, spirits and cocktail creations.
Dishes to share will also be offered to best accompany your drinks.
Sometimes, meetings with brewers ortastings beers are offered.
Address: 48, place Nivolas Bachelier 31,000 Toulouse.
Instagram:lab library
Lists of all the Beer Libraries in Toulouse:
@labierotheque_labage
@labierotheque_gramont
@labierotheque_corner_ramblas (the one in the city center).
@labierotheque_muret
Contact:webshop@labierotheque.fr
Telephone:07/49/50/25/36
Opening of a new Brazilian street food in Toulouse: " THE COXINHA".
If one evening you want to eat Brazilian and don't feel like cooking, this new concept is for you.
In fact, you can order the dishes offered on a platter, or in a salad of the size of your choice, or even in a wrap.
It is the Brazilian head chef Viviane who is in chargestoves.
Coxinha is a croquette stuffed with fresh, well-seasoned products and most often stuffed with chicken.
However, here Viviane offers a large menu, the croquettes are also stuffed withbeef, shrimp, cheese and even duck confit.
Finally, to emphasize, the managers are eco-responsible; : cargo bike to deliver andpackaging cardboards.
Address : 32, bis avenue Honré Serres
Email:contact@lacoxinha.fr
Phone :05/62/16/37/11
Not to be missed in Toulouse: The Plaisance-du-Touch Zoo:
It is located in the nearsuburb from Toulouse and is worth the detour!!! .
Treat yourself to a nature outing and discovery of animals from all over the world with your family.
A 15-hectare Safari, part of which is done by car and the other on foot.
You will also find play areas there.
Many activities, you will beproposed.
Encounters with animals and many fun activitiesshare with family.
Address :41, rue des Landes 31 830 Plaisance-du-Touch.
Telephone:05/61/86/45/03
Website : https://www.zoo.africansafari.com
Facebook:African Safari Zoo
E-mail : zoo-africansafari.com
The most beautiful Rooftop in Toulouse: " La Biche sur le Toit, At the top of the Galeries Lafayette in Toulouse " .
Come at many time of the day even in the evening, have breakfast, a meal, a snack, a drink and dinner in the evning.
This etablishment has a large terrace with a breathtaking and extraordinary view of Toulouse.
Not to be missed if you come to Toulouse!!!. The terrace and the atmosphere are provided by a DJ.
If you liked the film " Austin Power " , the interior room has a 70s feel with its magnificent bar!!! .
Instagram : mabichesurletoit
Phone : 05/31/61/56/19.
Adress : Accès par les Galeries Lafayette : 4 rue du Lieutenant Colonel Pélissier 31 000 Toulouse.
Not to be missed : opening of a nex tea room in Toulouse " Au Grimoire " .
Coffe is special because it immersives you in the world-famous universe : " Harry Potter " .
It has a room of 170 m2 witha mezzanine and a capacity of 40 place settings.
Decoration is magnificent and tou immerse yourself in the world ofHarry Potter.
As for food, the pastries are homade, it is recommended to try " the pistachio " cake " .
Wein, beer and hot chocolate will be offred to you.
Regularly events around esotericims will be offered to you.
Adress: 172, rue Charles Bourseul 31 670 Labège.
Want to canoe on the Garonne in TOULOUSE or visit our city's nature reserve: Think about the GRANHOTA company.
Half day or full day rental.
From 7 years old and able to swim.
Contact :
Telephone: 09/81/00/25/05
This company also offers great outdoor Escape Games!!!
Definitely Japan is fashionable in Toulouse: Opening of a Japanese restaurant "YuJo RAMEN":
Like in a real traditional Izakaya this placeimmersive , youwill transport we land of the Sun the Wind both in its decoration and in your plates.
The place is authentic, it is a success on an area of 48m2.
You can taste Ramen, starters like gyozas and kaarage, but also lots of famous and generous dishes and also woks with artisanal fried noodles.
Authentic: the tables are changed every 20 minutes, no desserts or hot drinks.
Address: 35, rue Léon Gambetta 31 000 Toulouse.
Not to be missed in Toulouse: “Monsieur Madeleine”:
For thelover smallpastries hunchbacks, immerse yourself in yourmemorieschildhood.
Their specialty: Real Madeleine without coloring. I tried them and they are delicious!!! .
A new product has appeared: a brioche with pink pralines from Lyon.
Around ten Madeleine perfumes will be offered to you.
You will also find the good Canelé Bordelais.
A second store is planned, but we are waiting for more information.
Address : 30, rue des Filatiers 31 000 Toulouse.
Telephone:05/67/06/50/87
Not to be missed in Toulouse, the opening of a new English PUB:
This establishment will open its doors on the Boulevard de Strasbourg, in place of the legendary bar "Les Coulisses" which has made generations of Toulouse residents dance.
This English Pub will be named: "The old dockers".
On the sober and warm decor program and above all a large terrace!!! .
You will be offered 7 references of English beers, but also a beautiful cocktail menu.
Happy hours will also be offered to you.
The opening of this new location is planned between April and May 2024.
TOULOUSE designated UNESCO City Music ":
Toulouse designated for its excellence in the musical field, Toulouse joins 50 major cities of music in the world.
New address in Toulouse, for wine lovers.
This place was opened by a sommelier and a chef.
It is called “Le Comptoir des Vins” and is located in the district of rue de Metz and Croix-Bragnon.
The place is cozy and refined where you feel good.
The two owners are wine enthusiasts, and they invite you to discover between 300 and 400 wine references!!! .
Wines you won't find anywhere else.
You will also discover spirits and tastings are organized every Saturday.
In terms of price, the range is very wide and everyone can find what they are looking for.
Address : 8, rue des arts 31 000 Toulouse.
Telephone : 059/55/04/99/28
In Toulouse opening of a new Spanish restaurant:
From September a typically Spanish restaurant will open in Toulouse, covering an area of 300 m2.
On the program Tapas, meats and the name remains secret.
In terms of decoration, you will literally be immersed in Spain, the room will accommodate 120 seats and a patio for sunny days, 60 seats.
Address: 7, rue Labeda 31 000 Toulouse.
MILADY OPERA: CABARET IN TOULOUSE.
It is located more precisely in Saint-Orens in thesuburbs from Toulouse.
You will be offered a cabaret show and the possibility of holding private events.
Elegant decoration and showsexceptional will be there!!! .
Music, live, dance, acrobatics and sumptuous costumes, in a cozy and elegant atmosphere.
Address :10 bd du libre Echange, 31 650 Saint-Orens-de-Gameville
Email:leslie.miladyopera@gemail.com
Phone :05/34/40/67/56.
Not to be missed in MONTAUBAN: BREAKING HISTORY 2024//BATTLE NATIONAL/Conference/Internships:
This event will take place on Saturday, November 30 in Montauban.
National Breaking Event, second edition and opening of 800 places!!!
The Goal: To make this new Olympic discipline known to the general public.
Location: Montauban.
Tickets: helloasso.com
Not to be missed in Toulouse: MATISAE specialist in French cabbage.
It's a pastry that is the delicious kingdom of cream puffs in Toulouse.
The boutique is refined and contemporary in nude, the emblematic color of cabbage.
You can taste sweet and revisited choux, savory choux, delicate macaroons, varied éclairs, tasty cakes and authentic ice creams.
Address: 36 BC. Bernard Maris Toulouse.
Hours: Tuesday to Saturday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
The Flamenco workshop in Toulouse.
It is a space for the creation, diffusion and transmission of Flamenco in Toulouse since 1996.
And yes, it is well known, in Toulouse Spain raises its horn!!! .
Classes are for all levels and for all ages.
Address : 20 rue Louis Eydoux 31 400 Toulouse.
Telephone : 06/82/37/51/65.
Website : www.atelierflamenco.com
See on the site, because Flamenco shows are organized!!! .
Cabaret KALINKA TOULOUSE:
It's the most cabaretathymic and underground of Toulouse.
At adinner show “VAVAVOOM 2”, youwill attend dance, acrobatics, singing, theater, quick change, and Drags.
Let youtrain in a cheerful, burlesque, disturbing universe sometimes tinged with naughtiness.
The show lasts 1h30 in an atmosphere more thanfriendly.
Aexperience not to be missed!!! .
Address :10 and 10 bis rue des Teinturiers 31 300 Toulouse.
Phone :05/61/42/28/72.
Facebook : The Kalinka
Website:lekalinka.com
Email:cabaretkalinka@aol.com
Not to be missed: Guided tours “In the footsteps of Carlos Gardel” in Toulouse.
Attention lovers of Tango and the great dancer born in Toulouse "Carlos Gardel", "Solange Bazely", offers 2-hour guided tours in Toulouse.
Attention group of 15 people maximum, so reservation recommended!!! .
Reservation: https://culture-tango.com/sur-les-pas-de-carlos-gardel/
Not to be missed 2 hours from Toulouse: the village of Bozouls in Aveyrwe.
Thisvillage is one of the many magnificent villages in our region, so much so that it was selected for filmingof a Franco-American series “Mister Spade”.
It will be broadcast on canal + from February 26, 2024.
In fact this place is a giant natural cirque (400 meters in diameter and 100 meters deep), overlooked by a medieval village "Bozouls!!!.
You will discover remarkable flora and fauna there.
Numerous hiking trails with several wooden footbridges have been developed.
Have thecastle which dates from the 9th century, two medieval towers and houses and alleyslovely.
Contact:accueil@terredaveyron.fr
Telephone:05/65/44/10/63
Facebook : Terres d’Aveyron Tourism
Website : terresdaveyron.fr
Not to be missed 1 hour 15 minutes from Toulouse: LE VILLAGE AUVILLAR.
It's a real pearl on the banks of the Garonne between vineyards and plains.
It is a city of potters, with these charming half-timbered houses and its circular 17th century market hall.
Stroll along the Canal du Midi or stroll through the history of this magnificent village by visiting the "Clock Tower", a true emblem of the village.
Don't miss: points only one hour from Toulouse: La Cité médiévale de Carcasonne.
Free km long wall, a castle and the Sainte-Nazaire basilica.
It is perfectly preserved and unique in the world.
Interesting, gosee the fireworks on July 14, it magnificent, but go early because it is very crowded.
Not to be missed 2 hours from Toulouse: The village of Belcastel.
One of the most beautiful medieval villages in the region.
THEplacesEssential places to visit are:
The Maison de la Forge, the Castle, the church, the Roc d'Anglar, the bridge, the bread oven, the alleys and the lord's chairs.
Website:www.tourisme-pays-rignacois.com
Not to be missed:. Rodez, just 1 hour and 45 minutes aways from Toulouse.
To see in Rodez: the Cathedral of Rodez, also known as Notre Dame de Rodez.
Rodez has the label " ville d'art et d'histoire.
To see in Rodez: The 15th century Episcopal Place.
No to be miss in Rodez: the soulages Museum, the contemporary art museum of Rodez.
Don't miss it 1h15 from Toulouse: The village of “Tarascon-sur-Arège:
An ancient fortified village, it has a round tower perched on a hill which is worth the detour!!! .
This town has manybuildingsClassified as historical monuments such as: Notre-Dame de Sabart, the Château de Lacombe, the Notre-Dame-de-la-Daurade church and the Saint-Michel tower.
Ariège Pyrénées Tourism website:
Don't miss: One hour from Toulouse: Revel.
The city founded in 1342..
But bevor: The Celts, Gauls and Roman.
A must-have: the central hall, one of the largest in France founded in the 14th century.
The guarantors which are maisions and the magnificent Lake of Saint-Ferreol built by Pierre-Paul Riquet.
The church: Notre-Dame des Grâces.
Not to be missed, 1 hour 40 minutes from Toulouse, is the medieval village of Siant-Antonin Noble Val, in the heart of the Aveyron gorges.
To see : The Romanesque house, the former " Genovéfains " , the king's house, the house of love and the tanneries..
Not to be missed is its magnificent market, with is splendide market halls on Sundays.
Many restaurants and artists who explode their creations.
In spring ans summer, it's the right season to visit this village which is full of flowres : it's magnificent !!! .
For sports enthusiasts, climbing and canoeing are avaible.
Not to be missed 1h20 from Toulouse: The citu of Castres.
To see : The baroque style Saint-Benoît Cathedral, The church of Platé and the carillon and the convent " des Cordeliers " from the 14th century.
Event: Strolling in Italian costume and mask : Venetian getaway takes place in September.
Not to be missed 2 hours from Toulouse: The village of Rocamadour.
Village built on a cliff and on several floors.
One of the most beautiful villages in France, 2nd site.
Many religious buildings are present in the city.
Two caves: that of Merveilles and that of Linars.
Gastronomy: A small goat's cheese "Rocamadour" AOC since 1996.
UNESCO:The Sain-Sauveur basilica and the Saint-Amadour crypt are listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
Cheese : and yes Rocamadour is known for its excellent goat cheese and we celebrate it in May..so come and party!!! .
To finish, don't forget to visit the abyss of Padirac which is truly a marvel and for children the monkey forest!!! .
Not to be miss 2h00 from Toulouse: The villafe of Roquefort.
Not to be miiss : visit the Roquefort cellars.
Numerous cellars, from the best known to the least known, will help you discover how cheese is made : Roquefort.
Many religious buildings.
Not to be missed 47 minutes from Toulouse: The city of Cologne.
It was founded in 1284.
You therewill find a truly remarkable medieval covered market which dates from the 14th century.
Not to be missed is the Belfry bell which dates from the 17th century and which overlooks the city.
Not to be missed 46 minutes from Toulouse: The village of Encausse.
Nature lovers will find what they are looking for there!!! .
To see hiscute small church dating from 1759, in this magnificent typical villageOccitan, you will be able to come across at the bend of an alley: magnificent fields of sunflowers, foxes and deer.
Le Jardin des Martels:
For those who are unfamiliar with it, I can personally attest that I highly recommended, it is truly magnificent.
To get there, you need to head north of Toulouse and make your way to a village called Giroussens.
You will discover a 35 000 m2 English-style floral park that is perfect for the whole family..
Merville castle and labyrinth:
If you are 20 km from Toulouse.
18th century garden art.
10 km of labyrinth, the largest in Europe.
The castle is classified as a Historic Monument and the garden is labeled a remarkable garden.
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Not to be missed 45 minutes from Toulouse: The Gaulish village of “Rieux-Volvestre”.
it has been open since the February school holidays and for the entireseason summer, until November 30, 2024.
it's an activity that we do as a family and you will be offered the opportunity to discover an eco-museum, an archaeological park, a cultural park and numerous activities.
We are absolutely not in an amusement park and that's what makes L'interest of this place.
Over 6 hectares, you will discover around twentybuildingswhich are identical replicas of Gallic residences.
You will learn how agriculture, religion and crafts of the time were practiced!! .
Invitation also, to ainitiationarchery for children and a reconstruction of a battle where the Romans attack the Gaulish village.
Address : 3657 Route de Saint Julien 31 310 Rieux-Volvestre.
Telephone:05/61/87/16/38
Facebook and Instagram: #VillageGaulois31!
Not to be missed 1 hour from Toulouse: The village of Castelnau-de-Montmiral.
Overlooking the Vère valley,heart from the Gaillac vineyard, this Albigensian bastide founded by the Count of Toulouse Raymond VII contains in its church, the reliquary cross of the Counts of Armagnac, it is decorated with 310 precious stones.
It has the label “One of the most beautiful villages in France!!.
To see, 3 gates of the old ramparts, the castle built in the 13th century, the town hall square with its varied houses (some in stone, half-timbered, brick), the town hall, the Bozat house date back to the 17th century .
The church dating from the 15th/16th century and the very small charming streets.
Website:https://www.tourisme-tarn.com
Don't miss it 1h20 from Toulouse: The village of Saint-Bertrand-de-Comminges.
Its history was built by the Convenes, the Romans, Visigoths and the Franks.
A remarkable archaeological heritage remains from the great city of the Roman Empire and the bishopric from the Middle Ages.
To see, the imposing cathedral which resembles a fortified castle, where we find the ruins of the forum, thetheater antique andthe churchPaleochristian.
It has the label most beautiful village in France and is listed as a UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE!!! .
Website:mairie.stbertrandcomminges@wanadoo.fr
Contact: contact@st-bertrand.com
Phone :05/61/88/33/12
Not to be missed, 1h50 from Toulouse: the town of Gruissan.
Gruissan is a village which dates from the 11th century and is characterized by its circular shape!!! .
To have :
Notre-Dame des Auzils chapel from 1080 with the presence of numerous votive paintings and models.
The fortified castle, the Barberousse tower dating from the 13th century, the Notre-Dame-de-Assomption parish church, the old port, the Moulins heritage area and the old port.
Not to be missed because they are unique: The Gruissan chalets, all built on stilts. (Filming of the famous film 37.2 in the morning).
Tourist Office address: 80 boulevard Pech Maynaud 11 430 Gruissan.
Telephone: 04/68/49/09/00
Facebook: Gruissan Tourism
Not to be missed 55 minutes from Toulouse: The village of Areole.
The start of this village is its splendid castle Renaissance style built in 1579, in local mud bricks.
This building is quadrangular in shape and iscomposed of 4 towers and the ownerwas " Pierre de Cheverry, a successful pastel merchant from Toulouse.
Not to be missed 58 minutes from Toulouse: The village of Mauvezin.
To discover in this magnificent little village:
The Place de la Libération with its beautiful arcades dating from the 16th century, the Gothic Saint-Michel church, and its bell tower dating from the 13th century.
Not to be missed 1h50 from Toulouse: The village of Najac:
This is a villagepicturesque located on a ridge above the Aveyron river.
This village has seen the filming of several films such as “Le Vie comme Elle Va” and is famous for its ham.
Sue a rocky ridge dominated by a fortress, Najac stretches out its houses with slate roofs.
The Bastide was built as an extension of the 13th century royal fortress by Alphonse de Poitiers.
It is classified among the Most Beautiful Villages in France.
To discover :
The square Tower of Najac from the 13th century, the keep, the Saint-Julien chapel and the Governor's bedroom.
New concept in Toulouse: QUIZ ROOM!!! .
The principle is simple, you will play a Quiz in a TV set setting!!! .
You will be arranged in a circle, like in the famous TV shows, fun guaranteed, like at the Burger Quiz.
L'establishment has two two roomscan accommodate up to 18players each.
The questions that will be asked will undermine your general knowledge!!! .
For the whole family from 10 years old.
Address: 148 boulevard Déodat Séverac 31 300 Toulouse.
Transportation : Metro line A Arènes station.
Phone :05/62/83/82/73
Website :https://www.quiz-room.com
Want to learn to cook in Toulouse: Participate to the numerous workshops of 'l'atelier des chefs'!!!.
This establishment offers cooking classes for adults and children.
This place benefits from a spacious and bright setting as well as a large kitchen of almost 50 m2!!! .
Manyworkshopsvery different, will be offered to you, such as:
Chef Technique, The Lunch Break, The Menu, The Pastry, Oenochef, The Chef's Table, Parent-Child, Masterclass, The Express Menu, The Chef's Market, FOOD-COCKTAIL Pairings, FOOD-WINE Pairings and many others.
Address :5, rue Idrac 31 000 Toulouse.
Phone : 05/61/47/71/23
E-mail : accueil-toulouse@atelierdeschefs.com
Instagram: @atelierdeschefstoulouse
Metro : Line B François Verdier station.
Not to be missed in Toulouse: THE NIGHTTIME AT THE VICTOR HUGO MARKET!!!
This event will take place on November 27, 2024 from 6:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.
This is already the 32nd edition.
The program is as usual, come and taste the market products, in a festive atmosphere provided by DJs!!!
The traders all around the market are part of the party!!!
Atmosphere guaranteed!!!
Address: Victor Hugo Market, 20 place Victor Hugo 31 000 Toulouse.
Not to be missed is the Castanet-Tolosan Christmas market:
This event will take place from Sunday, December 1st from 10am to 6pm.
It’s a craft and farmers’ market!!!
You will be able to discover many local products from SICOVAL, Lauraguais, and as far as Occitanie.
Fresh produce will also be presented.
Address: 27 route de Rebigue 31 320 Castanet-Tolosan.
Not to be missed in Toulouse: The big Christmas market and the illuminations:
For these end of year celebrations, the city rose of dressed in his Christmas clothes!!!
The Christmas Market, Place du Capitole will launch the Top Départ and open on November 28, 2024.
The illuminations for their part will begin on the evening of November 29!!! The Christmas Market, Place du Capitole will be held until 12/29/24.
Don't miss out on immersing yourself in the Christmas atmosphere, with your family, in our beautiful pink city!!!
Not to be missed 2 hours from Toulouse: the medieval village of Domme in the Dordogne valley.
Labeled the most beautiful village in France.
Founded by Philip III the Bold in the 13th century.
This village played a big role during the Hundred Years'War.
At the entrance a door with towers, and architectural treasures such as : the market hall, the Saint-Marie church and the coin beater's house.
Local gastronomy, cultural event and panoramic view of the Dordogne.
Not to be miss one hour from Toulouse: The medieval city of Lautrec.
Gastronomy, old stone, craft and nature.
Cradel of the Toulouse-Lautrec family.
Land of Pastel: several shops offer pastel-based products.
The church the coll&