Couvent des Jacobins
Centre
A Gothic convent with a soaring palm-tree vault, one of the most beautiful in France.
- Suggested time: 1 hr
- No booking needed
- Suits: Couples · Culture lovers
Daily, roughly 10:00–18:00
4 quieter places to add to the big sights: viewpoints, markets, walks, small museums and local favourites.
4 places in Toulouse
Centre
A Gothic convent with a soaring palm-tree vault, one of the most beautiful in France.
Daily, roughly 10:00–18:00
Centre
A fine art museum in a medieval convent, with a peaceful cloister garden.
Wednesday–Monday, roughly 10:00–18:00
Saint-Cyprien
A contemporary art museum in a former slaughterhouse, with a huge Picasso stage curtain.
Closed Mondays
Saint-Cyprien
A lively district across the river with markets, cafés and a relaxed feel, away from the main sights.
Streets open all day
Hidden gems are the quieter alternatives to the headline sights. Prices, hours and booking advice are approximate, so check the official site before you go.