Unusual guided tour Toulouse in the Renaissance

Immerse yourself in the heart of 16th century Toulouse, guided by Belle Paule, the city’s iconic and legendary figure. In period costume, your Graduate Speaker Guide plays Paule de Viguier and takes you into a fascinating era of prosperity, refinement and religious turmoil. Browse the Capitole district, between mansions, places of power and testimonies of the wealth of the great families of Toulouse. Belle Paule tells you about the golden age of pastel, which made the city’s fortune, but also the life of the bourgeoisie, the arts, commerce and the economic and religious upheavals that marked the second half of the century. Through historical anecdotes, discover Toulouse differently on an immersive 1h45 tour, in small group, in French.

1. 1

   Place Saint-Etienne

   20 min

   Meet your Guide on Place Saint-Étienne, at the foot of its magnificent cathedral. From the moment you arrive, let yourself be transported to the Toulouse of the 16th century and take your first steps in history alongside the Belle Paule.

2. 2

   Place Saint-Georges

   20 min

   You will continue towards Place Saint George, one of the city’s important commercial squares in the 16th century.

3. 3

   Square Charles De Gaulle

   20 min

   You will then proceed to the dungeon of the capitol, a building witnessing the power of the capitouls and the importance given to defending the interests of the city.

4. 4

   Place De La Bourse

   20 min

   You will continue on your way to Place de la Bourse, in the heart of Toulouse’s old shopping district.

5. 5

   Pont Neuf

   25 min

   Your trip to 16th-century Toulouse will end near Pont Neuf, a symbol of a city undergoing transformation.

• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.