Toulouse Traveler Essentials
- Safety rating
- 8.3/10
- Best time to visit
- April to June and September to October for warm, pleasant weather.
- Population
- 1.0M
Overview
Known as 'La Ville Rose' for its terracotta brick buildings, Toulouse is a warm, youthful southern city and Europe's aerospace capital. A grand basilica, the Garonne riverbanks, and a lively student scene give it relaxed Occitan flair.
Getting around
A metro, trams, buses, and a walkable pink-brick center make getting around easy.
Local etiquette
Greet with 'bonjour' and embrace the relaxed southern pace and hearty regional cassoulet.
Safety
Toulouse is generally safe; use normal caution around transit areas and at night.