The Pink City belongs to you: our favourite places in Toulouse

Well situated in the innovative Cartoucherie eco-district and just a few minutes’ walk from the Garonne, your Eklo hotel is the perfect base from which to explore Toulouse, thanks in particular to the tram which passes in front of the hotel. Here are some of our favourite places for you to visit during your stay.

Past and present: art, history and culture in Toulouse

Is this your first trip to Toulouse, known as La Ville Rose (the Pink City)? A walk in the historic centre is not to be missed! Among the must-sees, check out the Capitole and its vast square, the Basilica of Saint Sernin as celebrated by Claude Nougaro in his song, as well as the Couvent des Jacobins, the Parliament and the Bourse des Marchands... And to give a nice contrast with these old stones, treat yourself to a visit to the Abattoirs. This former industrial site hosts the Regional Fund for Contemporary Art and a dedicated museum, as well as a bookshop, a library, an auditorium, workshops and more.

Shopping and snacking

Your Eklo hotel team warmly recommends a place full of character: the Groucho Vintage. This huge thrift store is a real Ali Baba's cave. Clothing, decorative items, accessories, and more… You’ll find treasures at very low prices. Finally, when hunger strikes, stop by Sixta. This restaurant and tearoom focuses on vegetarian, organic, fresh and local produce and the menu changes with each delivery. On the tearoom side, traditional pastries are accompanied by fine teas. Finally, nap cocoons invite you to take a break in silence, with music or for meditation...

Discover Toulouse at your own pace. Your Eklo hotel team will always be available to share their favourite places and current tips. Unless you prefer to sit at the bar or in our cosy spaces...

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Photo: Phil_Good

Eklo Hotels, a group of ecological and economical hotels located in France