Toulouse Noir Free Tour: Crimes, Legends & Mysteries
Overview
Toulouse is known as the Pink City. But some of its stories are much darker.
On the Toulouse Noir tour, we’ll explore the historic center to uncover that other side of the city: people persecuted for their beliefs, ancient legends, public executions, crimes that shocked Toulouse, and cases where, centuries later, questions still remain unanswered.
Along the way, we’ll encounter heretics, clergymen, the condemned, a dead man who, according to legend, refused to behave like a normal dead person… and several figures who would probably prefer that Toulouse had forgotten their stories.
If you’ve already seen the Toulouse of the postcards, come discover the one hidden behind the pink.
Outdoor tour.
Approximate duration: 1 hour 30 minutes.
Tour in Spanish.
Comfortable shoes are recommended.
Some stories involve deaths, executions, and real crimes.
This activity includes:
- Couvent des Jacobins
- Chapelle des Cordeliers
- Basilique Saint-Sernin de Toulouse
- Quai de la Daurade
- Rue du Taur
- Place Saint-Georges
Our Guides
On arrival
We'll meet at the fountain in Saint-Sernin Square, right across from the Musée Saint-Raymond, Toulouse's archaeology museum. It's a very prominent spot that's easy to find, just a few steps from the Basilica of Saint-Sernin.
Things to note
Look for the fountain in Saint-Sernin Square, across from the entrance to the Musée Saint-Raymond. I’ll be waiting for the group by the fountain, and I’ll be carrying a yellow umbrella so you can spot me easily. Try to arrive about 10 minutes before the tour starts so we can begin on time. If you’re coming from the Basilica of Saint-Sernin, just cross the square toward the museum.
Cancellation policy
You are free to cancel a booking anytime. We kindly remind you to cancel bookings you cannot arrive for. Being reported as absent decreases your customer level points and the benefits you can enjoy.
