Things to do in Midi-Pyrénées

Activities, attractions and tours

Garonne featuring a bridge, heritage architecture and night scenes
Lourdes - Tarbes featuring a church or cathedral, a sunset and heritage architecture
Saint Etienne Cathedrale featuring a fountain and a city
Garonne which includes heritage architecture, a river or creek and a sunset
Toulouse featuring a fountain and a statue or sculpture as well as a couple

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1. Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary

Step into an explosion of color and artistry in the impressive Basilica of Notre Dame du Rosaire, which is also known as the Rosary Basilica. This Byzantine-styled cathedral is smaller than its two neighbors, but is perhaps more artistically striking. Visit this active place of worship and stay to marvel at the mosaics.
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Rosary Basilica showing heritage elements, a church or cathedral and interior views

2. Massabielle Grotto

The Grotto of Massabielle, also known as the Grotto of Apparitions, is visited by about 6 million pilgrims every year. Visit the site of a spring which was unearthed by a teenage peasant in the 19th century after a visitation from the Virgin Mary. Hear stories of how the water that flows here is said to have healed countless visitors since it was first discovered.
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Grotte of Massabielle featuring religious elements as well as a large group of people

3. Airbus

Airbus is an aeronautical designer with a fascinating factory that offers an insight into its history and processes. The site gives you a comprehensive overview of the assembly line, the eco-friendly features and many other aspects of the airplane manufacturer. Follow an informative docent on one of the three guided tour circuits available here.
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Airbus showing aircraft and interior views

4. Basilica of the Immaculate Conception

Join flocks of devoted pilgrims on a trip to the Basilica of Notre Dame de l’Immaculée-Conception. This distinctive landmark is hard to miss; a towering 19th-century church that sits above the Grotto of Massebielle, a world-famous pilgrimage destination. Visit to marvel at the architecture and to experience a moment of reflection inside the hushed interior.
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Notre-Dame de l\'Immaculee-Conception featuring heritage architecture and a church or cathedral

5. Cité de l'Espace

The Cité de l’Espace is a theme park and interactive exhibition with a focus on the conquest of space. It contains full-scale models of rockets and a planetarium with several fascinating exhibits that explain humanity’s relationship with space. Gaze up beyond the sky and learn about the cosmos through the intriguing displays of this enlightening complex.
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Cite de l\'Espace showing interior views

What to do in Midi-Pyrénées

Popular places to visit

Rosary Basilica showing heritage elements, a church or cathedral and interior views

Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary

The smaller basilica in the Sanctuary of Notre Dame de Lourdes is an artistic marvel, famed for its colorful mosaics and themed chapels.

Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary
Grotte of Massabielle featuring religious elements as well as a large group of people

Massabielle Grotto

Join the millions of visitors who flock to one of the most famous pilgrimage sites in the world, a place associated with miraculous visions and healing waters.

Massabielle Grotto
Airbus showing aircraft and interior views

Airbus

Learn about Toulouse’s long history of aeronautics with the three guided tours of this iconic developer’s factory and main sites.

Airbus
Notre-Dame de l\'Immaculee-Conception featuring heritage architecture and a church or cathedral

Basilica of the Immaculate Conception

One of the most eye-catching monuments in Lourdes is the basilica that sits above the grotto, part of a wider sanctuary of impressive churches.

Basilica of the Immaculate Conception
Cite de l\'Espace showing interior views

Cité de l'Espace

Watch your kids have fun learning, predict the weather and train physically for a mission into space in this hands-on museum.

Cité de l'Espace
Padirac Cave

Padirac Cave

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Padirac Cave during your travels in Padirac. Discover the countryside in this quaint area.

Padirac Cave
Place du Capitole

Place du Capitole

Learn about the local history of Toulouse when you spend time at Place du Capitole. Amble around the area's riverfront or visit its cathedral.

Place du Capitole
Pic du Midi de Bigorre

Pic du Midi de Bigorre

Explore the great outdoors at Pic du Midi de Bigorre, a lovely green space in Bagnères-de-Bigorre. Discover the mountain views in this quaint area, or seek out the ski slopes.

Pic du Midi de Bigorre
Capitole de Toulouse showing a square or plaza, street scenes and heritage architecture

Capitole de Toulouse

Attend a theatrical or orchestral performance and admire the artworks on the alleged spot where St. Saturnin of Toulouse was martyred.

Capitole de Toulouse

Areas of Midi-Pyrénées

Garonne which includes heritage architecture, a river or creek and night scenes

Toulouse City-Centre

Noted for its historic sites and river views, there's plenty to explore in Toulouse City-Centre. Top attractions like Church of the Jacobins and Place du Capitole are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Capitole Station or Jeanne d'Arc Metro Station to see more of the city.

Toulouse City-Centre
Capitole de Toulouse featuring dining out, a city and night scenes

Capitole

Discover Capitole, memorable for its historic sites. Popular attractions in Capitole include Place du Capitole and Church of the Jacobins, and you can see more of the area by hopping on the metro at Capitole Station.

Capitole
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Saint-Cyprien

Saint-Cyprien is well-liked for its restaurants and museums. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, La Prairie Des Filtres and Centre de l'Affiche are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Saint Cyprien-Republique Station or Fer à Cheval Tram Stop to get around.

Saint-Cyprien
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Toulouse Left Bank

The museums and parks are just a few things visitors like about Toulouse Left Bank. Zenith de Toulouse and Toulouse Hippodrome are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Bagatelle Station or Mermoz Station to get around the larger area.

Toulouse Left Bank
Jardin des Plantes which includes a park, flowers and wildflowers

Toulouse South-East

Toulouse South-East is well-liked for its parks and casinos. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Jardin des Plantes and Stadium de Toulouse are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Faculté de Pharmacie Metro Station or Rangueil Station to get around.

Toulouse South-East
Basilique Saint-Sernin which includes heritage architecture

Arnaud Bernard

Arnaud Bernard is noteworthy for its historic sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Basilica of Saint-Sernin and Place du Capitole.

Arnaud Bernard