City centre

Toulouse, France

Home to historic wine bars and the Victor Hugo market.

Places in City centre

Victor Hugo market restaurant Faces the Victor Hugo market and proposes fresh products with market cuisine that varies according to seasons.
City centre bistrots Bistrots offering relaxed counter-service cuisine and a careful selection of table wines.
Au Père Louis Established in 1889, exudes old-world charm with its oak barrels and vintage bottles.
Chez Tonton Renowned for owner Madame Francoise and her excellent pastis, opened in the 1950s, famous for serving pastis by the metre - 17 glasses.

Best time to visit: April to June and September to October offer comfortable weather for exploring the Pink City's terracotta architecture.
Getting around: Toulouse's historic centre is walkable, with the Victor Hugo market area a central hub for food shopping.
Currency: Euro (EUR)
Language: French. English is common in tourism.
Timezone: CET (UTC+1, UTC+2 in summer)
Current trends: Toulouse's dining and drinking scene continues blending its Spanish-influenced tapas culture with historic French wine bar traditions, its 16 great restaurants ranging from cheap eats to Michelin dining reflecting the city's growing culinary sophistication.

Blagnac — Home to restaurant-bars like Alma offering elegant, festive dining.
Tapas quarter — Streets bristling with ethnic food stores and tapas bars reflecting Toulouse's Spanish connection.