Unusual guided tour Toulouse in the Age of Enlightenment
Overview
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1 hour 30 minutes
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Discover the Saint Etienne district of Toulouse by immersing yourself in the refinement of the 18th century during an unusual guided tour led by Mme de Cambon, descendant of Pierre-Paul Riquet, the illustrious designer of the Canal du Midi.
In period costume, and with passion, Madame de Cambon will tell you the incredible stories of her century, Toulouse on the eve of the Revolution, the daily life and gossip of Toulouse high society as well as the important role of her husband. at the court of justice representing the good King of France Louis XVI.
Toulouse life in the Age of Enlightenment is offered to you.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Cathedrale Saint-Etienne
The visit will begin with a discovery of the interior of the Saint Etienne cathedral with its unusual architecture and where Pierre Paul Riquet rests.
Place Saint-Etienne
From here, our dear Madame de Cambon will tell you about the former Archiepiscopal Palace (today's prefecture) and the Griffoul fountain.
What‘s Included
Inset tour guide
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Unusual guided tour Toulouse in the Age of Enlightenment
Reviews
77 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
What to do
corinnecN2153AH,May 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great visit. An excellent speaker guide. We were completely immersed in the 18th
"Return to Toulouse in 1786"
Hervé G,May 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very original visit with return to the past St Étienne district in 1786
Successful journey in the 17th century
sophiepY3321FJ,Apr 15, 2026
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5.00A very good time, cultural, fun of good duration
Great!
Jet25287853151,Apr 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00super discovery of Toulouse with the Belle Paule for our 2nd visit as well as the Enlightenment in March Do not hesitate to embark on these beautiful adventures...
Excellent Guide
christelg300,Mar 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very good time with a very erudite and humorous guide! A great moment of history on Toulouse! Bravo.
Excellent afternoon with Lucille
Q9416OJmichelleg,Mar 6, 2026
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5.00Great guide, lots of humor and kindness as well as knowledge. I often travel with a guide but none has been as exciting as her. Starting over with her++++++ Thanks.
A beautiful discovery and a guide at the top!
laurencegI1980GM,Feb 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It is as much a visit as an animation, the guide in costume and period character made us immerse ourselves in the time. High quality Mrs Cambon guide service
Great visit, we didn't see the time pass, very alive, we have fun while learning a lot, I
Mattalia,Feb 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great visit We haven't seen the time pass
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armindam322,Dec 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very well organized tour, with a very professional host and with fun and historical anecdotes I strongly advise her
A nice parenthesis
661francev,Dec 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Visit rich in anecdotes and captivating. The guide is sparkling, cultured and managed to immerse us in its time. Bravo.
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