What to do in Occitanie

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Occitanie travel guide

Lourdes - Tarbes which includes a sunset, a church or cathedral and heritage architecture

Toulouse which includes street scenes, a city and night scenes

Airbus featuring interior views and aircraft

Toulouse which includes street scenes and a city as well as a small group of people

Top places to visit

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 featuring interior views, heritage elements and a church or cathedral

2. 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 interior views and aircraft

3. 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 showing religious aspects as well as a large group of people

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 showing heritage architecture and a church or cathedral

5. Comedy Square

Place de la Comédie is an expansive oval-shaped plaza in the center of Montpellier. The pedestrianized square is a popular meeting place and is surrounded by grand 19th-century buildings including an opera house.

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Comedy Square showing street scenes as well as a large group of people

6. Capitole de Toulouse

As the most iconic and photographed landmark in the city, the Capitole de Toulouse earns its prestigious status with its stunning architecture, theatrical productions and fascinating tapestry of history. The shiny tiles and cobbles of the structure’s namesake plaza spread out before it, hosting the tables and chairs of elegant cafés and boutiques. Take a tour of the majestic building for a glimpse of its impressive features and rich past.

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Capitole de Toulouse featuring heritage architecture, street scenes and a square or plaza

What to do in Occitanie

Popular places to visit

Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary

4.5/5(52 reviews)

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

Pont du Gard

5/5(30 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Vers-Pont-du-Gard with a stop at Pont du Gard. Discover the countryside while you're in the area.

Airbus

4.5/5(10 reviews)

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

Massabielle Grotto

5/5(43 reviews)

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.

Basilica of the Immaculate Conception

4.5/5(52 reviews)

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.

Comedy Square

4.5/5(39 reviews)

One of the largest pedestrianized squares in Europe is a great place to come for coffee, to see some opera and shop for food and fashion.

Capitole de Toulouse

4.5/5(83 reviews)

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

Cite de l\'Espace which includes interior views

Cité de l'Espace

4/5(11 reviews)

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

Place du Capitole

4.5/5(62 reviews)

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.

Explore areas of Occitanie

Garonne which includes a river or creek, heritage architecture and a bridge

Toulouse City-Centre

4/5(114 area reviews)

Admire the artistic flair and marvel at the unspoiled architecture in the Pink City’s core on the banks of the Garonne River.

Naturist Village

4.5/5(4 area reviews)

You'll enjoy the bars and seaside views in Naturist Village. You might want to make time for a stop at Plage Naturiste Cap d'Agde or Occitanie Beaches.

Montpellier City-Centre

4/5(11 area reviews)

Noted for its historical sites and river views, there's plenty to explore in Montpellier City-Centre. Top attractions like Comedy Square and Fabre Museum are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Comedie Tram Station or Hotel de Ville Tram Station to see more of the city.

Port Leucate

If you're spending some time in Port Leucate, Gulf of Lion and Leucate Plongee are top sights worth seeing.

City of Carcassonne

4.5/5(14 area reviews)

City of Carcassonne is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Historic Fortified City of Carcassonne and Basilica of St. Nazaire and St. Celse while in the area.