This Wednesday, August 6th, the Saint-Raymond Museum in Toulouse invites you to dive into the depths of local history with an express but intense journey. In just 30 minutes, this “flash visit” offers a rare and privileged access to an archaeological site hidden beneath the museum, which is itself an ancient university college built in 1523. A place literally filled with layers of civilization.
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From Gallo-Roman Tombs to Medieval Secrets
This guided tour through the underground allows you to admire exceptional remains in their original location. Well-preserved Gallo-Roman tombs, the remains of a medieval hospital, and even an old lime kiln, all discreetly nestled beneath the cobblestones of the city center. In short: a larger-than-life Toulouse history, waiting to be discovered with an imaginary hard hat on your head.
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Open to curious minds from the age of 15, this tour is just as suitable for archaeology enthusiasts as it is for Sunday strollers. It’s the kind of suspended moment where the city reveals its roots, in a short, upbeat, and easy-to-follow format. It’s a chance to rethink Toulouse not just as a modern metropolis, but as a palimpsest of civilizations and beliefs.
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A rare event you won't want to miss
This kind of visit doesn't happen every day, and even less so with such an efficient schedule. It's free with your museum ticket, lasts just 30 minutes, and it's sure to thrill both lovers of ancient stones and those devoted to binge-watching Netflix… but with a Gallo-Roman twist. So, on August 6th, you know what to do at 11:30!
Address: 1 ter Pl. Saint-Sernin, 31000 Toulouse, France