Monday, October 27, 2014

Exploring the gardens of Toulouse

My recent solo trip to Toulouse was splendid. I walked about 25 km — somewhat unintentionally since I couldn’t find the bus stops for the free shuttle. I took advantage of the sunshine and visited the city’s wonderful gardens.

Jardin Royal


Located just 1 km from the Capitole, Jardin Royal is a serene oasis containing old, exotic species of plants.

Jardin Royal, Toulouse

Jardin Royal, Toulouse
Jardin Royal, Toulouse

Jardin Royal, Toulouse

Jardin Royal, Toulouse

Jardin du Grand Rond

Jardin du Grand Rond is one of Toulouse’s most flowery gardens.

Jardin du Grand Rond, Toulouse

Jardin du Grand Rond, Toulouse


Jardin du Grand Rond, Toulouse
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Jardin du Grand Rond, Toulouse

Jardin des Plantes

Unfortunately, my visit to Jardin des Plantes had to be quick or I would have been late meeting my cousin for lunch. This is the oldest public park in Toulouse dating back to the French Revolution. The garden has more than 100 species of trees and is located next door to the new Natural History Museum, which will be at the top of my to-do list the next time I visit.

Jardin des Plantes, Toulouse


A resident of Jardin des Plantes, Toulouse

Jardin Compans Caffarelli

This vast 25-acre garden is located adjacent to Universite Toulouse.

An inviting place to rest in Jardin Compans Caffarelli, Toulouse
Jardin Compans Caffarelli, Toulouse


Jardin Compans Caffarelli, Toulouse

Jardin Japonais


Located within Compans Caffarelli, this tranquil spot was the perfect finale for ma petite visite à la Ville Rose.

Jardin Japonais, Toulouse


Jardin Japonais, Toulouse

Jardin Japonais, Toulouse

Find out more about visiting the gardens and many other sites in Toulouse by visiting the city’s Tourisme website here.


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