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Guided Walking Tour of Toulon: Landmarks & City History
Toulon, French Riviera, France, Europe
$40.40
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
Overview
The Guided Walking Tour of Old Town Toulon reveals the hidden gems and rich history of this lesser-known city. Join a knowledgeable guide as you uncover fascinating stories and surprising anecdotes about Toulon’s past.
- 🗺️ Start your adventure at Port de Toulon with an unusual anecdote and a quick introduction to the city’s vibrant naval port.
- 🏛️ Discover the mysterious square that witnessed the shocking explosion of 1989, an event that left a lasting mark on the area.
- 🎨 Stop in front of one of Toulon’s largest murals to learn about the harrowing history of convicts who served in the Royal Navy's penal labor camp for over a century.
- 🧼 Visit a charming square that was once the soap capital of France, exploring the decline of Toulon soap and its connection to the port's history.
- ⚓ Explore the entrance to the military arsenal, where one of the most traumatic chapters of Toulon during World War II unfolded, complete with unexpected twists.
- 🏺 Journey back in time at a lively square where remnants of the Roman Empire have been discovered, highlighting Toulon’s significant role in ancient history.
- 🌟 Conclude your tour by reflecting on the dramatic career launch of a famous figure shaped by the Siege of Toulon in 1793, commemorated at a lasting reminder on-site.
- 💧 Enjoy included bottled water to keep you refreshed during your two-hour exploration of Toulon’s secrets.
- ♿ Wheelchair accessible with all areas and surfaces accommodating mobility needs, ensuring everyone can enjoy this insightful tour.
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The experience offers several options. This price includes:
Visita guíada histórica
Visita en Español
Visita en Español
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 2 hours
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- Admission fee
- Bottled water
Meeting point
At the foot of the Statue of the Genius of Navigation, on the sea side.
Return details
The tour ends at Place Louis Blanc, right next to the Tourist Office and just a stone’s throw from the port.
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Port de ToulonReady to discover Toulon from a surprising angle? We’ll start this tour with an unusual anecdote, then give you a quick introduction to the city today and its famous naval port. By taking a brief look at its history, you’ll better understand all the fascinating little stories and hidden secrets you’ll uncover during the tour.
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Behind the name of this charming square lies one of Toulon’s most mysterious and striking stories. Discover the surprising explosion that shook this place in broad daylight back in 1989 !
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We stop in front of one of the city’s largest murals to dive into the fascinating and harrowing history of the convicts who worked here for over a century, serving the Royal Navy in the largest penal labor camp in France. Between daring escapes, harsh living conditions, and extraordinary characters, this chapter of Toulon’s history is full of secrets waiting to be uncovered.
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This charming, colorful square takes us back to the time when Toulon was the soap capital of France, before Marseille took over the monopoly. But behind this industry lies a secret: the decline of Toulon soap, a story closely tied to the history of its port.
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We stop in front of the entrance to the military arsenal, a place steeped in history. Here unfolded one of the most traumatic chapters in Toulon during World War II. But far from ending as you might expect, this story holds a surprising twist…
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We stop at this lively and popular square in Toulon, where remnants from the Roman Empire have been discovered. This will be our starting point to travel back to the city’s distant past. At that time, Toulon was one of only two privileged cities supplying the Roman Empire with a mysterious… and completely little-known production !
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Cours LafayetteThis tour will conclude by exploring the dramatic launch of the career of one of France’s most famous figures. A man whose destiny was shaped by the Siege of Toulon in 1793. A lasting reminder on-site still commemorates this historic event today.
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Guided Walking Tour of Toulon: Landmarks & City History
Toulon, French Riviera, France, Europe
$40.40
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
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We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!