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Guided Walking Tour of Old Town Toulon Secrets and Stories
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Overview

Perfect for cruise ship passengers looking for an authentic shore excursion in Toulon! Explore the hidden gems and rich history of Old Town Toulon on this guided walking tour. Experience surprising anecdotes and fascinating stories that reveal the secrets of this lesser-known city. Discover the thriving soap production era before Marseille's dominance, delve into the incredible battles of the Bay of Toulon, and learn about the lives of convicts from the largest penal colony of the kingdom. Unearth the dark past of "Little Chicago" and understand Toulon's significant role during Roman times. This tour offers a unique perspective on Toulon's evolution, from its ancient origins to pivotal events... like the shocking 1989 explosion.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

At the foot of the Statue of the Genius of Navigation, on the sea side.

End Point

End point

The tour ends at Place Louis Blanc, right next to the Tourist Office and just a stone’s throw from the port.

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. Port de Toulon
Ready 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.
Duration: 20 mins
2. 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 !
Duration: 10 mins
3. La Balagne
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.
Duration: 20 mins
4. Rue des Savonnières
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.
Duration: 10 mins
5. Toulon arsenal
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…
Duration: 15 mins
6. Les Halles de Toulon - Biltoki
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 !
Duration: 10 mins
7. Cours Lafayette
This 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.
Duration: 10 mins

Inclusion

Admission fees

Exclusion

Bottled water

Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

  • 0% refund if cancelled 0+ days before the start date

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Supplied by Explore Toulon

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