Toulon France
Country: France · Region: Western Mediterranean
Toulon is a medium-sized French port city between Marseille and Nice on the western French Riviera, featuring a large marina and historic old port that regularly receives cruise ships.
Top sights
Vieux Port (old harbor), Cathedral Notre-Dame-de-la-Seds, Mont-Faron Hill, Musée de la Marine (Naval Museum), Place Puget, Opera of Toulon
Things to do
- Mont-Faron
- A 500m high hill accessible by cable car offering bird's-eye views of the city, with a zoo, memorial museum, and hiking paths.
- Musée de la Marine (Naval Museum)
- Located at the entrance of the naval base, it features collections relating to the naval history of Toulon.
- Cathedral Notre-Dame-de-la-Seds
- Built in the 11th century near Place Puget, it features numerous paintings from the 18th century.
- Vieux Port
- The historic old harbour features a promenade with souvenir shops, coffee shops, fish restaurants, and the Genius of Navigation statue.
Beaches
- Mourillon beaches
- Several beaches set up in the 1950s south of the Mourillon quarter with parks and entertainment for children.
- Les Sablettes
- A beach in la Seyne sur Mer near Toulon with direct access and a promenade.
Where to eat
- School Anne Sophie Pic (Toulon's Catering and Tourism School)
- A teaching restaurant where culinary students practice with great prices and good reviews, plus a ground floor Boutique Gourmande for ready meals and pastries.
- Brasserie Le Saint Gabriel
- Located at 334 Avenue de la République, it serves Provençal cuisine.
Bars and nightlife
- Le Chantilly
- A historic brasserie founded in 1907 located at 15 place Pierre Puget.
Forecast for Toulon
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Weather in Toulon by month
Averages from 2015 to 2024, not a forecast. Within about two weeks of a date, the live forecast above is the one to trust.
| Month | Average high | Average low | Rainfall | Wet days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 55°F | 44°F | 2.0 in | 6 |
| February | 56°F | 45°F | 2.5 in | 8 |
| March | 59°F | 47°F | 2.4 in | 6 |
| April | 64°F | 51°F | 2.4 in | 7 |
| May | 70°F | 57°F | 2.0 in | 7 |
| June | 79°F | 65°F | 1.2 in | 5 |
| July | 85°F | 70°F | 0.4 in | 1 |
| August | 84°F | 70°F | 0.7 in | 2 |
| September | 78°F | 64°F | 2.0 in | 6 |
| October | 70°F | 58°F | 4.7 in | 9 |
| November | 61°F | 51°F | 4.4 in | 10 |
| December | 57°F | 46°F | 2.6 in | 7 |
Getting around
The metropolitan bus and ferry network is operated by Réseau Mistral; a cable car (téléphérique) provides access to Mont-Faron.
What to eat
The Vieux Port area features numerous fish restaurants and coffee shops; Marché de Provence (traditional market) on Cours Lafayette offers local regional products.
Tips
Visit the Vieux Port early to avoid crowds and enjoy the still sea with typical Provençal atmosphere and wooden boats.
Best for
History, Naval heritage, Mediterranean port culture
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