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A historic building with ornate balconies and a clock tower. 1
A group of people outdoors, with buildings and trees in the background. 2
A group of people standing on a sidewalk, a tree, and a building with a sign that reads 'LIBRAIRIE FALB.' 3
A person with a backpack and a name tag, holding a piece of food, standing in a public square with trees and buildings in the background. 4
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Guided visit on the history of Toulon

By Explore Toulon
Free cancellation available
Price is €36 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 2h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages

Overview

  • A walking tour in the historic centre
  • Stories about the city's little-known history
  • A local live guide to recommend additional things to do and places to explore

Activity location

    • Toulon
    • Toulon, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Quai Cronstadt, 83000 Toulon, France | At the foot of the statue of the Genius of Navigation.
    • Toulon, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France

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Guided tour of Toulon's history in French

  • Activity duration is 2 hours2h
    2h
  • French

Discover Toulon differently: a walk in the historic centre in French to explore its port, its maritime past, and its iconic places through anecdotes and highlights.

Language options: French
Starting time: 15:30
Price details
€36.00 x 1 Adult€36.00
Total
Price is €36.00
Until Sun, 19 Jul

Toulon History Guided Tour - English

  • Activity duration is 2 hours2h
    2h
  • English

History of Toulon English Guided Tour

Language options: English
Starting time: 10:00
Price details
€36.00 x 1 Adult€36.00
Total
Price is €36.00
Until Sun, 19 Jul

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Live guide
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Guided visit
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Hotel pick-up and drop-off
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Bus ticket to get to the meeting point
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Drinks and drinks

Know before you book

  • Not suitable for: Children under 10 years, People over 95 years
  • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
  • This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

What you can expect

On this unique guided visit, which starts at the harbour, I invite you to set sail to discover the city's must-see monuments and learn about its maritime history, its great eras, and the secrets of its harbour. A tour full of historical anecdotes, significant events and unforgettable characters.
Learn how a young artilleryman became one of the most famous legends in France, playing a key role during the siege of Toulon in 1793.
Shiver as you hear stories of the Toulon prison, the largest in the country, where convicts worked in chains in the service of the Royal Navy.
Travel back in time to understand the strategic development of the naval base throughout the reigns, between military conquests, unexpected alliances, and surprising innovations.
Let yourself be surprised by a little-known chapter in the city's history, from the time when Toulon was nicknamed “Little Constantinople”.

Why should you choose this tour?
Because it's a walking tour through the historic centre full of unusual anecdotes, significant events, and unforgettable characters.
A delightful blend of culture, heritage, and curiosities, ideal for history enthusiasts as well as casual city explorers.
A different way to discover Toulon!

Location

Activity location

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    • Toulon
    • Toulon, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    • Quai Cronstadt, 83000 Toulon, France | At the foot of the statue of the Genius of Navigation.
    • Toulon, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France