21 days in Toulouse & Barcelona Itinerary

On the Garonne River, Toulouse is on the site of an ancient Roman settlement, and even today, many of the smaller streets follow their Roman counterparts, while many of the red brick buildings are built in a pseudo-Roman style.

Escape the urban bustle at Garonne and Ferme des Reptiles. Family-friendly places like Cathedrale St-Etienne and Grotte de Lombrives will thrill your kids. Venture out of the city with trips to Chateau de Chalabre (in Chalabre), Chateau de Foix (in Foix) and Carcassonne Center (Eglise Saint-Nazaire, Lac de Cavayere, &more). The adventure continues: explore the historical opulence of Forteresse de Najac, look for all kinds of wild species at Les Galops du Boisset, explore the world behind art at Musee des Augustins, and appreciate the extensive heritage of Quai de la Daurade.

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Nottingham, UK to Toulouse is an approximately 7-hour flight. You can also do a combination of train and flight; or take a train. The time zone difference moving from Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) to Central European Standard Time (CET) is 1 hour. Plan for a bit warmer temperatures traveling from Nottingham in August, with highs in Toulouse at 32°C and lows at 19°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 21st (Sun) early enough to go by car to Barcelona.

Barcelona, the country’s second-largest city, is a cosmopolitan urban center known for its throbbing youthful energy and stellar architecture.

Get in touch with nature at Fishing Charters & Tours and Nova Mar Bella Beach. Kids will appreciate attractions like The Carmel Bunkers and Bogatell Beach. Venture out of the city with trips to Camino de Ronda (in S'Agaro), Playa de Arrabassada (in Tarragona) and Salou (Llevant Beach & Illuminated Fountain). Next up on the itinerary: look for all kinds of wild species at Fundacio Mona, Centre de Recuperacio de Primats, find something for the whole family at Bubbleparc, examine the collection at Hash Marihuana & Hemp Museum, and browse the fresh offerings at Mercat Santa Caterina.

Plan my day in Barcelona using traveler tips and tourist information provided by Inspirock.

Traveling by car from Toulouse to Barcelona takes 4 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or take a train. Plan for somewhat warmer nights when traveling from Toulouse in August since evenings lows in Barcelona dip to 25°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 31st (Wed) early enough to catch the flight back home.