Capitole Square sits at the centre of Toulouse, in the Occitania region of southern France, and it is where many visits to the city begin. The square takes its name from the Capitole, the building that houses the city hall, whose neoclassical façade faces the open space.
What to see
The pink brick of the City Hall gives the square much of its character, and it is the colour that has earned Toulouse its nickname, the Pink City. Visitors come to admire the building's façade and to take in the square itself, which is busy with people throughout the day.
What the square is like
- A lively open space that is often busy with passers-by
- A setting for markets and public events
- A convenient starting point for walking around the old city
Because the square is so central, it works well as a first stop. From here you can set out on foot to explore the streets around it, and the square itself is an easy place to pause, sit and watch the city go by. Whether you come for a particular market or event, or simply to orient yourself, Capitole Square gives a good first impression of Toulouse.