Toulouse Walking Tours
Toulouse Walking Tours
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Award-winning English speaking walking tours around the city of Toulouse à la Penny! With over 13 years' experience of guiding in Toulouse, my mission is to help you fall under the charm and magic of 'La Ville Rose'. Through walking & talking I'll share my passion for all-things Toulouse to help you experience Toulouse like a local & get the most out of your trip. Plus, as a real foodie I'm always sharing my tips for where to sample the best of the city's cuisine. I offer both Scheduled walks and Private Bookings.
Toulouse, Occitanie, France
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2024
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Paul
Risca, UK3 contributions
Jun 2022 • Couples
Penny was fantastic, friendly, informative and extremely knowledgeable in all Aspects of the architecture and history of Toulouse. We can throughly recommend this to anyone who wants an insight into this beautiful city. Not too strenuous and the part way stop with cordial and homemade cakes was perfect
Written 24 June 2022
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Many thanks for the review. I'm delighted that you thought my tours were friendly, informative and would thoroughly recommend to others. I love what I do and I'm glad that came across! Best wishes, Penny
Written 15 July 2022
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Chris S
Issaquah, WA5 contributions
Oct 2021 • Solo
Absolutely delightful tour of the central core of Toulouse. Penny is an exceptionally good guide. She was able to weave together the historical aspects in the city, from Roman to modern time’s, along with cultural aspects, food, wine, chocolate, etc., all while keeping all the tour interesting.
Scheduling a tour with Toulouse Walking Tours is well worth your time, and you’ll leave with many ideas for exploring further.
Scheduling a tour with Toulouse Walking Tours is well worth your time, and you’ll leave with many ideas for exploring further.
Written 2 October 2021
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Thank you for your review. I'm so pleased that you enjoyed your tour and felt it was 'well worth your time'. It's a privillege to share my passion for Toulouse and I'm delighted that came across. Best wishes, Penny
Written 15 October 2021
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Ali K
3 contributions
Aug 2020 • Friends
Penny was a remarkable guide. The tour was well curated and enabled us to discover the main attractions with hidden insights. Her knowledge brought the city's history to light and provided a layer of depth to each attraction that made us enjoy it more.
Written 16 August 2020
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Thank you for your review. I'm humbled with your compliment of being a 'remarkable guide' - it's an honour to have the job I do and I'm delighted that you enjoyed your trip to Toulouse more because of the tour. Best wishes, Penny
Written 30 August 2020
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Jackie P
7 contributions
Aug 2021
Anyone looking for an engaging, interesting and knowledgable tour guide should look no further than Penny Dickinson. We took a private “Key Sights” tour with Penny which covered the main postcard sights of Toulouse. Penny’s passion for Toulouse was both clear and contagious and I felt educated and entertained all the way around and inspired to visit la Ville Rose more often. The refreshments were very welcome too!
Written 15 August 2021
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Many thanks for your review. I'm so pleased that you enjoyed your private tour, and also that it has inspired you to visit Toulouse more often - it's a magical place and I love helping people get the best out of their time in the city. I'm glad the refreshments were appreciated too! Best wishes, Penny
Written 24 August 2021
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WRE00
1 contribution
Feb 2020
My wife, my nephew and I recently spent 3 days in Toulouse (with a 1/2 day trip to Carcassonne included). When we travel to a new city we usually arrange a walking tour for the first day so we can get a feel for what is important to see, have questions answered and also get some recommendations on places where locals go to eat. As other reviewers have stated, this was one of the best tours we have ever been on (how many other tours include a break with tea and home made cakes!). Penny was outstanding in all areas. She is very knowledgeable (and passionate) about the area and it's history. She answered all of our questions and gave us great suggestions for additional things to do and places to eat. I was especially impressed with how she interacted with our 14 yr old nephew. He liked the tour as well.
Thanks for a great tour Penny. It was top notch!
Thanks for a great tour Penny. It was top notch!
Written 1 March 2020
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Many thanks for your review. I'm delighted that you all enjoyed the tour and that your nephew had a great time too. My job is my passion and I'm so pleased that came across! Come back to Toulouse and let the city work some more magic on you! Best wishes, Penny
Written 4 March 2020
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Nigel
Gimont, France6 contributions
Sept 2022
We have been living 55kms from Toulouse for 16 years and only really visited the city occasionally for shopping or specific events, however this summer, we had some old friends visiting us who mentioned they like a bit of history etc. so we decided to book a tour for us all......enter Penny and her Toulouse Walking Tours one woman show!
To put it simply, it was just great!
The tour booked was for the Key Sights and scheduled to last 2 hours (note that depending on the group it can take a little longer, as she mentions on the website).
At the rdv point we had some quick introductions with the rest of the group and outline of what we'd be doing.
(For info our group was 11 in total, including one participant in a wheelchair).
Penny then took us on a really informative, interesting and fun visit of some of the key sites of Toulouse.
No information or dates overload, everything was clearly and simply explained with an associated history and background. Obviously very well researched and prepared, even homemade light refreshments were provided during a short stop by the river as well.
Penny is enthusiastic and ready to answer questions both on and off topic, you can tell she really enjoys her job too!
Our friends enjoyed the tour just as much as we did and want to do another one with Penny next time they're here, so what more do you need to say! We'll be going along with them too!
To put it simply, it was just great!
The tour booked was for the Key Sights and scheduled to last 2 hours (note that depending on the group it can take a little longer, as she mentions on the website).
At the rdv point we had some quick introductions with the rest of the group and outline of what we'd be doing.
(For info our group was 11 in total, including one participant in a wheelchair).
Penny then took us on a really informative, interesting and fun visit of some of the key sites of Toulouse.
No information or dates overload, everything was clearly and simply explained with an associated history and background. Obviously very well researched and prepared, even homemade light refreshments were provided during a short stop by the river as well.
Penny is enthusiastic and ready to answer questions both on and off topic, you can tell she really enjoys her job too!
Our friends enjoyed the tour just as much as we did and want to do another one with Penny next time they're here, so what more do you need to say! We'll be going along with them too!
Written 21 September 2022
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Many thanks for your review. I'm delighted that both you as locals and your friends who were visiting enjoyed our tour and thought it was ' informative, interesting and fun'! At the risk of using a cliché, I do love my job and am am always really glad when that comes across! It would be my absolute pleasure to welcome you & your friends onto another of my tours, there's so much to discover! Best wishes, Penny
Written 3 November 2022
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Anne G
2 contributions
Jul 2022 • Family
Penny led us on a very informative and enjoyable tour of Toulouse. Her love and enthusiasm for the city is very apparent, and her commentary is based on detailed research, peppered with some quirky facts and the insider knowledge of a local. Our group contained people from four countries and several young teens, and Penny’s bubbly and engaging personality made all feel welcome.
Serving us homemade cakes and lemon cordial provided some respite on a warm summer morning.
I look forward to taking one of Penny’s tours on our next visit to Toulouse!
Serving us homemade cakes and lemon cordial provided some respite on a warm summer morning.
I look forward to taking one of Penny’s tours on our next visit to Toulouse!
Written 7 July 2022
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Thank you for your review and it would be my pleasure to welcome you on a different tour next time you visit Toulouse. I'm really glad that all the generations enjoyed their tour - there is something for everyone in Toulouse and it's always lovely to share my passion with clients. Best wishes, Penny
Written 23 August 2022
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Linda A
Avignon, France27 contributions
Jun 2021
Have done two of Penny’s tours now. Each has been a magical journey through time, coloured in beautifully by Penny’s enthusiastic delivery. Got a map at the end to help retrace our steps back to that chocolate shop, that restaurant……. The homemade drinks and snacks were a delight. Highly recommend as a perfect start to exploring the fabulous city.
Written 14 June 2021
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Thank you for your review. I'm thrilled that you enjoyed the 'Beyond the Postcard' tour as much as the 'Key Sights' tour and am so glad that you appreciated the tips en route. It's always my privilege to share my passion for Toulouse. Best wishes, Penny
Written 18 June 2021
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Nele H
1 contribution
Dec 2023 • Family
We had a lovely afternoon with Penny on our waking tour of Toulouse at the end of December. Having lived here for over a year myself I was excited to get so much in-depth knowledge of buildings and places I pass by everyday! It was also a great experience for our family and friends who had come to visit Toulouse for the first time.
Penny is extremely knowledgeable and it is obvious that she has a clear passion for her chosen work. Homemade biscuits and multiple choices of tea made a great ‘picnic’ by the Garonne. We will definitely be booking more tours with Penny when we have more visitors, and I full heartedly recommend Penny for both people who want to discover Toulouse for the first time and those who already know a bit more about it! So far it’s been the best tour I’ve ever attended! Thank you Penny!
Penny is extremely knowledgeable and it is obvious that she has a clear passion for her chosen work. Homemade biscuits and multiple choices of tea made a great ‘picnic’ by the Garonne. We will definitely be booking more tours with Penny when we have more visitors, and I full heartedly recommend Penny for both people who want to discover Toulouse for the first time and those who already know a bit more about it! So far it’s been the best tour I’ve ever attended! Thank you Penny!
Written 9 January 2024
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Thank you for your review! I'm delighted that both locals and visitors had a lovely afternoon on our tour, felt my love for Toulouse and enjoyed riverside homemade treats. I LOVE what I do and am always so pleased when that comes across. It would be an hponour to help you discover more of Toulouse's secrets on a future tour. Best wishes, Penny
Written 30 January 2024
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Mike W
1 contribution
Sept 2021 • Couples
We did a tour of Toulouse some years ago but this was so much better. Penny’s enthusiasm for the city is infectious and will make you want to revisit some of her favourite places. More like walking round with a knowledgeable friend than a dry tour guide.
Highly recommended!
Highly recommended!
Written 28 September 2021
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Many thanks for your review. I'm over the moon that you consider the Key Sights tour the 'best ever tour of Toulouse', and am glad you appreciated my approach. Best wishes, Penny
Written 30 September 2021
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How do I book a tour and request Penny as our guide? Thanks, Russ
Written 3 March 2019
Hi Russ, thanks for your question. I operate as a one-woman band so any booking through Toulouse Walking Tours will be led by me. there is a booking page on toulousewalkingtours website and it would be a pleasure to share my passion for Toulouse with you. Unsure if you have specific dates in mind but the next tour is a Key Sights tour tomorrow morning (5th March). Brgds, Penny
Written 4 March 2019
Hi Penny, I was wondering if you have any tours today at 11am. There would be 3 of us and we are travelling in from a village that is about an hours drive away, for the day. If you do have availability it would also be helpful to know where is best to park to meet you.
Kind Regards
Tricia
Written 15 November 2018
Hi Tricia,
Many apologies for some reason I didn't receive a notification about your message and am only just seeing it now. I do hope you had a wonderful stay and got to enjoy your day in Toulouse.
Kind regards,
Penny
Written 12 February 2019
Lawrence
London, United Kingdom
The website isnt working, how can i book for either 29 or 30 september? if it's still available. thank you
Written 28 September 2018
Apologies, just seeing this now. I'm afraid the server that hosts our site was down temporarily. We didn't have any availability over the weekend due to private group bookings. I do hope that you enjoyed your time in Toulouse though and felt its magic. Best wishes, Penny
Written 1 October 2018
Hello, I'd love to book a tour - how can I do so online?
Thanks!
Written 20 June 2018
You can book direct on the website, simply search for toulousewalkingtours
Written 22 June 2018
Do you have availability for one person to join a English-speaking tour on Saturday, May 26th? I would like to book if someone can send me instructions to do so. Thank you!
Written 22 May 2018
There is a calendar on her website which shows availability and you can book online
Written 24 May 2018
¿Hola alguien puede decirme la web para reserva el walking tour?
Written 16 May 2018
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