Stroll from Toulon to La Seyne-sur-Mer One day, many ideas

The Chalucet garden

Toulon’s Chalucet district – a hub of creativity and knowledge – embodies a perfect balance between history and modernity. This hybrid place, dedicated to knowledge and relaxation, has the Alexandre 1er garden at its heart.
A place to unwind, its paths invite you to take a botanical stroll, far from the hustle and bustle of the city. Exotic species and relaxing pools of water punctuate your journey in the shade of century-old trees.

– Nearest bus stop : ? Péri / Obs

– Lines: 1-2-6-10-11-11B-18-19-20-36-40-191

The Art Museum and Hôtel des Arts

The Musée d’Art de Toulon houses a rich collection of classical works and modern creations, offering a vast panorama of art history. Just a stone’s throw away, the Hôtel des Arts is renowned for its contemporary art exhibitions, showcasing national and international artists. These two emblematic cultural venues offer an exciting immersion in singular artistic universes, making Toulon a destination of choice for art and culture lovers.

– Nearest bus stop : ? Vauban

– Lines: 1-2-6-10-11-11B-18-19-20-36-39-40-70-102-103-191

The Opera and Place Puget

The Opéra de Toulon, a majestic 19th-century edifice, is a symbol of the city’s architectural elegance and offers a top-quality opera program*, complete with ballets, classical concerts and plays. Head for nearby Place Puget: the epicenter of Toulon life, bustling – all year round! – with its café terraces, where you can take time to contemplate the fountain. Its peaceful murmur accompanies your stroll through the historic center.

*Currentlyclosed to the public for renovations, the Toulon Opera offers a program of events outside its walls.

– Nearest bus stop : ? Strasbourg
– Bus routes: 1-2-3-6-9-10-11-11B-18-19-20-36-191

Rue des Arts

Rue des Arts immerses you in a creative ecosystem of art galleries, artists’ studios and trendy boutiques. This bustling district is dedicated to art in all its forms, with an emphasis on local cultural initiatives. Take a stroll and you’ll discover a tasty mix of exhibitions, original creations and exciting encounters, where art and creativity come alive every day.

– Nearest bus stop : ? Préfecture maritime
– Bus routes: 3-6-15-23-40

Les Halles and Cours Lafayette

Stop off at Place Vincent Raspail and visit Les Halles, the temple of Toulon’s gourmets. In the heart of this art deco building, 25 food artisans prepare the dishes and specialties that make up your gourmet stopover. The famous Provencal market on Cours Lafayette, with its stalls of greengrocers, cheeses, olives and spices, is a perfect complement to this delightful stroll.

– Nearest bus stop : ? Cours Lafayette
– Bus routes: 3-6-15-23-40

The port and its water buses

Board the waterbus (line 18M) from the port of Toulon to discover the bay from the water’s edge. The crossing to Tamaris offers a rare view of the city and surrounding mountains from the sea. As you sail along, you’ll catch a glimpse of the fortifications lining the harbor and the military ships docked at the naval base. Once at Tamaris, famous for its eponymous villa and art center, enjoy a stroll along the corniche, with an inspiring view of the bay and fishermen’s cottages.

– Nearest bus stop : ? Préfecture maritime
– Bus routes: 3-6-15-23-40

Villa Tamaris

An imposing 19th-century building overlooking the bay, Villa Tamaris is now an internationally renowned art center. Its photographic exhibition rooms showcase modern and contemporary artists, and offer a varied and daring program. From the villa, the panoramic view of the bay and harbor is breathtaking, adding a timeless dimension to your visit.

– Nearest bus stop : ? Tamaris
– Bus line: 83
– Boat/bus line: 18M

Sablettes beach

From the Tamaris pontoon, take the 18M waterbus or walk along the corniche for around ten minutes to reach Les Sablettes, the largest beach in La Seyne-sur-Mer. On arrival, cross the Fernand Braudel landscaped park between the harbor and the beach. Lawns, a playground, a beach volleyball court, an exhibition hall, a carousel and an amusement park make it the ideal place for a nature break, between sea and gardens, after a day of discovery.

– Nearest bus stop : ? Sablettes
– Bus line: 83 – 18
– Boat/bus line: 18M