10 Best Things to Do After Dinner in Toulouse

Place Saint-Georges or Saint George Place is one of the most wonderful places to go for a walk in Toulouse. This medieval square draws people day and night. You’ll hardly get bored here thanks to the many restaurants, cafés, tapas bars, ice cream shops, and tearooms that dot the area. Locals and visitors head up here to mingle, shop, dine, drink, or simply relax in the charming gardens.

The overall ambience of Place Saint-Georges is lively yet stylish. The restaurants’ menus are tempting, though prices can be on the higher side. The bars are packed with people who come to enjoy good music and positive vibes. Take in the cool evening sights as the city’s night lights illuminate the old buildings after dark.

Théâtre du Capitole (Capitole Theatre) is considered one of the most impressive opera houses in France. Located in the same historic building as the City Hall, the theatre is the place to enjoy fine performances. The theatre’s programmes include operas, ballets, operettas, concerts, and recitals.

Visiting the theatre is a tour of aesthetic beauty. The venue was built in the 18^th century using beautiful pink and white local bricks. Inside, you can admire the amazing frescos gracing its ceilings and walls, as well as paintings of different styles. Make sure to book your ticket in advance.

Halle aux Grains is a 19^th-century covered market that was converted into a classical music concert hall in 1974 and now hosts the Orchestre National du Capitole de Toulouse. The venue can accommodate an audience of up to 2,200 people. The theatre’s hexagonal design is known for its excellent acoustics and was even further renovated to increase its quality.

Check out the schedule to find an event that interests you most and remember to book your seat in advance. You can reach the hall by metro line B, Station François Verdier, or buses L1 and L8.

Bowling Montaudran is a bowling alley and entertainment centre in Toulouse. It houses one of the biggest bowling alleys in Europe, covering over 3,500 square metres and featuring 28 modern bowling lanes. The place also has a large indoor karting facility that welcomes all skill levels and has 30 Honda-powered karts ready to race.

You’ll have fun playing paintball in its immersive adventure park or at its outdoor laser game arena, which puts you in a forest or a military camp setting. After all the fun and games, unwind with a drink at the bar or continue with some milder action and games at the virtual reality facility.

Casino Barrière has the widest selection of slot and table games in the southwest of France. Spread over 3 levels, it features an impressive selection of slot machines, gaming tables, electronic games, and a dedicated poker room. Known officially as Casino Théâtre Barrière de Toulouse, it also hosts a 1,200-seat theatre that regularly holds high-quality musicals, ballets, live concerts, and cabarets.

The building of the casino is quite impressive, with its 22-metre-tall glass walls contrasting the natural surrounding landscape. Inside, you’ll find several restaurants serving traditional French cuisine and a number of bars. The casino has a free shuttle service to reach major places within Toulouse's city centre.

Le Bikini is a concert hall in Toulouse that’s dedicated to rock and contemporary music, as well as electro, pop, and techno. The venue is located in Ramonville-Saint-Agne, on the banks of the Canal du Midi. It hosts about 200 concerts each year, so it’s one of the best things to do in Toulouse, especially for live gigs.

The hall has 2 levels that can accommodate up to 1,500 concertgoers. Interestingly, there’s also a summer restaurant with an outdoor swimming pool for a family weekend escape. You can reach the hall by underground railway with the terminus at Line B Ramonville, and then by bus 111 to the Hermès bus station.

Ma Biche Sur Le Toit is a trendy restaurant on the roof of the Galeries Lafayette in Toulouse. This is an excellent spot to enjoy breathtaking panoramas of France’s so-called “Pink City”. The restaurant is known for its partnership with the famous chef Michel Sarran and the culinary concept of offering dishes adapting to each moment of the day.

In the evening, it is a perfect place to enjoy cocktails, selected from its menu of signature creations. And when the night falls, the venue invites everyone to party and dance to the vibrant sounds from its live DJ sets.

Le 5 Wine Bar is a small and cosy venue in Toulouse that continues to be recognised as among the best bars in the world. It owes its reputation to its excellent wine menu that references no less than 4,000 different wines. It’s the place to be in Toulouse for oenologists and French wine enthusiasts.

You can also gain new knowledge about all things wine through the bar’s organised oenology lessons. You can join with a partner or your friends and try some truly exceptional French selections. Either share a bottle or try a glass with more than 500 options available. Of course, you can also dine here – their attractive tapas menu is worth checking out.

L'Envol Côté Plage is a restaurant in Toulouse that’s known for its exceptional setting, food, and evening scene. Located on the beach in Lasbordes and facing the private flying club, this lounge venue attracts a trendy clientele. Head up here if you’re looking for lively events, DJ-led parties, and live performances.

Most of all, this is a place to enjoy a mix of gastronomy and fun. The food selection is around dishes made of seasonal fresh products, with a touch of Greek, Jewish, and Arabic influences. An attractive selection of cocktails and wines complements the food and moods.

Le Cri de la Mouette is not your typical nightclub as it’s a venue that’s set afloat on the River Garonne. This is a warmly decorated barge converted into a concert hall and a bar. The music programme offers different ambiences depending on the evening. The playlist ranges from rock, reggae and rock and roll to jazz, Latino and electro.

Located on the Brienne channel in the city centre, the venue is easily reachable from the Compans-Cafarelli metro station. Concerts often take place on Thursdays and weekends, followed by a DJ-driven clubbing scene that usually goes on until the wee hours.