Toulon Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Toulon Beach showing tropical scenes and a beach
Mont Faron which includes a city and landscape views
Toulon Marina which includes a statue or sculpture, night scenes and a square or plaza
Toulon Marina which includes sailing, a marina and general coastal views
Toulon which includes a beach, swimming and a coastal town

Learn French naval history in this Mediterranean city, which houses a large part of France’s navy. Enjoy the sea, wine and views of the southerly Provence region.

Museums, old military structures and one of Europe’s biggest harbors commemorate Toulon’s age-old role as the home to France’s Mediterranean naval fleet. Enjoy the perks of Toulon’s Mediterranean location, including long beaches and a constant supply of wine from France’s oldest wine-growing region.

Due to its calm waters and strategic hills, Toulon has served as a military town for both the French and the Romans before them. Visit the Toulon Harbor to see the wide array of civilian boats and battleships. Notice the 18th-century clock tower of the Toulon Arsenal, which stands nearby.

Ride the cable car to the top of Mont Faron north of town. At 1,916 feet (584 meters) above sea level, the hill’s summit affords broad views of Toulon Bay and the inland region of Var to the north. For a fee, enter Beaumont Tower, an old military fort, to find the Memorial Museum of the Landing in Provence. This details the American landing at Toulon during World War II, which caused the occupying Germans to abandon southern France.

Further naval history can be found at the Museé National de la Marine. This museum covers every period of French naval history, from the old sailboat fleet to the contemporary fleet of aircraft carriers and gunboats. In addition to its long naval history, Toulon has an excellent cultural tradition on display at the Hotel des Arts, a contemporary art museum.

During your stay, make sure to sample the local and regional culinary specialties, including the cade toulonnaise, a savory tart, and the chichi frégi, fried dough dusted with powdered sugar. Also, buy a few bottles of wine grown in the surrounding region of Provence, the oldest wine-growing region in the country.

Reach Toulon through its train station or its regional airport. Buses run from the airport to the city four times a day. Bus and boat lines will take you throughout the city. Toulon is always temperate, but arrive during the summer for the best time to enjoy its Mediterranean beaches.

Where to stay in Toulon

Le Mourillon showing a marina

Le Mourillon

Unique features of Le Mourillon include the waterfront views and beaches. Make a stop by Plages du Mourillon or Toulon Beach while you're exploring the area.

Le Mourillon
Old Town featuring flowers, a square or plaza and wild flowers

Old Town Toulon

Old Town Toulon is noteworthy for its waterfront views, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Toulon Marina and Cours Lafayette.

Old Town Toulon
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Dardennes

While Dardennes isn't home to many top sights, Mont Faron and Toulon Marina are some notable places to visit nearby.

Dardennes
ibis budget Toulon Centre
ibis budget Toulon Centre
2 out of 5
200, avenue Franklin Roosevelt, Toulon, Var
The price is Rp953.642 per night from 25 May to 26 May
Rp953.642
Rp1.097.015 total
includes taxes & fees
25 May - 26 May
Stay at this hotel in Toulon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8/10 Very Good! (507 reviews)
"Well located and it's nice for a walk along the wharf."

Reviewed on 8 Apr 2025

ibis budget Toulon Centre
OKKO Hotels Toulon Centre
OKKO Hotels Toulon Centre
4 out of 5
20 Rue Peiresc, Toulon, Var
The price is Rp1.594.719 per night from 1 Jun to 2 Jun
Rp1.594.719
Rp1.858.704 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jun - 2 Jun
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Toulon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (425 reviews)
Great hotel & fabulous staff
"Fabulous position, took our little dog whom was very welcome"

Reviewed on 19 May 2025

OKKO Hotels Toulon Centre
Grand Hôtel Dauphiné Toulon, Boutique Hôtel & Suites
Grand Hôtel Dauphiné Toulon, Boutique Hôtel & Suites
3 out of 5
10 rue Berthelot, Toulon, Var
The price is Rp1.762.500 per night from 25 May to 26 May
Rp1.762.500
Rp2.007.533 total
includes taxes & fees
25 May - 26 May
Stay at this 3-star spa hotel in Toulon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (398 reviews)
"Fantastic hotel ,staff was great , really love the roof top pool .we had 5 motorcycles which we managed to park out side the hotel .will definitely go back one day ."

Reviewed on 19 May 2025

Grand Hôtel Dauphiné Toulon, Boutique Hôtel & Suites
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Apparthôtel Privilodges Toulon Centre Gare
Apparthôtel Privilodges Toulon Centre Gare
3 out of 5
580 Bd Commandant Nicolas, Toulon, Var
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Toulon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Port of Toulon and Toulon Beach ...
7.2/10 Good! (25 reviews)
"Dirty"

Reviewed on 29 Aug 2023

Apparthôtel Privilodges Toulon Centre Gare
GregBnb - Le Berthier - Toulon Est
GregBnb - Le Berthier - Toulon Est
2 Rue Berthier, Toulon, Var
Stay at this apartment in Toulon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi and housekeeping. Popular attractions Port of Toulon and Toulon Beach are located nearby.
GregBnb - Le Berthier - Toulon Est
GregBnb - Le Joal - Toulon Ouest
GregBnb - Le Joal - Toulon Ouest
Rue Victor Reymonenq, Toulon, Var
Stay at this aparthotel in Toulon. Popular attractions Port of Toulon and Toulon Beach are located nearby.
GregBnb - Le Joal - Toulon Ouest
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Toulon

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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Loved it! Rugby at Stade Mayol wad great (although London Irish lost). Very friendly people, great bars & restaurants in Harbourside. Lovely Christmas market. Good walk to Mourillon beaches. Will be back.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

A compact city. Lots of squares with eateries etc. Very nice street market

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Boat ride to Les Sablettes was good also, le petit train for €7 was a good tour and we made the break at the beach for a picnic lunch