Guided tour of the history of Toulon (83)

Activity description :

1. 2 hours
2. Up to 20 people
3. From 6 years old

Discover Toulon through an immersive guided tour, retracing the great eras, dark areas and secrets of France's largest naval base. A captivating stroll to understand the history of the city, its port and its strategic role in the Mediterranean.

Your visit: Toulon's historic center

Guided tour - 2h - Outdoor

Along the way, you'll discover the key moments in Toulon's history: from Napoleon Bonaparte 's role during the siege of 1793, to the fascinating story of Toulon's penal colony and the daily life of the convicts. You'll also learn about the strategic importance of the naval base over the centuries, between conflicts and innovations, not forgetting such notable episodes as the scuttling of the fleet during the Second World War.

This tour will also plunge you into a little-known facet of the city, when it was nicknamed "Little Constantinople", revealing all the cultural and historical richness of Toulon.

Tour advantages :

• Discover the great historical events that shaped Toulon.
• Immerse yourself in the world of the port and naval base.
• Captivating anecdotes in the heart of the historic center.
• An ideal way to explore the city in a different way, on your own or with a friend.