Summer guided tours

Exploring Montauban in summer: An experience to satisfy every curiosity!

Summer is the perfect time to (re)discover Montauban under the warm sunshine. From June to September, we invite you to take part in a series of guided tours that will immerse you in the history, art and culture of our beautiful ‘Pink City’. Whether you’re a local looking for something new to discover or a visitor passing through, theserefreshing and enriching experiences will allow you to explore Montauban in an original and captivating way, either sheltered from the heat or whilst enjoying the balmy summer evenings.

Updated on 22 June 2026

DISCOVER MONTAUBAN

GUIDED CITY TOURS

MONTAUBAN: THE MUST-SEES!

From 6 July to 18 September, every day at 11.00 am (except Sundays, 14 July and 15 August)

Discover Montauban’s main monuments in a one-hour ‘top chrono’ tour.

Practical information:

Duration: 45 mins / Capacity: 30 people

Tickets available on the day or at www.montauban-tourisme.com: €4.50 / €3

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1 HOUR = 1 MONUMENT

ST JACQUES CHURCH AND ITS NEIGHBOURHOOD

20 July, 17 August and 14 September at 2.30 pm

Come and discover the town’s oldest monument!

Practical information

Duration: 1 hour / Capacity: 30 people

Tickets available on the day or at www.montauban-tourisme.com: €4.50 / €3

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1 HOUR = 1 MONUMENT:

THE NATIONAL SQUARE

6 and 27 July, 10 and 24 August at 2.30 pm

Meet at the tourist office

Designed when the town was first founded and rebuilt in brick in the 17th century, the Place Nationale has long been a centre of power and justice. Today, as the jewel in the crown of Montalbano’s architecture, it offers a cool retreat beneath its centuries-old arcades.

Practical information

Duration: 1 hour / Capacity: 30 people

Tickets available on the day or at www.montauban-tourisme.com: €4.50 / €3

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1 HOUR = 1 MONUMENT

THE OLD BRIDGE

13 July, 3 and 31 August at 2.30 pm

Meet at the tourist information centre

Come and find out more about this iconic monument in Montauban.

Practical information:

Duration: 1 hour / Capacity: 30 people

Tickets available on the day or at www.montauban-tourisme.com: €4.50 / €3

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EXPLORE MONTAUBAN

THE PRIVATE MANSIONS OF MONTAUBAN

4 July 2026 at 2.30 pm

From the 17th to the 19th century, Montauban was adorned with mansions that bore witness to the city’s exceptional economic boom at that time. Accompanied by a tour guide, you will step inside these beautiful residences to discover the charms of their inner courtyards.

Practical information:

Meet at the tourist information centre

Duration: 1 hour 45 minutes / Capacity: 25 people

Booking essential: tickets available on the day or at www.montauban-tourisme.com: €6.50 / €4.50

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EXPLORE IN A DIFFERENT WAY

SPORTS TOURS

HIKING TOUR: TARN / TESCOU / THE CANAL – A TOWN BY THE WATER

9, 28 July and 13 August at 10.00 am

From the leafy paths of the Jardin des Plantes along the canal, crossing from one bank of the Tarn to the other, let yourself be captivated by the charm of the landscapes whilst discovering a rich and varied heritage. Our tour will feature sculptures, paintings and architectural features, all of which evoke the history of the city and its suburbs.

Practical information:

Meet at the tourist information centre

Duration: 2 hours / Capacity: 25 people

Tickets available on the day or at www.montauban-tourisme.com: €6.50 / €4.50

Please wear suitable walking clothes and bring a bottle of water.

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CANORAFT – A TOUR OF MONTAUBAN ALONG THE RIVER

17, 24 and 31 July, 7 and 14 August at 6.30 pm

Set off on a unique tour of the River Tarn accompanied by a tour guide and a sports instructor. This trip, starting from the Sapiac jetty, will allow you to discover the recently renovated Sapiacou lock, paddle through the kayak channel for a thrilling experience, pass under the arches of the Pont Neuf and Pont Vieux, and admire the birds on Île de la Pissote. An active tour combining nature and heritage!

Practical information:

Meet at the Sapiac jetty

Duration: 2 hours / Capacity: 12 people

Booking essential: tickets available from the tourist office or at www.montauban-tourisme.com: €11.50 / €9.50

Ages 12 and over.

Please wear suitable clothing for the water (flip-flops are not permitted).

You must be able to swim.

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SENSORY TOURS

MONTAUBAN UPSIDE DOWN

21 July, 4 and 18 August at 10.00 am

With your nose in the air, your eyes feasting on colours, a mirror in your hands and your taste buds tingling, come and (re)discover the city’s key landmarks. As you make your way from one stop to the next, let yourself be surprised by this tour like no other, where new sensations and free expression will help you see the city and its monuments in a whole new light. Ready to give it a go?

Practical information

Meet at the tourist information centre

Duration: 1 hour 30 mins / Capacity: 20 people

Tickets available on the day or at www.montauban-tourisme.com: €6.50 / €4.50

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A WONDERFUL ESCAPE IN THE GARDEN

23 July and 6 August at 10.00 am

Have you been to the Jardin des Plantes before? Or have you never set foot there? The CIAP invites you on a unique walk to explore it. With a wandering spirit, your senses alert and a keen eye, come and have fun discovering its unique features and curiosities. As you wander along the paths and through the green spaces, its history will unfold before you.

Practical information

Meet at the tourist information office

Duration: 1 hour 30 mins / Capacity: 20 people

Tickets available on the day or at www.montauban-tourisme.com: €6.50 / €4.50

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SOPHRO-VISITE: AN UNUSUAL ENCOUNTER

5 September at 2.30 pm

A walking tour and sophrology session in the city centre led by Martine Boone, a tour guide trained in sophrology. Meet at the tourist information centre

The CIAP invites you to discover Montauban from a different perspective. Learning to see… nothing is truer than with the help of sophrology. This unique event will allow you to breathe, slow down, get a better feel for your surroundings, be at one with the monuments around you for a moment, and immerse yourself in the past whilst reconnecting with the present.

Practical information:

Meet at the tourist information centre

Duration: 1 hour 45 minutes / Capacity: 15 people

Booking essential: tickets available on the day or at www.montauban-tourisme.com: €6.50 / €4.50

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SUMMER EVENINGS

SCULPTURES, JAZZ & DANCE, OR ART IN MOTION

18 July and 29 August at 6.00 pm

Set off to discover the sculptures that adorn Montauban in the company of dancer and choreographer Virginie Baïet-Dartigalongue, accordionist Grégory Daltin, clarinettist François Pascal and a CIAP tour guide. Moving from one sculpture to the next, the musicians will treat you to an original jazz repertoire, allowing the dancer to bring these works of bronze, stone or metal to life. A timeless experience that might just make you want to get moving yourself by the end of the tour!

Practical information:

Meet at the tourist information centre

Duration: 1h30 / Capacity: 40 people

Booking essential: tickets available on the day or at www.montauban-tourisme.com: €11.50 / €9.50

In partnership with Kiwi Production

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MONTAUBAN BY NIGHT!

21 July, 4 and 11 August at 8.45 pm

The CIAP invites you to take a fresh look at the city. As night falls, the monuments don their evening finery, the terraces come to life and the streets gradually empty. From Place Nationale, via Saint-Jacques Church and the MIB, take a stroll through Montauban in the company of a tour guide to discover the history of our beautiful brick city.

Practical information:

Meet in the courtyard of the former secondary school

Duration: 1h30 / Capacity: 30 people

Booking essential: tickets available from the tourist office or at www.montauban-tourisme.com: €6.50 / €4.50

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THE STORY CART: WHEN STORIES COME TO LIFE

31 July and 21 August at 8.45 pm

Let two colourful characters guide you on this original night-time stroll. Take a leap back in time, from one skit to the next, to discover Montauban’s history in a whole new way. From the clatter of clogs on medieval cobblestones to the cannon fire of the 1621 siege, embark on this wild adventure!

Practical information:

Meet in the courtyard of the former secondary school

Duration: 1h30 / Capacity: 35 people

Booking essential: tickets available from the tourist office or at www.montauban-tourisme.com: €11.50 / €9.50 (ages 10 and over)

Created by Les Cultiveuses (tour formerly known as ‘Les murmures de la ville’).

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THE INGRES BOURDELLE MUSEUM

GUIDED TOURS

DISCOVER THE MIB

THE COLLECTIONS OF THE INGRES BOURDELLE MUSEUM

From 5 July to 18 September, every day at 2.30 pm (except Mondays, 14 July, 15 August, 19 and 20 September, and 1 November)

Join a CIAP tour guide to explore the richness and variety of these collections whilst discovering the setting that houses them, from the medieval foundations to the bishop’s apartments.

Practical information:

Meet at the Ingres Bourdelle Museum

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes / maximum group size: 30 people

Tickets available on the door or at museeingresbourdelle.com: €12 / €7

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TEMPORARY EXHIBITION

INGRES AND FASHION

From 5 July to 8 November, on Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays at 4.30 pm (except 15 August, 19 and 20 September,

Ingres was one of the most sought-after portraitists of his time. Particularly attentive to the beauty and refinement of materials, he was able, better than anyone else, to depict jewellery and attire, much to the delight of his models. The works on display, alongside textiles, accessories, jewellery, engravings and catalogues, will allow you to discover not only the painter’s interest in fashion, but also the social and economic context of his era, as well as the influence his paintings have had on designers.

Practical information

Duration: 1 hour 15 mins / Capacity: 20 people. Tickets available on site or at museeingresbourdelle.com: €12 / €7, except on the first Sunday of the month: €6.50 / €4.50

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A DIFFERENT WAY TO EXPLORE

THE SECRET MIB

13 August and 24 September at 6.30 pm

Come and discover the parts of the museum that are usually hidden from view and take a journey back in time. First, delve into its depths, from the medieval rooms connected to the Old Bridge to the city’s former prisons, then take a secret passage and let yourself be guided through corridors and staircases, until you finally reach the attic of this venerable palace.

Practical information

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes / Capacity: 15 people

Booking essential: tickets available on site or at museeingresbourdelle.com: €12 / €7

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A DIFFERENT WAY TO EXPLORE

THE MIB UPSIDE DOWN

30 July and 3 September at 6.30 pm

We invite you to a tour like no other, exploring the treasures of the Ingres Bourdelle Museum. We invite you to experience the museum in a way you never have before… Smell, observe, listen and touch with your fingertips… and your toes! A fun-filled tour to enjoy!

Practical information

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes / Capacity: 25 people

Tickets available on the door or at museeingresbourdelle.com: €12 / €7

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THE MUSEUM OF THE RESISTANCE AND THE COMBATANT

GUIDED TOURS

A QUICK TOUR OF THE COLLECTIONS

18 July 2026 and 29 August 2026 at 3.00 pm

QUICK TOUR OF THE COLLECTIONS led by a CIAP tour guide

Meet at the Espace Perbosc

Over the course of 45 minutes, immerse yourself in the history of the museum and its collections. Discover the stories of several local figures caught up in the turmoil of war, some of whom distinguished themselves through their courage.

Practical information:

Duration: 45 mins / Capacity: 20 people. Free.

Ages 14 and over

Booking recommended: 05 63 66 03 11 or [email protected]

VISIT TO THE EXHIBITION:

SAVING JEWISH CHILDREN. AN ETHIC OF RESISTANCE IN MOISSAC

11 July 2026 and 22 August 2026 at 3.00 pm

GUIDED TOUR OF THE EXHIBITION led by the museum curator

Exhibition organised by the ONaCVG of Tarn-et-Garonne

Meet at the Espace Perbosc

On 5 December 1939, the Prefect of Tarn-et-Garonne requisitioned the house at 18 Quai du Port in Moissac to accommodate the refugees flooding into the department. He entrusted its management to Shatta Simon and her husband Edouard, known as ‘Bouli’, who quickly transformed it into a children’s home. Through a thoughtfully curated exhibition, visitors can discover their story and how they organised the rescue of nearly 500 Jewish children from across Europe, with the support of the local authorities and the local community.

Practical information:

Duration: 45 mins / Capacity: 20 people

Free. Ages 14 and over

Booking recommended: 05 63 66 03 11 or [email protected]

COMMEMORATION OF THE LIBERATION OF MONTAUBAN

GUIDED TOURS

MONTAUBAN DURING THE SECOND WORLD WAR

19 August at 9.00 am

Step back in time and immerse yourself in the history of Montauban during the Second World War. Occupied from 1942 onwards following the removal of the demarcation line, the town endured some dark times. This guided tour offers you the chance to discover not only the daily lives of the local people but also the acts of heroism carried out by the local Resistance.

Practical information:

Meet in the courtyard of the former secondary school

Duration: 1 hour 45 minutes / Capacity: 30 people. Free, booking essential at the CIAP, via [email protected] or on 05 63 63 03 50

THE STATUES OF GLORY

19 August at 6.00 pm

Set off to discover the memorials erected in the wake of the various conflicts of the late 19th and 20th centuries. Whether masterpieces or simple memorial stones, they are dotted throughout the city, from the courtyard of the former secondary school to the Cours Foucault, and their powerful symbolism reminds us of the context in which they were created.

Practical information:

Meet in the courtyard of the former secondary school

Duration: 1 hour 45 minutes / Capacity: 25 people. Free, booking essential at the CIAP, via [email protected] or on 05 63 63 03 50