Capitole de Toulouse, City hall and theater in Toulouse, France
The Capitole is Toulouse's city hall and opera house, combining two functions in one grand building. Its elongated neoclassical facade stretches 135 meters with Corinthian columns supporting an entablature and central pediment, while the opera company performs regularly inside.
The original structure was established in 1190 when the Capitouls, municipal magistrates of Toulouse, founded the first administrative center here. During the religious conflicts of 1562, the building's dungeon tower served as a stronghold for Huguenot forces.
The Hall of the Illustrious displays portraits and busts of people who shaped Toulouse's past, showing how the city honors its notable figures. Visitors can see the faces of influential individuals and learn who mattered most in this region's story.
The building serves as the seat of city government and as a venue for opera and theater performances with seating for audiences. Visitors should plan ahead to see the interiors, as access may vary depending on events and rehearsals taking place.
The building developed over multiple centuries and reveals different architectural styles reflecting its long history of use. Beyond its official role, it also houses art collections that document Toulouse's cultural evolution through the ages.
Location: Toulouse
Inception: 1965
Architects: Guillaume Cammas
Architectural style: classical architecture
Address: 1 PL DU CAPITOLE, BP 999, 31040 TOULOUSE CEDEX 6
Website: https://toulouse-tourisme.com/le-capitole-hotel-de-ville/toulouse/pcumid031fs000a3
GPS coordinates: 43.60444,1.44400
Latest update: December 14, 2025 21:19
Toulouse holds a network of historical buildings, museums, and squares that form the cultural backbone of the city. The Capitole serves as the administrative center and dominates the main square, while the Romanesque Basilica Saint-Sernin displays massive stone walls that span centuries of history....
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