# Musée des Augustins — Toulouse, France

> Established in 1795 in the cloisters of a former Augustinian monastery, the museum is one of the oldest in France. The medieval architecture frames a remarkable collection of Romanesque sculpture from the great cloisters of Toulouse.

## Visitor facts
- Opening hours: Wednesday to Monday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM (Closed Tuesdays)
- Admission: €5 standard admission
- Address: 21 Rue de Metz, 31000 Toulouse, France
- Time needed: 2 hours
- Official website: https://www.augustins.org/en/
- Facts verified: 2026-06-30

## Highlights
- Romanesque Capitals from Saint-Sernin — Unknown sculptors · 11th–12th century
- The Battle of Taillebourg — Eugène Delacroix · 1837
- Portrait of Madame Moitessier — Jean-Auguste-Dominique Ingres · 1856
- Romanesque Christ in Majesty — Unknown · 12th century

## FAQ
**Is the cloister included?**
Yes, both the cloister and the church nave are part of the visit.

**Are organ recitals held here?**
Yes, the museum regularly hosts concerts on its restored Cavaillé-Coll organ.

**How long should I spend at Musée des Augustins?**
Plan 2–3 hours for the highlights. Add time for temporary exhibitions, the museum shop, and café.

**What is Musée des Augustins best known for?**
Established in 1795 in the cloisters of a former Augustinian monastery, the museum is one of the oldest in France. The medieval architecture frames a remarkable collection of Romanesque sculpture from the great cloisters of Toulouse. Key highlights include Romanesque cloister capitals, Crucifixion by Rubens, Salon Rouge of nineteenth-century paintings.

**How do I get tickets for Musée des Augustins?**
€5 standard admission Tickets are usually available on the day, but booking online saves queue time in peak season. Official site: https://www.augustins.org/en/

**Is the cloister included in admission?**
Yes — the fourteenth-century cloister and its Romanesque sculpture garden are part of the museum visit.

**Does the museum have Toulouse-Lautrec works?**
Yes — as Toulouse-Lautrec's home city, the museum holds works by the artist alongside its broader collection.

**Is this worth a detour from Paris?**
Toulouse is a major city on the TGV route to Barcelona. The museum's Romanesque sculpture and cloister alone justify a half-day stop.


Source: https://worldmuseumguide.org/museums/musee-des-augustins/ — World Museum Guide, independent and ad-free.