Space City (Cite de l'Espace)

Overview

Space City (Cité de l'Espace) is a space museum and theme park in Toulouse, France, dedicated to the exploration of space. It features full-scale models of rockets, a planetarium, and interactive exhibits that provide an immersive experience of space exploration.

It's a significant educational and recreational site that inspires interest in space and science.

Science Museum Theme Park

Location

Address

Avenue Jean Gonord, Toulouse, Occitania

Neighborhood: Toulouse Space City

Coordinates

43.589300, 1.486700

Visiting Information

Opening Hours

monday 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

tuesday 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

wednesday 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

thursday 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

friday 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM

saturday 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM

sunday 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Admission

Adults

€24

Children

€12

Best Time to Visit

Overall Best Period

March-May

Best Time of Day

Early morning

fewer crowds

Duration Recommendations

Minimum

2 hours

Recommended

4 hours

Full Experience

full day

Seasonal Highlights

spring

mild

• spring exhibits
• gardens

summer

hot

• extended summer hours

autumn

cool

• fall exhibits
• space lectures

winter

cold

• holiday lights
• indoor exhibits

Know Before You Go

Essential Information

Book ahead for peak seasons
Bring ID
Check weather and dress accordingly

What to Bring

essential

ID water tickets

seasonal

jacket umbrella

not allowed

large bags drones pets

Health & Safety

Physical Requirements: moderate

• long walks

Medical facilities: first aid available

Payment Information

Accepted

cash, credit cards

Currency

EUR

Typical Costs

entry €24

parking €5

food €15

souvenirs €20

Dress Code

casual, comfortable shoes, walking shoes, inappropriate clothing

Booking Tips

• 4 weeks
• official website
• 48 hours
• available

Amenities

Restrooms

Gift shop

Atm

Wifi

Lockers

Wheelchair rental

Stroller rental

On site restaurant

Cafe

Picnic areas

Outside food allowed

Digital Services

Mobile App

Cité de l'Espace App

Size: 60 MB

Features: Map, Audio guide, Tickets, Event calendar

Platforms: iOS, Android

WiFi Zones: Visitor center, Cafe, Indoor exhibits

Charging Stations: Rest areas, Cafe

How to Reach

From Airport

Nearest: Toulouse-Blagnac Airport

Distance: 15 km

Travel Time: 20 minutes

taxi

€30 20 min

public_transport

€2.50 30 min

From City Center

Distance: 7 km

metro

€1.70 25 min

bus

€1.70 30 min

taxi

€15 15 min

Local Insights

Cultural Context

Why Locals Love It: Educational and fun for all ages

Historical Significance: Toulouse is a historic center for space exploration and aeronautics in France

Insider Tips

Free entry first hour on Tuesdays
Best food at the back cafeteria

Local Recommendations

• Try local café for a break
• Ask for guide Pierre

Language Help

Useful Phrases

hello Bonjour

thank_you Merci

where_is Où est

how_much Combien

beautiful Beau

ticket Billet

Guide Languages: French, English, Spanish

Photography Guide

Best Photo Spots

Main entrance with the Orion Rocket

Best Time: Golden hour

Tips: Low angle for the rocket silhouette

Result: Great shot with rocket in the background

#space_city #toulouse #space_exploration

Photography Rules

allowed areas outdoor areas, some indoor exhibits

prohibited areas planetarium shows, special exhibits

flash photography not allowed in some exhibits

commercial photography permit needed

drone policy prohibited

tripod policy restricted

selfie sticks allowed

Nearby Attractions

Aeroscopia Museum

Distance: 5km

Walking: 60 min

Type: Museum

Japanese Garden

Distance: 3km

Walking: 35 min

Type: Park

Reviews

4.6

Based on 15,000 reviews

Recent Visitor Tips

"Book online"
"Visit early for fewer crowds"
"Great for kids"

Contact Information

+33 5 67 22 23 24

contact@cite-espace.com

www.cite-espace.com

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