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Attractions · Occitanie, Toulouse

Hôtel-Dieu Saint-Jacques and its medicine museum

  • CategoryHospital Museum
  • Duration1 hour
  • AdmissionAdult About EUR 5 (~$5.75)
  • PriceEUR 5 (~$5.75)
  • TransportMetro line A to Saint-Cyprien-République then 6 minutes on foot

The Hôtel-Dieu Saint-Jacques was one of the oldest hospitals in Toulouse, and a museum of the history of medicine occupies part of it. The collections show surgical instruments and an old pharmacy. The building also has a view of the Garonne, and the Hôtel-Dieu is close to the Pont Neuf.

A historic hospital on the Garonne with a medicine museum.

The Hôtel-Dieu Saint-Jacques was one of the oldest hospitals in Toulouse, and a museum of the history of medicine occupies part of it. The collections show surgical instruments and an old pharmacy. The building also has a view of the Garonne, and the Hôtel-Dieu is close to the Pont Neuf.

Practical information for Hôtel-Dieu Saint-Jacques and its medicine museum · Last updated September 2026
Admission About EUR 5 (~$5.75)
Hours Typically daily about 10:00-18:00 (confirm)
Typical visit 1 hour
Best time Weekday afternoon
Getting there Metro line A to Saint-Cyprien-République then 6 minutes on foot
Address 2 rue Viguerie, 31000 Toulouse, France

Location

2 rue Viguerie, 31000 Toulouse, France

43.5998, 1.4363 View on map

Highlights

  • Old pharmacy
  • Surgical instruments
  • Garonne views

Tips for visiting

  • Pair with a walk across Pont Neuf.

When to visit

Weekday afternoon.

Accessibility

Partly accessible.

Frequently asked questions

Is it suitable for children?

Some displays are graphic.