A Moorish-style villa with Asian art and an Egyptian collection.
The Musée Georges Labit presents Asian art, antiquities of Egypt and the Mediterranean, and the Orient collected by the Toulouse traveller Georges Labit. Its villa, built in 1893 in a Moorish style, includes a garden with cloister-like galleries. The collection includes Buddhist sculptures, textiles and an Egyptian mummy. It is a quiet museum away from the main trail.
| Admission | About EUR 4-5 (~$4.60-5.75) |
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| Hours | Typically Wednesday to Sunday 10:00-18:00 (confirm) |
| Typical visit | 1 hour |
| Best time | Weekday afternoon |
| Getting there | Metro line A or B to Jean-Jaurès or bus to Jardin des Plantes, 10 minutes on foot |
| Address | 17 rue du Japon, 31000 Toulouse, France |
Location
17 rue du Japon, 31000 Toulouse, France
43.5911, 1.4585 View on map
Highlights
- Egyptian collection
- Buddhist sculptures
- Moorish garden
Tips for visiting
- Combine with the Jardin des Plantes next door.
- Check for temporary closures.
When to visit
Afternoon.
Accessibility
The villa is partly accessible; garden paths are gravel.
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Frequently asked questions
Is it open on Mondays?
Normally not.