One of the most extraordinary churches I have ever been in. The hand painted murals (and you are told there are 18,500 sq metres of them) are just wonderful - so detailed and so colourful - and so vast! I found the geometric one's fascinating - so precise and clever - given the tools available when they were painted. Do pay the 5 Euros for the audio tour - and click through all the suggestions - enough of what they say is interesting to make it worthwhile. The cathedral was also an oasis of cool and calm in the very hot spell we had earlier this month. Do visit - you will not be disappointed!!!!! (I've added a few photos but you need to visit to get the full grandeur!

Most amazing Cathedral I have been to. I have been to Spain, Italy and others. So well maintained Must visit. Only one bad thing to say, no flowers in the garden, just weeds.

Amazing place, the highest cathedral I’ve ever seen !

Wow, so magnificent. It’s the most beautiful Cathedral I’ve ever seen. Take a close look to 3D decorations in different angles. They are really special for that time.

The Sainte-Cecile Cathedral of Albi offers free entry to the church nave, while access to the choir, gallery, and treasure trove exhibit requires a ticket, which comes with a helpful audio guide available in multiple languages for just a few euros. Tickets can be conveniently purchased inside the church. The cathedral itself is absolutely extraordinary, holding the title of the largest brick structure in the world. Constructed using bricks sourced from the clay of the nearby Tarn River, it stands as a testament to the Christian crusaders' victory over the Celtic people who once inhabited the region. Exploring the cathedral with the audio guide was a valuable learning experience, and I appreciated that my son was given a free audio guide. Visiting the Sainte-Cecile Cathedral of Albi is truly an unforgettable sight.

This lovely Cathedral with its superb architecture would be a destination in itself if the quaint town wouldn't keep the wondering visitor walking around its lovely streets. The food is also nice. A bit expensive for a little town off the beaten path.

So insanely huge I couldn’t get a good shot because it wouldn’t fit in the lens. But no matter it fills your eyes and brain with magnificence. The ticket price includes a superb audio guide which will keep you there for hours. You have to use the public WC outside but they will hold your audio guide and let you back in so don’t suffer.

The biggest building in the world made from red bricks. The majestic cathedral was built in 13-14 centuries to show the power of the Catholic Church. Today it’s an absolutely breathtaking experience. You can almost literally touch Albi’a history conserved in stone. You can see two parts of it. The first one is available with no charge where you can see the organ and amazing patters and paintings. Then the second half of the cathedral includes a museum exhibition - so here you need a ticket - where you’ll see the treasury of the past and lots of interesting things. The rest of the church is a collection of mystery, murals, symbols and a pure wonder. I hope you’ll enjoy it. There is an audio guide available if you are so interested.

Absolutely amazing cathedral. stone carving is amazing and painted frescoes superb.

Entry to the church nave is free. Choir, gallery and treasure trove exhibit require ticket (a few euros) and come with an audio guide (multiple languages available). Tickets are available inside the church.

Impressive cathedral, the biggest church built with brick in the world. Fee entrance allows only to visit main interior, however it's recommended to go with audioguide and visit whole place, including treasury. The cost is 6 euros.

Absolutely extraordinary...The largest brick structure in the world. The bricks were taken from the clay of the ground of the nearby Tarn River, this cathedral was built after the Christian crusaders defeated the Celtic people in the region who had inhabited the what is today known as Albi since the 5th century. We learned a lot listening to the audio-guide. My son was given a free audio-guide which I appreciated. An unforgettable sight.

The largest brick building in the world and a beautiful cathedral! Free to visit the main part with a few euros to pay to visit the choir and the treasury (which is well worth doing). Wonderful sculpture and carving topped off by a fabulous painted ceiling.

A truly spectacular cathedral. Honestly, all I could say when I walked in was, "Wow!". The paintings are spectacular, with several lovely small things to note, such as the rhyming prayer mural in one of the side chapels. The choir is just incredible, and I heartily recommend paying the 6€ fee for entering inside it with the guided audio tour. I've never seen stonework like it, and I've been in a vast number of cathedrals all over Europe. It's almost lace-like in structure. The treasures are well worth the effort of climbing the stairs too, if you're capable. The embroideries are fabulous and the exhibits are well thought out and documented. We were sad to miss hearing the organ play as we arrived at the end of Sunday Mass and it really is an incredible instrument to behold, with the widest case in the whole of Europe, taking up the entire width of the nave. Even if you've seen other cathedrals with painted interiors, I promise you that you've never seen anything quite like Albi. Most definitely worth a visit.

Wonderful building, but main artwork/painting (heaven/earth/hell) let down by the poor lighting position/angle which prevented any close up photographs. Ceilings artwork was fantastic...!!

I fully recommend to visit this art museum. The art collection is top notch, very interesting and we'll presented. But the real jewel is the building; there is an exhibition about the history of the building and the restoration process that was done on it that surprised me and that I enjoyed even more than the art exhibitions. Sadly they were making preparations for an event and we were not allowed to visit the gardens.

Largest collection of works by Henri Toulouse-Lautrec. Very good display of works from throughout his life. Very good description of works and overview of his life displayed from room to room. Also, some works by his famous instructors and friends. Descriptions in French, English, and Spanish (Castellano). I saw that in each room, there are large laminated card with the descriptions in other languages (German, Occitan, and others). The old building housing the collection itself would be worth visit. The museum store is much more reasonably priced than most. The staff is very kind. They are obviously proud that Lautrec is their home town boy. Really very nice experience.

Excellent museum with lots of Henri's artwork in a spectacular building

This museum is in Albi a pretty little city. The collection was donated by toulouse's mother

A beautiful museum with great works by a great artist. Don't forget to visit the gardens.

Brilliant exhibition of Toulouse Lautrec paintings and drawings in the historic setting of the bishop's palace. Definitely worth a visit when in Albi.

You will have seen Toulouse-Latrecs work on classic posters, Moulin Rouge etc. Now you can see many of them in one place and learn about the life of the artist, on display in a fascinating building, along with interesting works by other artists also. Really worth about an hour and a half, to two hours of your time.

Loved the place. Spent a long, long time in there. Taking my time to appreciate the works. I would definitely recommend going. When I return to Albi I shall go back. Reason so I can look at it all over again and see if I can pick up on things I may have missed in the art work. Also revisit the gift shop lots of post cards I would like to buy and frame up.

The museum building itself is worth a museum, the drawings and paintings of Toulouse-Lautrec are beautifully displayed. Thanks to the museum for providing a Smartphone Audio Guido, brillant idea!!

Very nice collection of Latrec's different contribution to the art world. Amazing building and gardens as well.

Wonderful place Fantastic museum re Toulouse LaTrec - gardens are fabulous (even in the rain!) Immense fortress like cathedral Great places to eat So much to offer Stayed 2 days - another visit imminent 😁

Incredibly amazing place, just as the whole of Albi is .

Came across this by chance. Museum housed in the Bishops Palace, lovely setting. Good collection of paintings, and also history of museum. Well worth a visit.

A delightful church that will take you back in time. Very enjoyable is the internal courtyard and the passage under their portici.

A small cloister and medieval church worth visiting. Many visitors were enjoying the quiet, reading books sitting under the cloister canopy.

Beautiful church located very close to the cathedral.

Absolutely beautiful, amazing paintings and frescoes, altogether well worth the visit!

Hidden small garden

Nice, serene and smells of lemon when freshly cleaned

Nice cathedral

(Translated by Google) Although it is not very big, but magnificent: inside and out. The cloister is really very pretty and calm. (Original) Certes, il n'est pas très grande, mais magnifique : L'intérieur et l'extérieur. Le cloitre est vraiment très joli et calme.

(Translated by Google) Very pretty cloister which moved me a lot. (Original) Très joli cloître qui m'a beaucoup émue.

(Translated by Google) It was in 1270 that construction began. Virtually destroyed during the revolution, it is Romanesque and Gothic in style. (Original) C'est en 1270 que débute la construction. Pratiquement détruite sous la révolution, elle est de style roman et gothique.

Berbie Palace in Albi offers more than just a glimpse into history—it also provides unexpected delights along the way. While initially searching for the garden entrance, I stumbled upon a charming side alley between the castle and the river, offering a pleasant walking spot. Eventually, I found my way to the garden through the entrance near the museum, where the path diverged to the left, leading around the castle towards the jardin. Exploring the palace and its surroundings proved to be an enriching and memorable experience, filled with unexpected discoveries and picturesque views.

Very scenic spot, definitely a must visit. It’s just directly behind the museum next to the cathedral. A personal advice to tourist is that don’t rely googlemap too much you might misunderstand these attractions are separated different spots but in fact they are all a group of historic buildings together. The cathedral, museum, garden, bridge are all together accessible from 1 place.

Although undergoing a renovation, the palace and its walls are open to the public, as well as the Toulouse-Lautrec museum (the museum has a lunch break)

A garden located on the banks of river Tarn. You can go there for a visit. Not a lot of places to sit. Seems like a fusion garden between Japanese and conventional style. You can only view it from the top as entry to the garden is closed. Would not recommend if you have less time.

Great view of the river. Museum was closed, which was a shame, but its a great place to relax and sse the view.

Sehr schöner Ort mit tollem Museum (Translated by Google) Very nice place with a great museum

The access to this garden is free. The garden is pretty nice and has a nice view.

Einmalig schöner Ort, das ganze Ensemble und die Sicht auf den Fluss. Absolut zu Recht in der Liste des UNESCO Welterbes! (Translated by Google) Uniquely beautiful place, the whole ensemble and the view of the river. Absolutely rightly included in the UNESCO World Heritage List!

Beautiful landscape! You “travel” back in time. Worth a day trip. Avoid Mondays. Everything closed!

Beautiful garden to visit. Free entry and beautiful view

View of the Pont Vieux as the sun sets, accenting the red brick.

Probably the most photographed scene in Albi. The old bridge has an interesting history. Good place to watch the huge catfish from when they are hunting pigeons! Also, great views. Just watch for dog poo that owners don't pick up hence 1 star knocked off.

Nice historic area. We found a public parking nearby and walked to the view point and then to the city center by crossing the old bridge. There is some work going on the bridge so only pedestrians can cross it. Albi looks like a town rich in heritage and history. Definitely recommend.

Provides very nice views but watch your step. Old sidewalk and you can trip if you're always looking up and around. Worth a walk.

I really enjoyed the place. The view is so exciting, the weather was very good and also the people are so kind. If you want to visit a good place in France, this is one of them, an historical city with nice places and good food.

One of the best views in Albi. The whole city is beautiful, with that amazing old vibe and scenery. I fell in love with this small town and I will definitely visit it again if I will have the chance.

Stunning location Bridge is currently being repaired so access is limited but still worth visiting.

This 151m long medieval bridge crossing the Tarn river in the city of Albi was originally named Pont du Tarn. It was built between 1035 and 1042. However, the oldest parts you see today date back to the 13th century. It was very interesting to know that the bridge contributed to the urban and commercial development of the city. And the money that was collected (toll) was used for the maintenance of the bridge and also the city walls.

Wonderful view from this bridge, the sunset makes it ever better!

The bridge with its medieval vibes gives you one of the most exquisite views of Albi. It's definitely a must visit.

Not possible to pay by card and only some descriptions are also in English. Otherwise cozy little museum.

Well done but it would have been much better if the information had been provided also in English. The little notes that were provided did not give sufficient information to appreciate the accomplishments of Laperouse.

Well set out with plenty of actual recovered artefacts. Spent an hour and a half here and loved it.

Nice reason to go to the other side. Not exopensive, nice site, interesting topic

Fascinating insight into a great French explorer

Very interesting museum.

Small intimate museum