Skip the $230 day tours and take the €15 train from Toulouse instead. Sainte-Cécile Cathedral looks like a windowless red-brick fortress, but the ceiling frescos are chaotic art goals. Budget 90 minutes to explore the interior, then hit the Toulouse-Lautrec Museum for the iconic cabaret posters. The Pont Vieux provides the perfect sunset photo op without the entry fee. This spot is a vibe if you actually like gothic architecture without the usual tourist crowds.
