Musee Memorial du Debarquement, at the top of Mont Faron, commemorates the Allied invasion of the Provence coast. This military museum is filled with maps, models, photography, uniforms, equipment and anything else to do with military might. You can buy a combined ticket with the cable car. Keep an eye out for great public art, including the Card Gamer's sculpture in Raimu Square.

Toulon’s rich military history is deeply intertwined with its identity as France’s main naval base on the Mediterranean. Visitors interested in Toulon’s **naval heritage** can start at the **National Navy Museum (Musée National de la Marine)**, located in a historic building at the port. Here, you’ll find fascinating exhibits on the French Navy’s legacy, including model ships, artifacts, and stories of legendary battles.

For a closer look at modern military operations, take a **harbor tour** where you’ll sail past active French Navy ships, submarines, and dockyards, showcasing the immense scale of Toulon’s naval facilities. Another noteworthy site is the **Fort Saint-Louis**, built in the 1600s, which offers insight into the city’s historic defenses and incredible sea views. Toulon also commemorates its World War II legacy at the **Memorial Museum of the Allied Landings** on Mont Faron, dedicated to the liberation of Provence.

From museums to active navy vessels, Toulon presents an impressive display of military might that reflects its centuries-old role as a strategic defense port.