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Bordeaux is the wine capital of the world and a UNESCO World Heritage city on the Garonne river. The centre is full of golden 18th-century stone buildings that earned it the nickname Port of the Moon. The highlights are the Miroir d'eau water mirror in front of the Place de la Bourse and the world-class wine regions surrounding the city, a destination for lovers of fine wine and food.
Why stay in Bordeaux
Wine capital
A world wine hub, surrounded by famous vineyards like Médoc and Saint-Émilion.
A World Heritage city
The golden 18th-century stone centre is UNESCO-listed across the whole district.
A famous water mirror
The Miroir d'eau, reflecting the Place de la Bourse, is the largest water mirror in the world.
A cutting-edge wine museum
La Cité du Vin, a curving building telling the story of wine culture worldwide, with tastings.
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Local dishes to try in Bordeaux
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Bordeaux wine
World-class red and white wines from the surrounding vineyards; taste them at a wine bar.
📍 Throughout the city - 2🍫
Canelé
A pastry scented with vanilla and rum, caramelised outside and soft inside, a Bordeaux specialty.
📍 Bakeries - 3🦪
Arcachon oysters
Fresh oysters from the nearby Arcachon bay, served with white wine.
📍 Seafood restaurants - 4🥩
Entrecôte bordelaise
Steak in a red wine and shallot sauce, a dish made to pair with the local wine.
📍 Bistros - 5🦆
Duck and foie gras
Duck and foie gras dishes from the southwest of France.
📍 Local restaurants
- 1🏛️
Place de la Bourse
An elegant 18th-century stone square paired with the Miroir d'eau water mirror.
📍 Riverside - 2🍇
La Cité du Vin
A modern, curving wine museum with exhibitions and tastings with city views.
📍 Riverside north of town - 3⛪
Cathédrale Saint-André
A Gothic World Heritage cathedral with the Pey-Berland tower you can climb for views.
📍 City centre - 4🚪
Porte Cailhau
A Gothic medieval city gate on the Garonne, an old landmark.
📍 Riverside - 5🛍️
Rue Sainte-Catherine
One of the longest pedestrian shopping streets in Europe.
📍 City centre - 6🌳
Jardin Public
An English-style park in the city centre, shaded by large trees with a pond.
📍 North district
Things to do in Bordeaux
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3 Bordeaux hotels our team picked for you
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★ 9.3ValueDuplex Saint Jean – SuperBordeaux
#4 Apartment · panoramic terrace & free parking
★ 8.7ValueBest Western Plus Gare Saint-Jean
#1 for location near the station, a 3-minute walk to the platforms
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All Suites Appart Hotel Bordeaux Marne
#6 Full apart-hotel · sauna & gym
Campanile Bordeaux Centre – Gare Saint-Jean
#7 Closest to the station, 100 m · budget value
Mercure Bordeaux Centre Gare Saint Jean
#3 Value 4-star · Le Saint-Jean restaurant
Aquitain Hotel Gare Saint-Jean
#8 Boutique 2-star · private garden
ibis Bordeaux Centre Gare Saint-Jean
#5 reliable 3-star chain, earliest breakfast in the quarter
Teneo Apparthotel Bordeaux Gare Saint Jean
#9 budget apartment-hotel, good value for longer stays
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🚆 Getting around Bordeaux
Tramway
Four lines connect across the city, with some sections having no overhead wires to preserve the old town's appearance.
Walking the old town
The World Heritage district and pedestrian streets are compact and easy to explore on foot.
Bike rental
The cycle path along the Garonne is long and shady, making it easy to ride around.
Garonne river boats
Passenger and tour boats cruise the city and riverside vineyards.
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Who is Bordeaux good for?+
It's wonderful for wine and food lovers, as well as fans of architecture and beautiful old towns that are easy to explore on foot.
How do I taste wine at the vineyards?+
Book a day wine tour from the city to Saint-Émilion or Médoc, or start at La Cité du Vin in town.
How far is Bordeaux from Paris?+
The high-speed TGV train from Paris to Bordeaux takes just about 2 hours.
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