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Bordeaux, France

Things to Do in Bordeaux

Top sights, the tours and tickets travellers book most, hidden gems and day trips.

Most booked:Medoc or Saint Emilion Wine and Tasting tour from Bordeaux

Most booked tours and tickets in Bordeaux

Medoc or Saint Emilion Wine and Tasting tour from Bordeaux

Medoc or Saint Emilion Wine and Tasting tour from Bordeaux

4.81,522 reviews4h 30m
Saint Emilion Day Trip with Sightseeing Tour & Wine Tastings from Bordeaux

Saint Emilion Day Trip with Sightseeing Tour & Wine Tastings from Bordeaux

4.81,161 reviews8h
Saint Emilion Half-Day Trip with Wine Tasting & Winery Visit from Bordeaux

Saint Emilion Half-Day Trip with Wine Tasting & Winery Visit from Bordeaux

4.71,104 reviews4h
Saint-Émilion Afternoon Tour - 2 Grand crus & French apéritif

Saint-Émilion Afternoon Tour - 2 Grand crus & French apéritif

4.9800 reviews5h 30m
Saint-Emilion Electric Bike Day Tour with Wine Tastings & Lunch

Saint-Emilion Electric Bike Day Tour with Wine Tastings & Lunch

5.0746 reviews8h
The Most Complete and Best Rated Tour of Bordeaux

The Most Complete and Best Rated Tour of Bordeaux

5.0727 reviews2h
Prestige Commented Cruise glass of wine and Canelé in Bordeaux

Prestige Commented Cruise glass of wine and Canelé in Bordeaux

4.2585 reviews1h 30m
Bordeaux by Bicycle: 3-Hour Immersive Tour by Monsieur Bacchus

Bordeaux by Bicycle: 3-Hour Immersive Tour by Monsieur Bacchus

4.9580 reviews3h

Top sights in Bordeaux

  1. 1Place de la Bourse
  2. 2Cité du Vin
  3. 3Saint-André Cathedral
  4. 4Miroir d'Eau
  5. 5Rue Sainte-Catherine
  6. 6Wine Chateaux
  • A UNESCO World Heritage site with over 350 protected buildings, offering an unparalleled open-air museum of 18th-century architecture. Walk the 'Golden Triangle' to see grand mansions, marvel at the Gothic spires of Saint-André Cathedral, and experience the theatrical water mist of the Miroir d'Eau.
  • The epicenter of the world's most famous wine region. Tour legendary châteaux in Margaux, Saint-Émilion, or Pomerol, or dive deep at the interactive Cité du Vin. Sample rare vintages in sophisticated wine bars like Le Bar à Vin or at the Marché des Capucins.
  • An exceptional and evolving culinary scene rooted in Southwest France. Feast on Arcachon Bay oysters, duck confit, and entrecôte à la bordelaise at traditional bistros, then seek out innovative neo-bistros and the city's iconic pastry, the caramelized canelé.

Tickets and passes in Bordeaux

Bordeaux Wine and Trade Museum Admission Ticket with Wine Tasting

Bordeaux Wine and Trade Museum Admission Ticket with Wine Tasting

4.7623 reviews1h
Bordeaux Super Saver Wine Tasting class and St Emilion region

Bordeaux Super Saver Wine Tasting class and St Emilion region

4.9186 reviews7h 30m
Bordeaux Full day Medoc and St Emilion 3 chateaux with Lunch

Bordeaux Full day Medoc and St Emilion 3 chateaux with Lunch

4.882 reviews8h 30m
Full day Bordeaux Historic Gourmet Walking and Médoc Tour

Full day Bordeaux Historic Gourmet Walking and Médoc Tour

4.715 reviews9h 45m

Food and drink experiences in Bordeaux

St-Emilion & Médoc Wine Day Tour: Chateaus, Tastings and Lunch

St-Emilion & Médoc Wine Day Tour: Chateaus, Tastings and Lunch

4.9532 reviews9h
Bordeaux Food Tour – A Full French Meal by Do Eat Better

Bordeaux Food Tour – A Full French Meal by Do Eat Better

4.9517 reviews3h 30m
Full-Day tour to Saint-Emilion and Margaux, from Bordeaux

Full-Day tour to Saint-Emilion and Margaux, from Bordeaux

4.8428 reviews8h 50m

Day trips and outdoor activities from Bordeaux

Saint-Emilion E-Bike Wine Tour & chateau Lunch from Bordeaux

Saint-Emilion E-Bike Wine Tour & chateau Lunch from Bordeaux

4.8394 reviews8h 30m
Saint-Emilion E-Bike Wine Tour | Wine & vines & Gourmet Picnic

Saint-Emilion E-Bike Wine Tour | Wine & vines & Gourmet Picnic

5.0226 reviews9h
Bordeaux Essentials Sightseeing Bike Tour with a Local Guide

Bordeaux Essentials Sightseeing Bike Tour with a Local Guide

4.9140 reviews2h 30m

Hidden gems in Bordeaux

Places most visitors miss, many of them free.

Darwin Écosystème

A vast alternative cultural hub and urban farm set in a former military barracks on the right bank (La Bastide).

Jardin de la Béchade

A tiny, enchanting secret garden hidden behind an unassuming green door in the Saint-Pierre district.

Musée du Vin et du Négoce

A small, authentic wine museum located in the cellars of a former Irish wine merchant's house in Chartrons.

Pont de Pierre at Sunset

The city's oldest bridge, commissioned by Napoleon, with 17 arches (one for each letter in 'Napoleon Bonaparte').

Rue du Loup

A charming, narrow, and slightly sloping cobbled street in Old Town, often missed by tourists rushing to major squares.

Day trips from Bordeaux

Saint-Émilion

35 min by train

A breathtakingly beautiful medieval village entirely dedicated to wine, nestled among rolling vineyards and classified as a UNESCO World Heritage site. Explore its monolithic church, underground catacombs, and countless prestigious châteaux.

Arcachon Bay & Dune du Pilat

50 min by train to Arcachon, then 15 min by bus

Escape to the Atlantic coast for fresh seafood, elegant 19th-century villas, and the stunning natural wonder of the Dune du Pilat – the tallest sand dune in Europe, offering incredible views over the bay and forest.

Médoc Wine Route

45-60 min by car (tour recommended)

Drive the legendary 'Route des Châteaux' through some of the world's most famous wine estates, like Margaux, Latour, and Mouton Rothschild. The landscape is a majestic parade of grand vineyards and stunning neo-classical castles.

Plan your Bordeaux trip

Things to do in Bordeaux: FAQ

What are the best things to do in Bordeaux?+

Top sights include Place de la Bourse, Cité du Vin, Saint-André Cathedral and Miroir d'Eau. Away from the crowds, try Darwin Écosystème and Jardin de la Béchade.

What are the most popular tours in Bordeaux?+

The most booked experiences on Viator are Medoc or Saint Emilion Wine and Tasting tour from Bordeaux (4.8 stars, 1,522 reviews); Saint Emilion Day Trip with Sightseeing Tour & Wine Tastings from Bordeaux (4.8 stars, 1,161 reviews); Saint Emilion Half-Day Trip with Wine Tasting & Winery Visit from Bordeaux (4.7 stars, 1,104 reviews).

How much do tours in Bordeaux cost?+

The tours and tickets on this page start between €12 and €199 per person, depending on length and what is included.

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