🍇 Bordeaux Travel Package

🏛️ Must-see attractions in Bordeaux

1. Place de la Bourse + Water Mirror

   • Bordeaux's most representative attraction, the huge pool in front of the square reflects the classical buildings and is beautiful day and night.
   • Editor’s suggestion: Come and see the reflections of the lights at night, it’s incredibly romantic!

2. Saint-André Cathedral

   • The Gothic-style church is magnificent, with beautiful stained glass windows inside.
   • Climb the nearby Tour Pey-Berland to overlook the entire city.

3. City of Wine Culture (La Cité du Vin)

   • The world's leading wine museum, with interactive exhibitions and wine tasting experiences, is a paradise for wine lovers.

4. Stone Bridge (Pont de Pierre)

   • The iconic bridge across the Garonne River, built during the Napoleonic era, is perfect for a stroll and watching the sunset.

5. Palais Rohan

   • It is now the Town Hall, also a magnificent 18th-century building.

6. Grosse Cloche

   • One of the medieval relics, the bell tower left by the ancient city wall is very historical.

7. Rue Sainte-Catherine

   • The longest pedestrian shopping street in Europe, the editor reminds you: you need to have enough strength in your legs, otherwise your legs will become weak from shopping!

8. One-day winery tour

   • Bordeaux is divided into several major wine-producing regions:
     • Médoc : A major red wine region with many famous wineries.
     • Saint-Émilion : A medieval village, a dream combination of red wine and cobblestone roads.
     • Graves & Sauternes : famous for their sweet white wine.

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🍴 Must-try foods in Bordeaux

Bordeaux not only conquers taste buds with its wine, but also with its many local delicacies:

• Bordeaux red wine (Vin de Bordeaux)

  • Come here to drink! There are so many varieties of red wine, white wine, and sweet wine.

• Canelé

  • Bordeaux's most iconic dessert, a small one with crispy caramel on the outside and soft vanilla rum on the inside.

• Duck Breast (Magret de Canard)

  • A southwestern specialty, the duck breast is pan-fried until crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, perfect with red wine.

• Foie Gras

  • One of the representatives of French haute cuisine, commonly found in Bordeaux restaurants.

• Oysters (Huîtres du Bassin d'Arcachon)

  • Fresh oysters from the nearby Arcachon Bay are perfect with white wine or champagne.

• Lamb & Southwestern Stew

  • Local traditional home cooking with rich flavors.

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🚆 Bordeaux Transportation Guide

City transportation

• Tram : Bordeaux's tram network is very convenient, connecting the city center with major attractions.
• Bus : fills in the gaps left by trams.
• Walking & Cycling : The city center is full of attractions, making it a great place to walk or rent a V3 public bike.

External transportation

• Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport (BOD)

  • Domestic and international flights are available, and you can take a bus or airport shuttle to the city.

• Train (TGV)

  • Bordeaux is about 2 hours away from Paris, and it is also very convenient to get to Toulouse and the Basque Country.

• Self-driving

  • If you want to visit wineries or Arcachon Bay, renting a car is the most flexible option.

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💡 A friendly reminder from the editor

• It is recommended to make reservations in advance for wine tasting trips , especially for well-known wineries.
• Bordeaux weather is hot in the summer, so it is recommended to bring a sun hat and sunscreen; autumn is the grape harvest season, and the atmosphere is the best.
• You can buy Canelle at train stations, cafes, and pastry shops. My personal suggestion: it’s great with coffee in the morning!
• We recommend a minimum stay of 3 days : 1-2 days in the city + a day trip to the wineries/Arcachon Bay.

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📅Bordeaux 3-day itinerary

🗓️ Day 1: First visit to Bordeaux - Riverside and Old Town

• morning
  • Place de la Bourse ➝ A must-see landmark
  • Miroir d'Eau ➝ The world's largest reflecting pool
• noon
  • Enjoy lunch at a riverside restaurant with a glass of Bordeaux wine
• afternoon
  • Saint-André Cathedral
  • Climb the Pey-Berland Tower for a bird's-eye view of the city
• night
  • Stroll along the Pont de Pierre to watch the sunset
  • Dinner recommendation: Duck breast (Magret de Canard) + red wine

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🗓️ Day 2: Culture and Shopping

• morning
  • Wine Culture City (La Cité du Vin) ➝ Interactive Exhibition + Wine Tasting Experience
• noon
  • Tasting of oysters (Huîtres du Bassin d'Arcachon) with white wine
• afternoon
  • Stroll along Rue Sainte-Catherine ➝ the longest shopping street in Europe
  • Visit the Rohan Palace (Town Hall) and the Grosse Cloche
• night
  • Drinks at the Riverside Tavern
  • Must-try dessert: Canelé

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🗓️ Day 3: Winery & Town Exploration

• Choose a day trip route:
  • Saint-Émilion
    • A medieval village, a World Heritage site, lined with famous wineries
    • Stroll along the cobblestone streets and visit the underground church
  • Médoc
    • Visit top wineries and learn about wine tasting
    • Enjoy the beautiful scenery of the vineyards along the way
  • Arcachon Bay
    • Eat fresh oysters and see the dunes (Dune du Pilat, the highest sand dune in Europe)
• night
  • Return to Bordeaux, last dinner: Foie Gras + Bordeaux red wine, perfect ending

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🎒 Editor's Tips

• Day 1 : Walk along the river and the old town to experience the elegant atmosphere of Bordeaux.
• Day 2 : Culture + shopping + food, suitable for slow travel.
• Day 3 : Focus on wineries or nearby towns to experience the soul of Bordeaux.
• It is recommended to book winery tours in advance, as some famous wineries only accept guided tours.