Bacalan Travel Guide
Bordeaux
Popular places to visit
Cité du Vin
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Cité du Vin during your travels in Bordeaux. Discover the area's shops or seek out its local tours.
Submarine Base of Bordeaux
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Submarine Base of Bordeaux during your travels in Bordeaux. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Aquitaine Bridge
You can learn about the history of Bordeaux with a stop at Aquitaine Bridge. Visit the area's spas or simply enjoy its wineries.
Rue Sainte-Catherine
If you love to shop, this French street has great appeal. People watch as you have a drink or meal. The street seems to have a life of its own.
Bordeaux Exhibition Center
After visiting Bordeaux Exhibition Center, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Bordeaux. Visit the area's spas or simply enjoy its wineries.
Place des Quinconces
The biggest square in France, this plaza hosts festivals, concerts and markets and features monuments dedicated to famous writers.
Things to do
Bordeaux: Cité du Vin Entry Ticket and Wine Tasting
Guided Saint-Emilion Wine Tasting & Village Visit From Bordeaux
Bordeaux: River Garonne Cruise with Glass of Wine and Canelé
Bordeaux: Guided River Cruise
Bordeaux food tour: sweet treats & highlights (IN FRENCH)
Top hotels in Bacalan
Moxy Bordeaux Hotel
Funky, modern hotel with great decor. Room was small but adequate. Breakfast was fab.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Radisson Blu Bordeaux
Very noisy room on road side third floor but too noisy to sleep properly Spa was not available! Not warned when booking!
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
B&B HOTEL Bordeaux Bassins à flot
Ténéo Apparthotel Bordeaux Maritime - Cité du vin
Everything was fine and it's a very good value for the money.
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
Renaissance Bordeaux Hotel
Nice sized room in a good location near Cité du Vin. Walkable into the old town along the river. Nice amenities in the hotel including rooftop bar and pool.
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Slo Bordeaux Hostel
I had a very pleasant stay, very clean, great location
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Bacalan
Quartier du Lac
Noted for its lake views and bars, there's plenty to explore in Quartier du Lac. Top attractions like Barriere Casino Theatre and Stade Atlantique are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Claveau Tram Station or Brandenburg Tram Station to see more of the city.
Bordeaux Maritime
Noted for its lake views and bars, there's plenty to explore in Bordeaux Maritime. Top attractions like Barriere Casino Theatre and Stade Atlantique are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Claveau Tram Station or Brandenburg Tram Station to see more of the city.
Bassins a Flot
The restaurants and museums are just a few things visitors like about Bassins a Flot. Submarine Base of Bordeaux and Jacques Chaban Delmas Bridge are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Bassins A Flot Tram Station or Rue Achard Tram Station to get around the larger area.
Le Lac
Lake views and bars are highlights of Le Lac. Make a stop by Stade Atlantique or Bordeaux Stadium while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Les Aubiers Tram Station to get around town.
Chartrons
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Chartrons. Spend some time visiting top spots like Bordeaux Wine and Trade Museum, and catch the metro at Cours du Medoc Tram Station or Les Hangars Tram Station to see more of the area.
Bordeaux-Lac
Lake views and bars are highlights of Bordeaux-Lac. Make a stop by Bordeaux Exhibition Center or Bordeaux Stadium while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Claveau Tram Station to get around town.
