Bordeaux City Centre Travel Guide
Popular places to visit
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.
Place de la Bourse
Explore this photogenic riverside square, which is bordered by two grand neoclassical palaces and features a spectacular fountain at its center.
Grand Theater Opera National of Bordeaux
As with many stately buildings that dominate their space, this one has a superb presence. Tour this magnificent building and enjoy one of its performances.
Place des Quinconces
The biggest square in France, this plaza hosts festivals, concerts and markets and features monuments dedicated to famous writers.
Bordeaux Cathedral
Marvel at panoramic views of the city and reflect in the peaceful nave at this iconic religious building, the seat of the Archdiocese of Bordeaux.
Place de la Victoire
A gateway to the rest of the city, this bustling square in Bordeaux's student quarter is home to classical monuments and stylish restaurants.
Things to do
Private Walking & Wine Tasting Tour of Bordeaux with local Sophia
Bordeaux Ultimate Food Tour
Private tour and visits on the Medoc Castle Route (Luxury Minivan)
Private Graves and Sauternes Wine Tour from Bordeaux
Private Medoc Full Day Wine Tour from Bordeaux
Top hotels in Bordeaux City Centre
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Other neighbourhoods around Bordeaux City Centre
Bordeaux Golden Triangle
If you're spending time in Bordeaux Golden Triangle, you might enjoy attractions like Place de la Comédie and Rue Sainte-Catherine. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Grand Theatre Tram Station to see more of the city.
Hôtel de Ville - Quinconces
If you're spending time in Hôtel de Ville - Quinconces, check out sights like Grand Theater Opera National of Bordeaux or Place de la Comédie and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Grand Theatre Tram Station or Gambetta Tram Station.
Meriadeck
Travellers choose Meriadeck for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Meriadeck Tram Station or Hotel de Police Tram Station and check out top sights like Patinoire Meriadeck.
Saint Seurin - Fondaudège
If you're spending some time in Saint Seurin - Fondaudège, Palais Gallien and Jardin Public are top sights worth seeing.
Saint-Michel
Discover Saint-Michel, memorable for its restaurants. Popular attractions in Saint-Michel include St. Michael Basilica and Marche des Capucins, and you can see more of the area by hopping on the metro at Saint-Michel Tram Station.
Grand Parc-Paul Doumer
Noted for its river views and bars, there's plenty to explore in Grand Parc-Paul Doumer. Top attractions like Jardin Public and Les Quais are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Camille Godard Tram Station or Place Paul Doumer Tram Station to see more of the city.
Hotels Near Bordeaux City Centre, Bordeaux
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- Chartrons Hotels
- Bordeaux Sud Hotels
- Bastide Hotels
- Grand Parc-Paul Doumer Hotels
- Bordeaux Golden Triangle Hotels
- Caudéran Hotels
- Victor Hugo - Saint-Augustin Hotels
- Saint-Michel - Nansouty - Saint-Genès Hotels
- Saint Seurin - Fondaudège Hotels
- Saint-Michel Hotels
- Meriadeck Hotels
- Capucins - Victoire Hotels
- Saint-Bruno - Saint-Victor Hotels
- Saint Augustin Hotels
- Saint Genès Hotels