Visit Saint Jean Station District
Popular places to visit
Sacre Coeur Church
Sacre Coeur Church is just one of the places to see in Bordeaux, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's lively bars or seek out the local tours.
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.
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.
Place des Quinconces
The biggest square in France, this plaza hosts festivals, concerts and markets and features monuments dedicated to famous writers.
Grand Theatre 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.
Things to do
Bordeaux: Guided River Cruise
Bordeaux: River Garonne Cruise with Glass of Wine and Canelé
Full-day Saint-Emilion: Village, Undergrounds and Châteaux
Bordeaux: Cité du Vin Entry Ticket and Wine Tasting
The Best of Bordeaux Walking Tour + 1 Glass of Wine
Bordeaux: Wine and Trade Museum Entry Ticket & Wine Tasting
Top hotels in Saint Jean Station District
JOST Hôtel Bordeaux Centre Gare Saint Jean
Excellent service and very comfortable rooms.
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025
Radisson Hotel Bordeaux Saint Jean
Fantastique equipe
Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025
Hilton Garden Inn Bordeaux Centre
Excellent
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
Hotel 56 - Bordeaux Centre Gare Saint Jean
Great place to stay. Great big room and amenities. Very friendly staff. Hotel is right near the train station which was convenient after a long trip to France. Had difficulty finding the exact location on Google maps but once we figured it out no issue. Easy to navigate to city center on trams.
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
B&B HOTEL BORDEAUX Centre Gare St-Jean
Property was clean and comfortable but lacked basic coffee and tea making.
Reviewed on 15 Aug 2025
ibis budget Bordeaux Centre Gare Saint Jean
This hotel was conveniently located and had a decent breakfast. It was clean and had everything you need from a cheap hotel.
Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Saint Jean Station District
Bordeaux Sud
You might enjoy the coffee shops while in Bordeaux Sud. Marche des Capucins is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Saint-Jean Tram Station or Tauzia Tram Station to see more of the city.
Capucins - Victoire
If you're spending time in Capucins - Victoire, check out sights like Marche des Capucins or St. Michael Basilica and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Saint-Michel Tram Station or Victoire Tram Station.
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.
Saint Pierre
While you're in Saint Pierre, take in top sights like Place Saint Pierre and jump on the metro at Place de la Bourse Tram Station to see more of the city.
Bastide
You might enjoy the river views while in Bastide. Darwin Eco-Système is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Thiers - Benauge Tram Station or Galin 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 Theatre 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.
