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4 Days in Bordeaux: A Journey Through History and Beauty

Angela Calvente

27 Sep 2023

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Join me on a captivating adventure through Bordeaux, France. Explore iconic landmarks like Pont de Pierre and Porte Cailhau, immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of Place de la Bourse, and marvel at the stunning views from Pey Berland Tower. Indulge in the local cuisine at Marché des Capucins and discover the city's rich cultural heritage at Basilique Saint-Michel and Cathédrale Saint-André de Bordeaux. Get ready for an unforgettable experience in this charming French city!

Trip to Bordeaux

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1

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$13

Pont de Pierre

Commissioned by Napoleon, this elegant bridge has 17 spans enabling it to cross the River Garonne.

8:00 AM - 8:45 AM

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Free

5 - 8 min

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Directions

Porte de Bourgogne

Landmark Roman-style stone arch built in the 1750s as a symbolic gateway to the city.

9:15 AM - 9:45 AM

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Free

4 - 6 min

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Directions

Porte Cailhau

Built in 1495, this monument with a castle-like exterior was once the main gate to the city.

10:15 AM - 10:45 AM

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Free

4 - 6 min

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Directions

Miroir d'eau

Built in 2006 by the Place de la Bourse, this reflecting pool is one of the world's largest.

11:15 AM - 11:45 AM

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Free

3 - 4 min

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Directions

Place de la Bourse

Iconic city square with 18th-century architecture, a fountain & a vast reflecting pool.

12:15 PM - 1:15 PM

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Free

13 - 20 min

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Directions

Pey Berland Tower

The 15th-century Gothic bell tower of the cathedral, offering far-reaching views of the city.

1:45 PM - 2:45 PM

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$13

8 - 12 min

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Directions

Grosse Cloche

7.75-ton 18th-century bell above a former dungeon for juveniles, rung on special occasions.

3:15 PM - 3:45 PM

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Free

8 - 12 min

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Directions

Marché des Capucins

Long-established market offering local produce, cheese & wine, plus prepared foods & coffee.

4:15 PM - 5:15 PM

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Free

Day 2

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$25

Basilique Saint-Michel

Basilica built in the flamboyant Gothic style with a separate tower, crypt & 19th-century organ.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

12 - 18 min

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Directions

Place du Parlement

Historic square named after the Bordeaux Parliament, featuring an ornate fountain & cafes.

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

8 - 12 min

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Directions

National Opera of Bordeaux

This grand theatre with a façade dating from 1780 hosts operas, dance & music performances.

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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$25

16 - 24 min

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Directions

Cathédrale Saint-André de Bordeaux

Towering Romanesque cathedral dating to the 11th century, hosting regular services & organ recitals.

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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Free

Day 3

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$38

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$ 8

Les Halles Bacalan

This food market features a collection of specialist providers of gourmet foods & drinks.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

7 - 9 min

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Directions

Les Bassins des Lumières

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$38

10 - 12 min

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Directions

Jardin Public

Public green space with an arboretum & large lake, plus a natural history museum & a puppet theater.

12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

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Free

7 - 10 min

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Directions

Palais Gallien

Remains of a Roman amphitheater dating to the 3rd century CE, with a multimedia visitor center.

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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Free

9 - 14 min

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Directions

Porte Dijeaux

Historic city gate of Bordeaux, built during the mid-1700s in the Neoclassical style.

3:30 PM - 4:00 PM

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Free

Day 4

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$0

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$ 4

Monument aux Girondins

Monument with a fountain & towering column erected to honor Girondin revolutionaries.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

13 - 20 min

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Directions

Basilique Saint-Seurin

Dating from the 11th century, this Roman Catholic basilica contains a crypt with marble sarcophagi.

9:30 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

5 - 6 min

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Directions

Parc Bordelais

19th-century, 69-acre park with mature trees, a large lake, local-breed farm animals & play areas.

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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Free

Budget breakdown: $86 In total

Activities & Food:$75

Transport:$11