Aquitaine Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Aquitaine showing general coastal views, rocky coastline and a lighthouse
Aquitaine showing general coastal views, rocky coastline and a lighthouse
Biarritz which includes a sandy beach
The Water Mirror which includes a square or plaza and a city
Cathedrale St. Andre which includes heritage architecture

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Where to stay in Aquitaine

Place de la Bourse

Bordeaux City Centre

4.5/5(12 area reviews)

Travellers choose Bordeaux City Centre for its great bars. Hop aboard the metro at Gambetta Tram Station or Grand Theatre Tram Station and check out top sights like Place Gambetta.

Bordeaux City Centre
Old Harbor featuring a bay or harbour

Biarritz City Centre

5/5(10 area reviews)

Biarritz City Centre is popular for its seaside views, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Casino Barriere or Biarritz City Hall.

Biarritz City Centre
This building is indexed in the Base Mérimée, a database of architectural heritage maintained by the French Ministry of Culture, under the reference PA00083235 .

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.

Hôtel de Ville - Quinconces
Notre Dame Church which includes a church or cathedral and heritage architecture

Bordeaux Golden Triangle

5/5(4 area reviews)

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.

Bordeaux Golden Triangle
Sarlat-la-Caneda or Sarlat town in French department of Dordogne, Nouvelle-Aquitaine with medieval historic center, UNESCO site and famous Perigord truffle winter markt

Sarlat-la-Canéda Historic Center

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

Unique features of Sarlat-la-Canéda Historic Center include the historical sites and spas. Make a stop by Sarlat Cathedral or Eglise Sainte-Marie while you're exploring the area.

Sarlat-la-Canéda Historic Center
Chartrons

Chartrons

4/5(7 area reviews)

You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Chartrons. Spend some time visiting top spots like Quai des Marques, and catch the metro at Cours du Medoc Tram Station or Les Hangars Tram Station to see more of the area.

Chartrons
Novotel Bordeaux Centre

Novotel Bordeaux Centre

4 out of 5
45 Cours du Marechal Juin Bordeaux Gironde
The price is AU$193 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
AU$193
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Bordeaux. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
Muy buennhotel

Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026

Novotel Bordeaux Centre
ibis Bordeaux Centre Meriadeck

ibis Bordeaux Centre Meriadeck

3 out of 5
35, Cours du Marechal Juin Bordeaux Gironde
The price is AU$120 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
AU$120
29 Mar - 30 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bordeaux. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
Matcha Matcha nearby offering good range of coffees and cakes etc.

Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026

ibis Bordeaux Centre Meriadeck
Mercure Bordeaux Centre Ville

Mercure Bordeaux Centre Ville

4 out of 5
5 Rue Robert Lateulade Bordeaux Gironde
The price is AU$174 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
AU$174
29 Mar - 30 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Bordeaux. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Popular attractions Cité du Vin and St. Seurin Basilica ...
Mercure Bordeaux Centre Ville
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Residhotel Galerie Tatry

Residhotel Galerie Tatry

3 out of 5
174 Cours du Medoc Bordeaux
Stay at this aparthotel in Bordeaux. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8/10 Very Good! (2,409 reviews)
Was clean and good value

Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026

Residhotel Galerie Tatry
Nemea Appart Hotel Les Hauts de Milady Biarritz

Nemea Appart Hotel Les Hauts de Milady Biarritz

4 out of 5
24 Av. de la Milady Biarritz Pyrénées-Atlantiques
Stay at this aparthotel in Biarritz. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Thalmar and Marbella Beach are located ...
7.6/10 Good! (218 reviews)
Clean room, well positioned in Biarritz

Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025

Nemea Appart Hotel Les Hauts de Milady Biarritz
Résidence Vacances Bleues Le Grand Large

Résidence Vacances Bleues Le Grand Large

3 out of 5
1 Rue Dalbarade Biarritz Pyrenees-Atlantiques
Stay at this residence in Biarritz. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (822 reviews)
Very friendly bilingual staff, centrally located with great views if you are a few floors up. Rooms are tired but a refurb is underway

Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026

Résidence Vacances Bleues Le Grand Large
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Popular places to visit

The City of Wine

Cité du Vin

4/5(13 reviews)

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.

Cité du Vin
Cote des Basques showing rugged coastline and a coastal town

Cote des Basques

3.5/5(6 reviews)

Considered the birthplace of European surfing, this picturesque bay of golden sand is backed by rugged cliffs and lined with beachfront cafés.

Cote des Basques
Bordeaux which includes a city and street scenes

Rue Sainte-Catherine

4.5/5(15 reviews)

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.

Rue Sainte-Catherine
Place des Quinconces showing a park and a statue or sculpture

Place des Quinconces

4.5/5(11 reviews)

The biggest square in France, this plaza hosts festivals, concerts and markets and features monuments dedicated to famous writers.

Place des Quinconces
Place de la Bourse showing heritage architecture, an administrative building and night scenes

Place de la Bourse

4.5/5(16 reviews)

Explore this photogenic riverside square, which is bordered by two grand neoclassical palaces and features a spectacular fountain at its center.

Place de la Bourse
Biarritz

Le Gare du Midi

You can get tickets for a performance at Le Gare du Midi during your stay in Biarritz. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Le Gare du Midi

Activities

Taillan-Médoc: Château Visit and Wine Tasting in Bordeaux

Taillan-Médoc: Château Visit and Wine Tasting in Bordeaux

AU$55
per adult
Taillan-Médoc: Château Visit and Wine Tasting in Bordeaux
Bordeaux: Guided River Cruise

Bordeaux: Guided River Cruise

AU$25
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Bordeaux: Guided River Cruise
Jarnac: Braastad cognac prestige visit

Jarnac: Braastad cognac prestige visit

AU$58
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Jarnac: Braastad cognac prestige visit
Bordeaux Free Walking Tour with a Glass of Wine

Bordeaux Free Walking Tour with a Glass of Wine

AU$2
per adult
Bordeaux Free Walking Tour with a Glass of Wine
Planet Exotica entrance ticket

Planet Exotica entrance ticket

AU$32
per adult
Planet Exotica entrance ticket
Secrets of Bordeaux Self Guided Tour

Secrets of Bordeaux Self Guided Tour

AU$5
per adult
Secrets of Bordeaux Self Guided Tour
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Cities near Aquitaine

Biarritz which includes a sandy beach

Biarritz

Bordeaux showing street scenes and heritage elements

Bordeaux

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Bergerac

Lourdes showing night scenes and performance art as well as a large group of people

Lourdes

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