Bordeaux City Centre Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Bordeaux City Centre
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 des Quinconces
The biggest square in France, this plaza hosts festivals, concerts and markets and features monuments dedicated to famous writers.
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 Saint Pierre
Learn about the local history of Bordeaux with a stop at Place Saint Pierre. Wander the area's riverfront or simply enjoy one of its lively bars.
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.
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.
Activities
Bordeaux: Guided River Cruise
Bordeaux: River Garonne Cruise with Glass of Wine and Canelé
Bordeaux: Cité du Vin Entry Ticket and Wine Tasting
Bordeaux Historical Walking Tour + 1 Glass of Wine
Bordeaux Walking Tour - Shared Group or Private Options
Our pick of the best Bordeaux City Centre Hotel Deals
ibis Bordeaux Centre Meriadeck
"Always an English-speaker at the reception desk. They are very helpful, gracious and respectful. The room was clean and the sofa bed was made up before check-in so we were able to rest quickly after a long travel day. The beds were comfortable, water pressure was good. You can earn drink coupons ..."
Reviewed on 2 June 2026
FirstName Bordeaux - part of JdV by Hyatt
"Friendly staffs. Bigger room. Bath room is big too. clean daily service. facility is clean. close to Tram station and mall. just a bit walking distance to tourist attraction areas. Highly recommended."
Reviewed on 1 June 2026
Staycity Aparthotels, Bordeaux City Centre
"We liked the convenience of the location and the property very clean has laundry, gym, and a parking. What more could you want and the price was excellent."
Reviewed on 1 June 2026
Best Western Premier Hotel Bayonne Etche Ona - Bordeaux
"The hotel is just off the main plaza near the main shopping street. It's down a small road so there is no traffic noise. It's a typically small but nice European room. Because my trip started and ended in Bordeaux I actually stayed there twice and even in the same room. Breakfast was typical continental ..."
Reviewed on 1 June 2026
La Tour Intendance
"I rarely write a review but I think this hotel experience categorically does not deserve a rating of over 8, given that our room: - was next to a public alleyway, meaning the curtains had to be closed the whole time, allowing for no natural light - had no door between the bedroom and toilet, with ..."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Hotel Bordeaux Clemenceau by HappyCulture
"The staff were excellent. Very professional and helpful."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
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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 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.
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 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.
Saint-Bruno - Saint-Victor
While you're in Saint-Bruno - Saint-Victor, take in top sights like Patinoire Meriadeck or Museum of Illusions Bordeaux, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Hotel de Police Tram Station or Gaviniès Tram Stop.
Saint Seurin - Fondaudège
If you're spending some time in Saint Seurin - Fondaudège, St. Seurin Basilica and Jardin Public are top sights worth seeing.
Bordeaux City Centre Travel Guide
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- Visit Abzac
- Aquitaine Museum
- Visit Arbis
- Visit Artigues-pres-Bordeaux
- Visit Barie
- Visit Blanquefort
- Visit Bonzac
- Visit Bordeaux Golden Triangle
- Visit Capucins - Victoire
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- Visit Cenon
- Visit Gensac
- Girondins Monument
- Grand Theatre of Bordeaux
- Grosse Cloche
- Hotel de Ville Palais Rohan
- Jardin Public
- Visit La Brede
- Visit La Teste-de-Buch
- Visit Lacanau
- Visit Langon
- Visit Lanton
- Visit Le Porge
- Visit Lège-Cap-Ferret
- Maison du Vin de Bordeaux
- Visit Moulon
- Visit Pauillac
- Visit Pessac
- Place de la Bourse
- Place de la Victoire
- Place des Quinconces
- Pont de Pierre
- Rue Sainte-Catherine
- Visit Saint-Émilion
- Saint Joseph Orthodox Church
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