Best things to do in Bordeaux

Bordeaux Unmissables

Bordeaux showcases a concentration of 18th-century neoclassical architecture, centered around the Place de la Bourse and the Grand Théâtre. This UNESCO World Heritage site features medieval landmarks like the Grosse Cloche and the Gothic Saint-André Cathedral, paired with the separate Pey-Berland bell tower. The city’s history is further represented by the Romanesque-Gothic Basilica of Saint Severinus and the Musée d'Aquitaine, while the monumental fountains of the Place des Quinconces honor the Girondin deputies of the French Revolution.

Bordeaux Unmissables — Map

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Bordeaux Cathedral

Gothic cathedral and UNESCO World Heritage Site that serves as the seat of the Archbishop. Originally consecrated in 1096, the structure was rebuilt between the 12th and 16th centuries and hosted two royal weddings.

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Place de la Bourse, Bordeaux

Place de la Bourse is a square in Bordeaux, France and one of the city's most recognisable sights.

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Grand Theatre

The Grand Théâtre de Bordeaux is an opera house in Bordeaux, France, first inaugurated on 17 April 1780.

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Bordeaux, Port of the Moon

The Port de la Lune is the name given to the harbour of Bordeaux, dating to the Middle Ages, because of the shape of the river crossing the…

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Great bell of Bordeaux

This impressive bell tower, dating back to the 15th century, became a symbol of the city. It was used to alert people in case of fire.

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Tour Pey-Berland

The Tour Pey-Berland, named for its patron Pey Berland, is the separate bell tower of the Bordeaux Cathedral, in Bordeaux at the Place Pey…

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Quinconces Square

Vast city square covering approximately 63 acres that serves as a major public transport hub and venue for fairs and concerts. It features significant neoclassical monuments and was originally established in 1820 to prevent rebellion.

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Monument aux Girondins

Historic monument and 54-meter column featuring a bronze statue representing Liberty and two monumental fountains. It commemorates the Girondin deputies who were victims of the Reign of Terror during the French Revolution.

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Basilica of Saint Severinus of Bordeaux

The Basilica of Saint Severinus is a church built in Bordeaux at the dawn of the 11th century.In 1998, UNESCO designated the Routes of…

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Musée d'Aquitaine

The Museum of Aquitaine is a collection of objects and documents from the history of Bordeaux and Aquitaine.

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Église Saint-Pierre de Bordeaux

14th-century Gothic church built on the site of a former Gallo-Roman port. This historic place of worship was later remodeled during the 19th century and is recognized as a national monument.

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Church Of Notre Dame

A late 17th-century Baroque church featuring an ornate facade and exceptional acoustics. Designed by Pierre Michel Duplessy, it was inspired by the Church of the Gesù in Rome and houses a collection of 18th-century paintings and a historic organ.

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