Top 10 things to do in Bordeaux

Bordeaux is the capital of Aquitaine. It shines in the south-west of France, as one of the most popular cities for French and foreign tourists. And it's not surprising, because it is classified as a "Unesco World Heritage Site", labeled "City of Art and History",... It is also a green city, very attached to the preservation of nature. environment, and therefore ideal for learning about slow-tourism. There are so many things to do there, that the hardest part is finding your way around. To help you, we have concocted a Top 10 activities and visits to do absolutely in Bordeaux.

Opening photo: Indispensable! Eating Cannelés in Bordeaux! Photo credit © rh2010 / AdobeStock

1) Visit the different districts of Bordeaux

Whether you want to visit the historic city center of Bordeaux, cool off on the banks of the Garonne or discover the Darwin eco-district and its innovations, we take you to visit Bordeaux in all its facets:

Call on the AGNA, the Association of Guides of New Aquitaine.

Visit Bordeaux on foot

Our favorite: Alexia Blanchy, an essential person who is modernizing real estate!

We are not offering you a visit or an activity, but a meeting with a dynamic, enthusiastic woman who is above all passionate about her job. Having fallen into the real estate pot since 2017, she invites you to discover Bordeaux, the life of its neighborhoods and its real estate in a unique way, that of Alexia Blanchy.

Alexia Blanchy, unique and personalized sales

Forget virtual tours and still photos, Alexia offers you a format that reflects her image: embodied videos. Taking on the role of the owner of the premises, she reveals the potential of your property by humanizing each space. In the kitchen, Alexia sips a coffee while in the living room, she watches television, bringing the spaces to life for the duration of a personalized film. Fascination, admiration, valorization, she plays with words to capture your attention, which earned her the nickname "Audace" in the region.

Alexia Blanchy, innovative concepts for Bordeaux real estate

Shaking up the codes is the passion of this energetic woman with a thousand ideas who invites you to discover Bordeaux in an offbeat way. Always armed with her camera, she presents the city's neighborhoods by integrating the shops, transport and schools, in order to project you into your new cozy cocoon. But the real innovation remains the events that she will offer from November 2024. The presentation of the property is organized in the form of an open house hosted by a DJ, while a catering service delights the privileged guests who visit the rooms at their own pace. Are you won over? Us too! Contact Alexia Blanchy!

Photo: © Alexia Blanchy - Abec Immobilier

2) Immerse yourself in Bordeaux culture in museums

History and fine arts, culture and local life, environment and science… Bordeaux offers many possibilities for culture lovers. There is no doubt that you will be able to satisfy your curiosity there. Here is a selection of museums that we have visited for you:

Visit the museums of Bordeaux and Gironde!

Visit the Base Sous-Marine de Bordeaux, there is always something going on! Photo credit © Claudiameye / AdobeStock

3) Visit the City of Wine

Bordeaux is inseparable from its wine-growing region. The culture around wine is deeply rooted in Bordeaux traditions and still today viticulture is an essential economy for the region. To better understand this environment, the work of the winegrower and appreciate the wine, nothing beats spending a day at the Cité du Vin.

La Cité du Vin: 6 landmarks to prepare for your visit

The City of Wine - Photo © Guide Bordeaux Gironde

4) Go on a food tour to taste Bordeaux gastronomy

Cannelés, Bordeaux porcini mushrooms, Bordeaux sauce... whether you have a sweet or savory palate, whether you are a great gourmand or a fine gourmet, there is something for everyone and something to satisfy all your desires in Bordeaux. We offer you some ideas for gourmet outings to taste Bordeaux gastronomy:

Top 5 of our favorite unusual bars in Bordeaux.

The specialties of Bordeaux and the Gironde to taste absolutely!

Want to live an unforgettable experience? Contact Aurélien at Délicieux Food Tour!

A true Bordeaux favorite, Délicieux Food Tour is the ideal option to discover Bordeaux and all its secrets. Far from traditional guided tours, Aurélien takes you on a unique culinary and historical experience. On the program, the story of the past of this port city, the presentation of its architecture and its rich heritage, but also the discovery of the unmissable local specialties. Famous wines, cannelés or foie gras cheeses, your eyes and taste buds will be delighted. A passionate storyteller and lover of Bordeaux, Aurélien presents his favorite city and all its little secrets through a friendly and gourmet tour.

Delicious Food Tour, tailor-made culinary and historical tours in Bordeaux

What a pleasure to wander the cobbled streets licking your lips after tasting specialties. In the morning or evening, it's up to you to choose your favorite moment to listen to the stories of the city of Bordeaux, punctuated by gourmet breaks. Depending on your desires, Délicieux Food Tour offers you:

The Lunch Expedition
The Odyssey of Snacking
The Dinner Adventure
The taste buds getaway for bachelor parties
The corporate culinary journey for professionals

Experience an unforgettable adventure between Bordeaux flavors and traditions!

Photo: © Délicieux Food Tour

5) Discover Bordeaux, green city

Bordeaux is considered a green city for its initiatives and actions in favor of the environment, but also for the management of its territory. It tends to regularly increase the surface of its green spaces, to improve the quality of life of its inhabitants and its visitors. Come and walk with us in the parks and gardens of Bordeaux:

The parks and gardens of Bordeaux, nature in the city!

Photo credit © Kaelia / AdobeStock

6) Hike around Bordeaux

Are you more of a hiker than a walker and do you want a good workout? No problem, Bordeaux is surrounded by beautiful natural spaces, very pleasant to stretch your legs:

An active walk around the bridges

7) Cycling in Bordeaux

Do you prefer cycling? Here again, Bordeaux has a good network of cycle paths and greenways, which will allow you to pedal in complete safety:

Visit Bordeaux by bike

A nature bike ride north of Bordeaux

8) Swimming in Bordeaux-Lac

Just because you're in town doesn't mean you can't enjoy the pleasures of water. Bordeaux has many assets to satisfy families who want to swim and have fun at the water's edge:

Bordeaux-Lac and its sailing center
The Lac de Bègles and its leisure center
The banks of the Garonne

Leisure centers and bodies of water for swimming near Bordeaux

9) Embark on a cruise on the Garonne

Bordeaux is crossed by the Garonne. Many monuments are located on the banks and are visible from the river. A trip on the water is an opportunity to see the city of Bordeaux from a new angle. In addition, the boats offer guided tours, meals, evenings or entertainment for children:

10) Take an unusual tour of the city

You want to get off the beaten track and do a more unusual activity. Tourism service providers compete in originality to surprise you, with ideas that are out of the ordinary: