A UNESCO-listed city of art and history, Bordeaux combines 18th-century façades, the world's largest water mirror and a global reputation as the capital of wine. Here are the places not to miss.
Looking for things to do in Bordeaux, places to visit near Bordeaux or an idea for a day out this weekend? Here is a selection of the finest sights to see, all explorable directly on the interactive map.
Open Bordeaux on the interactive mapBuilt in the 18th century under Louis XV, this square is reflected in the world's largest water mirror (3,450 m²), unveiled in 2006 on the banks of the Garonne.
See on the map →A UNESCO World Heritage site, this Gothic cathedral hosted the marriage of Eleanor of Aquitaine to the future Louis VII in 1137.
See on the map →Built apart from the cathedral so as not to weaken its structure, this 15th-century bell tower is climbed via 233 steps to a 360° panorama over Bordeaux and the Garonne.
See on the map →A former 15th-century gate in the city walls, this belfry topped by a lion and a unicorn remains one of Bordeaux's historic emblems.
See on the map →With architecture evoking wine swirling in a glass, this immersive museum traces the history and cultures of wine around the world, with a viewpoint overlooking the Garonne.
See on the map →The first bridge built over the Garonne in Bordeaux, on the orders of Napoleon I; its 17 arches (echoing the 17 letters of the emperor's name) frame a fine view of the quays.
See on the map →Completed in 1780, this theatre — its façade lined with twelve Corinthian columns and statues of the Muses — remains one of the finest examples of neoclassical architecture in France.
See on the map →This medieval quarter of narrow lanes and listed façades forms the lively historic heart of Bordeaux, full of bars and restaurants.
See on the map →This 18th-century English-style garden is home to the natural history museum and a botanical garden — a green haven cherished by locals.
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