Travel guide · France
Bordeaux: what to see and when to go
Bordeaux is an elegant 18th-century city on the Garonne, a UNESCO site of honey-coloured façades, and the capital of the world's most famous wine region. Saint-Émilion, the châteaux of the Médoc and the Atlantic dunes of Arcachon are all easy day trips.
What to see and do in Bordeaux
Place de la Bourse and the Water Mirror
The classic façade reflected in a thin sheet of water on the quays.
La Cité du Vin
An interactive wine museum shaped like wine swirling in a glass, with a tasting on top.
Saint-Émilion
A medieval wine village with a church carved into the rock (UNESCO).
Dune du Pilat
Europe's tallest sand dune, above the Arcachon basin and its oyster farms.
Chartrons and the Capucins market
The old wine merchants' quarter with antique shops, and the city's liveliest food market.
Best time to go
The most pleasant months: Jul – Aug.
Getting there
| From | Flight time | Return flight |
|---|---|---|
| London | 1 hr, 30 min | ≈ €100 · See flights |
| New York | 8 hr | ≈ €480 · See flights |
| Los Angeles | 12 hr, 30 min | ≈ €590 · See flights |
| Dubai | 7 hr, 30 min | ≈ €450 · See flights |
| Singapore | 14 hr, 45 min | ≈ €640 · See flights |
| Sydney | 22 hr, 45 min | ≈ €830 · See flights |
3 nights from London: ≈ €370 per person, flight and stay included.
Per person. Estimates from distance and local prices; real fares depend on your dates.
Essentials
- Country
- France
- Currency
- Euro
- Good for
- food · city · culture · calm
- How long to stay
- 2–3 days
- Where to stay
- The historic centre (Saint-Pierre, the Golden Triangle) for walking; Chartrons for a village feel.Find a place to stay in Bordeaux
Plan your trip
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Frequently asked questions
What's the weather like in Bordeaux and when should you go?
The most pleasant months: Jul – Aug. Average highs range from 10° in January to 28° in August.
How many days do you need in Bordeaux?
2 to 3 days is enough to see the essentials without rushing.
What does a few days in Bordeaux cost?
Accommodation runs at around €90 per person per night. 3 nights from London: ≈ €370 per person, flight and stay included. The flight from London takes about 1 hr, 30 min.
Where should you stay in Bordeaux?
The historic centre (Saint-Pierre, the Golden Triangle) for walking; Chartrons for a village feel.
