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 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 des Quinconces
The biggest square in France, this plaza hosts festivals, concerts and markets and features monuments dedicated to famous writers.
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: River Garonne Cruise with Glass of Wine and Canelé
The Best of Bordeaux Walking Tour + 1 Glass of Wine
Discovery of the Bordeaux vineyard in 3 wines
Bordeaux' Best Boulangeries & History Tour
Bordeaux: Cité du Vin Entry Ticket and Wine Tasting
Our pick of the best Bordeaux City Centre Hotel Deals
ibis Bordeaux Centre Meriadeck
The Ibis Meriadeck is ideally located near the Palais de Justice tramstop for the centre. Staff were very friendly and accomodating. The breakfast was excellent and the dinner menu varied and of excellent quality. I would highly recommend staying in the Ibis.
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Novotel Bordeaux Centre
The food was excellent at the restaurant
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Staycity Aparthotels, Bordeaux City Centre
My room was clean and well-equipped.
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Hotel Konti by HappyCulture
A great hotel, great location
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Quality Hotel Bordeaux Centre
Everything good. I enjoyed my stay. Staff very good.
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Hôtel Burdigala by Inwood Hotels
Large room, exquisite bathroom and amazingly comfortable bed.
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
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.
