10 Cultural Tours in Bordeaux That You Shouldn't Miss

January 27, 2022 Marianna Hollaway

After many years of hard work, the "Sleeping Beauty" has awoken from its slumber. The city is beautifully restored and has an ultra-modern public transport system. The “Port of the Moon” is also now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Stone Bridge, with its 17 arches, crosses the Garonne, offering pedestrians a lovely view over the docks and harbor. Take a stroll through old Bordeaux in the Triangle d'Or and stop at Place des Quinconces, France’s largest public square. The city of Bordeaux is an ideal base for exploring the greater wine region’s unforgettable sights and tastes.
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1. 2-Hour Bordeaux Segway Tour

Bordeaux, Bordeaux, Gironde, Nouvelle-Aquitaine Mobilboard - Bordeaux Trip
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Explore UNESCO–listed Bordeaux in style and discover top attractions with ease on this 2-hour Segway tour. Follow your own guide through the streets of Bordeaux by Segway and take in sites of interest including 11th-century Bordeaux Cathedral, Place de la Comédie, and Place des Quinconces. Spin along the banks of the Garonne River and admire sweeping views over the bridges that span the waterway. Along the way, listen as your guide brings Bordeaux’s colorful past to life.

Inclusions: own Local guide, Use of Segway and helmet, Poncho (in case of rain)

Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Food and drinks, Gratuities

Reviewed By Tillysquibs

We were the only 2 on the tour, the guide was lovely and spoke great English. We had such a fab time, I would definitely recommend.

2. Medoc Region Private Sightseeing & Wine Day Trip with Tasting from Bordeaux

Decanter Tours
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Have it just the way you like it with this private Medoc wine tour.  All tastings, visits and transportation are INCLUDED in the price.  Visit the most famous names in Bordeaux.  Favorite wines?  Suggest them and we will check their availability. This is your day.  Or let us choose. Suggestion:  A blend of ultra modern sophisticated premium wineries and some smaller family owned vineyards is a great way to experience the diversity of  the Medoc.  We visit the famous wine making regions of the Medoc on this one day private wine tour:  Margaux, Pauillac, St Julien, St Estephe and the Haut Medoc.   Our accomplished guides are entertaining fluent english speakers and locals with compelling anecdotes about the people, the region and the wines.  Pick up from your hotel, Air BnB or ship.

Inclusions: Bottled water, Wine tasting, Driver/guide, Live commentary on board, Hotel/port pickup and drop-off, Private tour, Transport by private vehicle Mercedes mid-sized luxury minivan, Alcoholic Beverages

Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks other than stated in the itinerary (available to purchase) at lunch, Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop-off outside of Bordeaux. A supplement will be charged. Consult us for a quotation., Lunch

Reviewed By kimpU1352UW

I lost a valuable winery client due to Decanter Tours. We were planning a wonderful trip and the owner totally dropped the ball. Stopped responding and left me hanging.

3. Médoc Region Local Castle Visits Day Trip with Wine Tasting from Bordeaux

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The Wine cab will make you discover the prestigious medoc castles in a very friendly atmosphere. You can also taste other wines while rolling or making a stop in the vineyards. The most amazing experience will create your own wine and leave with your bottle of your personal vintage !

Inclusions: Pick up service and drop off at your hotel in Bordeaux, 1 visit with tasting in a classified, 1 visit with tasting in a family property of Médoc, 1 “outdoor” tasting in the vineyards or in the Cab, Cab transport by an English speaking driver in between your different activities, Alcoholic Beverages

Exclusions: Expert oenologist: + 280 € (limit of 4 passengers maximum), Meals

Reviewed By G4382WMmelissas

We had a lovely afternoon with Nicola visiting the Medoc region. We saw two wineries and had fun tasting and touring. Our kids also enjoyed the experience. The service was impeccable- our driver stopped off for us to buy lunch and other shopping. Highly recommend this experience.

4. A day in Saint-Emilion in a sidecar

12 Cours du 30 Juillet, 33000 Bordeaux, France Retro Tour Bordeaux
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What if the side-car was the best way to immerse yourself in the atmosphere of Bordeaux Wineyards? Tour of Saint-Emilion, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. On the program in addition to the ride through the vineyards: two wine tasting and visit of a château Grand Cru Classé and walk to Saint-Emilion. We can also organize a picnic in the vineyards. The ride is 8 hours. Each side-car = 1 or 2 Passengers

Inclusions: Private tour, Driver/guide, Live commentary on board, Wine tasting, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Alcoholic Beverages, Insurance

Exclusions: Gratuities

Reviewed By U5789MKnathalieg

We had the big chance to make the excellent tour with Alex, at our first day in Bordeaux. What a fantastic way to discover this beautiful city! We‘ve learned quite a lot about the ancient history and Alex showed us lovely places to spend our time here in Bordeaux. With his spontaneous, heart-warming and charming way, this evening got even better! Thank you so much for this amazing welcome in your beautiful and interesting city :)

5. Saint Emilion: Food and wine escape

2 Rue Mably, 33000 Bordeaux, France Olala Bordeaux
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Enjoy a nice escape in the Saint Emilion region with food and wines, the perfect trip for all the epicurians looking for a convivial discovering and sharing experience.

Inclusions: Tour guide / Driver, Air-conditioned vehicle, Guided tour of Saint-Emilion village, Visit of 2 wineries, Wine tastings, Picnic lunch at the château

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Reviewed By cakegirl66

We loved our morning. Julie, our guide, worked so hard speaking in both English, for us, and French for the Belgian ladies who were in the tour with us, telling us about Bordeaux (history and current) and wine as well as happily answering our questions. The chateaux were interesting and the wine tasting enjoyable, sitting on a terrace overlooking the vineyards. The second part of our trip was a visit to St. Emilion village, brilliantly guided by Julie. She even kindly dropped us off at the railway station on the way back.

6. Saint-Emilion & Medoc Full Day Wine Tour with Lunch

12 Cours du 30 Juillet, 33000 Bordeaux, France Bordeaux Wine Trails
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Discover the famous regions of Saint-Emilion and Medoc in just one day! This unique tour will give you the opportunity to taste a wide variety of wines from the right and left bank! Enjoy a fresh picnic style lunch by the vines and let your driver guide you through the vineyards in a recent air-conditioned minivan. - Full-day tour of Bordeaux wine region from Bordeaux - Journey into the vine-covered hills and visit three wine estates - Tour and tastings at Grand Cru Classé wineries in Saint-Emilion & Medoc - Picnic lunch and tastings at a family winery in Entre-deux-mers - Walking tour of the UNESCO-listed Saint-Emilion village

Inclusions: Picnic style lunch at a boutique winery, Bottled water, Transportation in air-conditioned minivan, Local Driver Guide, 3 visits and tastings at three local wineries, Up to 9 tastings and 2 glasses of wine per person, An overall understanding of what makes Bordeaux wines unique

Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities, Mask (Covid)

Reviewed By alidG606DT

This trip was amazing! Jon was such a great guide and was very knowledgeable! We also got to tour a great winery, which was very interactive and we could ask any questions that we had. The tour around Saint-Emilion was also beautiful!

7. Private Virtual Reality Tour of Bordeaux Monuments

The Big Bell of Bordeaux, 45 Rue Saint-James, 33000 Bordeaux, France Bordeaux Discoveries
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Discover Bordeaux City as you would never see it otherwise ! Thanks to exclusive Virtual Reality images, you would marvel at the ancient monuments dating from the Romanesque period and the Middle Ages, and understand how the buildings of the past have influenced the urban structure today ! Visits on demand available in French-English-German-Spanish, we can also make it shorter or longer, depending on your wishes and interests : just ask us :D !

Inclusions: OCULUS Headset for Virtual Reality

Exclusions: Snacks

Reviewed By deninikolova

I had a wonderful visit with the lovely Diane. I highly recommend her for her professionalism and amazing personality. Thank you for the great experience.

8. Saint-Emilion Small-Group Afternoon Wine Tour (5h)

11 Place de Stalingrad, 33100 Bordeaux, France Tours in Bordeaux
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Spend a half-day ( 5 hours) in the charming countryside of Saint-Emilion on a trip from Bordeaux. You will travel as a small group of 2-8 people. On this trip you will visit the village of Saint-Emilion as well as 2 x Chateau for a tour and wine tastings. You will taste 4-6 wines (2-4cl per glass). In the village of Saint-Emilion I will give you a guided tour and let you take in its breathtaking views of the countryside. At each winery I will introduce you to the "Responsable Oenotourisme" of the Château. You will have an introduction about the history of the estate, view the vineyards and vat room, and learn about the process of wine-making at the chateau. The tour will end with a commented tasting of the Château wines (2-4 wines). Our itinerary will be as follows Transport from Place du Stalingrad to Saint-Emilion Visit to a Chateau for tour and tastings Tour of Village of Saint-Emilion. Visit to another Chateau for tour and tastings Transport back to Bordeaux.

Inclusions: Short walking tour of Saint-Emilion, Transport in A/C car or minivan, Admission to winerys and tastings included, Tasting of 4-6 wines (2-4cl)

Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks, unless specified, Personal expenses and insurance, Admission or tour of Monolithic Church in Saint-Emilion

Reviewed By pensfromutah

Informative walking tour with Mark in Bordeaux. We learned much about the city and about wine in the region. It was a very pleasurable morning with him

9. Bordeaux Vineyard Small Group Full Day Experience with Picnic Lunch

12 Cours du 30 Juillet, 33000 Bordeaux, France Bordeaux Wine Trails
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This unique small group full-day wine tour from Bordeaux is the ultimate French lifestyle experience. Take the entire day to relax and explore the remarkable richness and diversity of Bordeaux's wines and visit multiple wineries. This tour includes a cold lunch with local produce at a boutique winery (warm in winter) , up to 9 wine tastings and transportation in a recent air-conditioned minivan and a local driver guide with great knowledge of the region and its wines. The minimum age for this tour is 18.

Inclusions: Transportation in air-conditioned minivan, Local Driver Guide, Visits to and wine tastings at three wineries, Picnic style lunch at a boutique winery, Glass of crémant (local sparkling wine), Small bottles of water, Up to 9 tastings and 3 glasses of wine per person!, An overall understanding of what makes Bordeaux wines unique

Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Food and drinks, unless specified, Mask (Covid), Gratuities

Reviewed By alidG606DT

This trip was amazing! Jon was such a great guide and was very knowledgeable! We also got to tour a great winery, which was very interactive and we could ask any questions that we had. The tour around Saint-Emilion was also beautiful!

10. Saint-Emilion Small-Group Bike Tour with Wine Tastings & Lunch from Bordeaux

12 Cours du 30 Juillet, 33000 Bordeaux, France A la Francaise! Bordeaux
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Spend a day exploring the French region of St-Emilion by bike, accompanied by a friendly guide. From Bordeaux, take a train or a minivan to the UNESCO-listed village of St-Emilion and enjoy a guided walking tour. Then cycle to a family-run wine chateau for lunch. Enjoy a wine-tasting class and a tour of the wine cellars, before you continue biking through vineyards and past famous chateaux such as Petrus and Cheval Blanc. Stop at a Classified Growth chateau, and end your tour with a final wine tasting. Numbers are limited to 12 on this small-group tour, ensuring you'll receive personalized attention from your guide. Please notice that lunch at the winery is included. Please advise us if you have any food allergies - special requirements. No alternatives will be available the day of the tour.

Inclusions: Drive in minivan between Bordeaux and St-Emilion , Cycle hire, Lunch, Wine tasting (2 wines per estate), Guided tour of 2 chateaux : vineyards and cellars

Exclusions: Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop-off

Reviewed By valentinaparr

AWFUL service concerning reimbursement. Our train was cancelled and we couldn’t make it on time and they gave NO OPTION for rescheduling for a future date + no way to get a refund.

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