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Things to do in Bordeaux, Nouvelle-Aquitaine: The Best Architectural Buildings
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.
Restaurants in Bordeaux
1. Grand Theatre
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4.5 based on 1,235 reviews
Considered by many to be the cultural heart of the city, this elaborately carved opera house surprises the senses with its fine architecture and interior design as well as its world-class performances.
Reviewed By CwparisR - Calgary, Canada
My husband and I attended the afternoon performance on a Saturday. Very beautiful opera building and the ballet was outstanding.
2. Baptistere St-Jean
3. Cite Fruges-Le Corbusier
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4.5 based on 108 reviews
Bordeaux industrialist Henri Frugès commissioned the visionary architect Charles-Edouard Le Corbusier, to create this unconventional neighbourhood. 50 houses were built in 1926, and restored in the 1970s. This brought out renewed respect for the buildings, which are now listed and protected in a national heritage zone (Protection du Patrimoine Architectural Urbain et Paysager).
4. Tour Pey-Berland
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4.5 based on 809 reviews
Situated to the south-east of the chevet of the Cathedral of Saint-André at Bordeaux, the tower of Pey-Berland serves as its bell tower, built in the 15th century in the Gothic style. Its isolation was due to the wish to provide the Cathedral with magnificent bells which would not threaten the structure with their vibrations. Designated world heritage site by UNESCO.
Reviewed By imagosumlux
You get to climb 61 meters, in a two meter column, up 231 steps to see the view of the Gargoyles. Sure there are times when you’re thinking the foundations date from the the 16th century but the the final product was by the same architect that created the Statue of Liberty (and that hasn’t fallen yet). Seriously, its a strenuous 15 minute ascent if you’re in any doubt don’t try. I can imagine it would be challenging to many people. However, the payoff in views is worth the risk. Even just seeing a cathedral from above is architecturally illuminating, never mind the 360 degree views of Bordeaux city. For 5 euro, its a steal. More excitement and fun than a roller coaster.
5. Temple des Chartrons
6. Hotel de Ville de Bordeaux
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4.0 based on 245 reviews
Reviewed By 750dimitrisl - Sydney, Australia
This is a beautiful building. As far as City Town Halls go, this one is at the top of the list. It's an architectural masterpiece. It was built in the 18th century as a home for an archbishop. That says something about the resident.... The present structure was rebuilt after it was destroyed in World War II. The surrounding area is quite nice. There is a large square and one of the significant things to see, as well, is the beautiful Cathedrale Saint Andre de Bordeaux, or the Bordeaux Cathedral, just across from the City Hall.
7. Porte Dijeaux
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4.0 based on 108 reviews
Reviewed By easterntreker - Halifax, Canada
Passing through Porte Dijeaux we enter the old Historic area of Bordeaux. This takes us into the area with lots of great shops and restaurants. It is amazing and ancient .
8. Eglise Saint-Eloi
9. La Cite du Vin
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4.0 based on 5,801 reviews
La Cité du Vin is a unique cultural facility where wine comes to life through an immersive, sensorial approach, all set within an evocative architectural design. La Cité du Vin gives a different view of wine, across the world, across the ages, across all cultures and all civilisations. A must-see experience during any stay in Bordeaux.
Reviewed By ben0itlj - Lafayette, United States
This is a museum of wines of the Bordeaux region. It contains slide shows on giant screens, digital audio with information on the many displays, a top floor with views of the city, complimentary tasting of local wines, a restaurant, etc., all beautifully done. Highly recommend it.
10. Maison cantonale
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