Bacalan Travel Guide
Bordeaux
Popular places to visit
Cité du Vin
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Cité du Vin during your travels in Bordeaux. Discover the area's shops or seek out its local tours.
Submarine Base of Bordeaux
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Submarine Base of Bordeaux during your travels in Bordeaux. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this romantic area.
Aquitaine Bridge
You can learn about the history of Bordeaux with a stop at Aquitaine Bridge. Visit the area's spas or simply enjoy its wineries.
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.
Things to do
Bordeaux: River Garonne Cruise with Glass of Wine and Canelé
Bordeaux: Wine and Trade Museum Entry Ticket & Wine Tasting
Bordeaux: Cité du Vin Entry Ticket and Wine Tasting
Bordeaux: Introduction to Bordeaux Wines Tasting Workshop
Top hotels in Bacalan
Radisson Blu Bordeaux
Close to the wine museum and tram stop Nice promendade along the river.
Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025
B&B HOTEL Bordeaux Bassins à flot
Parfait lorsqu’on voyage avec automobile. Épicerie ´à quelques minutes de marche. Excellent rapport qualité prix
Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025
Moxy Bordeaux Hotel
Very pleasant stay. Lobby is more a coffee house/bar very comfortable and relaxing ! Would stay again
Reviewed on 4 Oct 2025
Whoo Bordeaux Bacalan - Hostel
Lobby is large and also with a working area. Behind check in counter is the bar for beer and soft drinks. Check in time is 1500 come early has to stay in lobby area. Only down side is room doesn’t have air conditioning and you have to open the window. Overall is clean and well maintained, already ...
Reviewed on 26 Sept 2025
Ténéo Apparthotel Bordeaux Maritime - Cité du vin
Very convenient to wine museum and restaurants on the river. Kitchenette was a plus.
Reviewed on 29 Sept 2025
Appart Hôtel Mer & Golf City Bordeaux - Bassins à Flot
Really nice view from the terrace and great parking. Bed and pillow a but on the firmer side. Super nice with a pack of dishwashing necessities.
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2024
Other neighbourhoods around Bacalan
Quartier du Lac
Noted for its lake views and bars, there's plenty to explore in Quartier du Lac. Top attractions like Barriere Casino Theatre and Aushopping Bordeaux Lac are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Claveau Tram Station or Brandenburg Tram Station to see more of the city.
Bassins a Flot
The restaurants and museums are just a few things visitors like about Bassins a Flot. Submarine Base of Bordeaux and Cap Sciences are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Bassins A Flot Tram Station or Rue Achard Tram Station to get around the larger area.
Chartrons
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Chartrons. Spend some time visiting top spots like Bordeaux Wine and Trade Museum, and catch the metro at Cours du Medoc Tram Station or Les Hangars Tram Station to see more of the area.
Le Lac
Lake views and bars are highlights of Le Lac. Make a stop by Matmut Atlantique Stadium or Bordeaux Stadium while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Les Aubiers Tram Station to get around town.
Bordeaux-Lac
Lake views and bars are highlights of Bordeaux-Lac. Make a stop by Bordeaux Exhibition Center or Bordeaux Stadium while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Claveau Tram Station to get around town.
Grand Parc-Paul Doumer
Noted for its river views and bars, there's plenty to explore in Grand Parc-Paul Doumer. Top attractions like Jardin Public and Quinconces Square are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Camille Godard Tram Station or Place Paul Doumer Tram Station to see more of the city.
