Saint Jean Station District Travel Guide
Bordeaux
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Popular places to visit
Sacre Coeur Church
Sacre Coeur Church is just one of the places to see in Bordeaux, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's lively bars or seek out the local tours.
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.
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 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.
Place des Quinconces
The biggest square in France, this plaza hosts festivals, concerts and markets and features monuments dedicated to famous writers.
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.
Things to do
Bordeaux: River Garonne Cruise with Glass of Wine and Canelé
Bordeaux: Cité du Vin Entry Ticket and Wine Tasting
Bordeaux: Wine and Trade Museum Entry Ticket & Wine Tasting
Bordeaux food tour: sweet specialities & highlights
Discovery of the Bordeaux vineyard in 3 wines
Top hotels in Saint Jean Station District
Radisson Hotel Bordeaux Saint Jean
Hilton Garden Inn Bordeaux Centre
Excellent hotel. The staff were lovely, the room was beautifully clean with a brilliant view over the city, and the facilities were well maintained. Close to major transport links, a small supermarket next door. An overall brilliant stay.
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
Hotel 56 - Bordeaux Centre Gare Saint Jean
Clean room
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026
JOST Hôtel Bordeaux Centre Gare Saint Jean
ibis budget Bordeaux Centre Gare Saint Jean
Stayed for two nights. The main room, linen, and towels appeared clean. However, the bathroom was unacceptable and frankly disgusting. Upon arrival, found it clearly hadn't been properly cleaned for quite some time. The toilet had thick, dark limescale at the bottom and on the inner rim. The shower ...
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
Mercure Bordeaux Centre Gare Atlantic
They changed our room types upon check in. It is not bad to have connected room but it is not what we booked. Room was ok, staffs were friendly but no real room service or food options available, we had to go out again for the dinner.
Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Saint Jean Station District
Bordeaux Sud
You might enjoy the coffee shops while in Bordeaux Sud. Marche des Capucins is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Saint-Jean Tram Station or Tauzia Tram Station to see more of the city.
Capucins - Victoire
If you're spending time in Capucins - Victoire, check out sights like Marche des Capucins or St. Michael Basilica and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Saint-Michel Tram Station or Victoire Tram Station.
Saint-Michel
Discover Saint-Michel, memorable for its restaurants. Popular attractions in Saint-Michel include St. Michael Basilica and Marche des Capucins, and you can see more of the area by hopping on the metro at Saint-Michel Tram Station.
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.
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.
Bastide
You might enjoy the river views while in Bastide. Darwin Eco-Système is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Thiers - Benauge Tram Station or Galin Tram Station to see more of the city.
