Bordeaux City Centre Travel Guide

Bordeaux

A grand, illuminated building complex with a central dome and two wings, reflecting in a calm water surface.
A historic bridge with multiple arches, ornate street lamps, and a tall cathedral spire in the background.
A historic cathedral with a large rose window and a clock tower. People are sitting on benches in the foreground.
A historic fountain with sculptures in a public square, surrounded by classical architecture.
A person riding a unicycle on a wet plaza with reflections, surrounded by people and a Ferris wheel in the background.

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A grand illuminated building with a prominent tower, reflecting on the water.

Place de la Bourse

9.0/10 (1,862 reviews)
Explore this photogenic riverside square, which is bordered by two grand neoclassical palaces and features a spectacular fountain at its center.
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Things to do

Bordeaux: Little Electric Train Tour

Bordeaux: Tour on a Small Electric Train

฿535
per adult
Bordeaux: Tour on a Small Electric Train
Bordeaux: River Garonne Cruise with Glass of Wine and Canelé

Bordeaux: River Garonne Cruise with Glass of Wine and Canelé

฿726
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Bordeaux: River Garonne Cruise with Glass of Wine and Canelé
Guided cruise Bordeaux UNESCO

Guided cruise Bordeaux UNESCO

฿573
per adult
Guided cruise Bordeaux UNESCO
Bordeaux: Cité du Vin Direct Ticket and Wine Tasting

Bordeaux: Cité du Vin Entry Ticket and Wine Tasting

฿879
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Bordeaux: Cité du Vin Entry Ticket and Wine Tasting
Bordeaux: Guided River Cruise

Bordeaux: Guided River Cruise

฿573
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Bordeaux: Guided River Cruise
Bordeaux: Historical Tour and Sweet Food Tastings

Bordeaux food tour: sweet treats & highlights (IN FRENCH)

฿917
per adult
Bordeaux food tour: sweet treats & highlights (IN FRENCH)
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Top hotels in Bordeaux City Centre

Staycity Aparthotels, Bordeaux City Centre

Staycity Aparthotels, Bordeaux City Centre

3 out of 5
45 Rue Leyteire Bordeaux Gironde
The price is ฿3,094 per night from 20 Oct to 21 Oct
฿3,094
฿3,590 total
20 Oct - 21 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Bordeaux. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (707 reviews)
"What a convenient place to stay! Small room but it had everything we needed and was so well thought out. Staff were excellent and very friendly. Central location for trams and tourist sites. Perfect for a brief visit to Bordeaux."

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2026

Staycity Aparthotels, Bordeaux City Centre
FirstName Bordeaux - part of JdV by Hyatt

FirstName Bordeaux - part of JdV by Hyatt

4 out of 5
14 Rue Claude Bonnier Bordeaux
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿5,127 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
฿5,127
฿5,925 total
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Bordeaux. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (433 reviews)
"Lovely and helpful service from Clare on the front desk."

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2026

FirstName Bordeaux - part of JdV by Hyatt
Quality Hotel Bordeaux Centre

Quality Hotel Bordeaux Centre

3 out of 5
27 rue du Parlement Sainte Catherine Bordeaux Gironde
The price is ฿4,622 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
฿4,622
฿5,270 total
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Bordeaux. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (829 reviews)
"Great location close to restaurants & shops. Friendly helpful staff. Nice size room. Recommend this property."

Reviewed on 15 Sept 2026

Quality Hotel Bordeaux Centre
Intercontinental Bordeaux Le Grand Hotel by IHG

Intercontinental Bordeaux Le Grand Hotel by IHG

5 out of 5
2-5 Place De La Comédie Bordeaux Gironde
The price is ฿14,585 per night from 20 Oct to 21 Oct
฿14,585
฿16,438 total
20 Oct - 21 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Bordeaux. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
Intercontinental Bordeaux Le Grand Hotel by IHG
La Tour Intendance

La Tour Intendance

3 out of 5
14-16 Rue De La Vieille Tour Bordeaux Gironde
The price is ฿4,033 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
฿4,033
฿4,622 total
27 Sept - 28 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Bordeaux. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very good! (284 reviews)
"Chambre sobre mais bien équipée. Le personnel était charmant. Surtout en m'accordant une chambre supplémentaire pour une nuit de plus que je n'avais pas planifiée."

Reviewed on 18 Sept 2026

La Tour Intendance
Best Western Premier Hotel Bayonne Etche Ona - Bordeaux

Best Western Premier Hotel Bayonne Etche Ona - Bordeaux

4 out of 5
4 Rue Martignac Bordeaux Gironde
The price is ฿5,893 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
฿5,893
฿6,767 total
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Bordeaux. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (971 reviews)
"We had a 2 night stay and our room was excellent. We had a sitting area, bedroom, wardrobe and bathroom"

Reviewed on 17 Sept 2026

Best Western Premier Hotel Bayonne Etche Ona - Bordeaux
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Where to stay in Bordeaux City Centre

Find the best Bordeaux City Centre areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A fountain with horses and a statue in the background.

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.

Storefronts of 'Antiques Piat' and 'La Petite Boulangerie Notre Dame'.

Chartrons

You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Chartrons. Spend some time visiting top spots like Quai des Marques, and catch the metro at Cours du Medoc Tram Station or Les Hangars Tram Station to see more of the area.

A stone bridge with multiple arches over a calm river, featuring ornate street lamps and a prominent tower in the background.

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.

A carousel with ornate decorations and horses, set against a backdrop of a large white domed building and lush green trees.

Saint Jean Station District

The river views and coffee shops are a few things visitors like about Saint Jean Station District. Check out Rock School Barbey while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Belcier Tram Station or Carle Vernet Tram Station to get around town.

A historic church with ornate architecture, a large central window, and a cross on top.

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.

Bordeaux City Centre Travel Guide