Bordeaux City Centre Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
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.
Grand Theatre of Bordeaux
As with many stately buildings that dominate their space, this one has a superb presence. Tour this magnificent building and enjoy one of its performances.
Place de la Victoire
A gateway to the rest of the city, this bustling square in Bordeaux's student quarter is home to classical monuments and stylish restaurants.
Bordeaux Cathedral
Marvel at panoramic views of the city and reflect in the peaceful nave at this iconic religious building, the seat of the Archdiocese of Bordeaux.
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
Top hotels in Bordeaux City Centre
ibis Bordeaux Centre Meriadeck
Superb location for accessing the city centre area, airport, and rugby stadium. Staff very helpful. Hotel in a safe location and lobby area very clean and welcoming. Rooms a little dated in design, but overall did the job as a place to lay your head. Double bed very comfy. Pullout bed a little on ...
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025
Hotel Konti by HappyCulture
Clean and well stocked room. Hotel is in the perfect location to see Bordeux's best sites. Staff were incredibly helpful and friendly.
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
Staycity Aparthotels, Bordeaux City Centre
Room was spotless and check in staff excellent, very helpful all done with a smile.
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025
Intercontinental Bordeaux Le Grand Hotel by IHG
Everything was perfect. We’ve stayed many times. I book the Intercontinental because I know we are going to have a wonderful stay, wonderful service, fantastic amenities every time. Fabulous as usual! Thank you.
Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025
Hôtel Burdigala by Inwood Hotels
Lovely stay and the staff were super helpful
Reviewed on 13 Dec 2025
Hotel Bordeaux Clemenceau by HappyCulture
Had everything we needed. Appreciated the extras like a box of tissues and kettle in room. Staff very nice and helpful.
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Bordeaux City Centre
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.
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.
Meriadeck
Travellers choose Meriadeck for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Meriadeck Tram Station or Hotel de Police Tram Station and check out top sights like Patinoire Meriadeck.
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.
Saint-Bruno - Saint-Victor
While you're in Saint-Bruno - Saint-Victor, take in top sights like Patinoire Meriadeck or Museum of Illusions Bordeaux, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Hotel de Police Tram Station or Gaviniès Tram Stop.
Saint Seurin - Fondaudège
If you're spending some time in Saint Seurin - Fondaudège, St. Seurin Basilica and Jardin Public are top sights worth seeing.
