Saint Genès Travel Guide
Bordeaux
Visit Saint Genès
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.
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.
Things to do
Bordeaux: River Garonne Cruise with Glass of Wine and Canelé
Bordeaux: Cité du Vin Entry Ticket and Wine Tasting
Libourne : visite et dégustation de vin au cœur de Libourne
Bordeaux: Wine and Trade Museum Entry Ticket & Wine Tasting
Saint-Émilion: Bordeaux Vineyard Tour and Wine Tasting
Top hotels in Saint Genès
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
Radisson Hotel Bordeaux Saint Jean
All good.
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Hotel 56 - Bordeaux Centre Gare Saint Jean
Loved the room, had a balcony, loved our view. Didn’t mind the location (despite other reviews I was dubious) - easy work to the station. Staff where great, enjoyed the restaurant too, wifi was super fast, and generally thought the facilities were great. High standards throughout the hotel. I’ve ...
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
JOST Hôtel Bordeaux Centre Gare Saint Jean
Eco concept and library design
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Residhotel Galerie Tatry
Location was very good only a few meters from a tram stop. Clean room. Helpfull people on reception.
Reviewed on 22 Nov 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
Other neighbourhoods around Saint Genès
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.
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.
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 Augustin
Appreciated for its coffee shops and monuments, you might consider exploring Saint Augustin. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Chaban-Delmas Stadium, and jump on the metro at Stade Chaban-Delmas Tram Station or Hopital Pellegrin Tram Station to get around the city.
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.
Bordeaux City Centre
Travellers choose Bordeaux City Centre for its great bars. Hop aboard the metro at Gambetta Tram Station or Grand Theatre Tram Station and check out top sights like Place Gambetta.
