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Discover the sights and landmarks of Bordeaux on this 2-hour walking tour. Marvel at the UNESCO heritage-listed monuments in the city center, and learn why the city attracted so many philosophers during the Enlightenment.

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Free cancellation: Cancel up to 2 days in advance for a full refund
Duration 105 minutes: Check availability to see starting times.
Live tour guide: English, French

Highlights

Learn the history of Bordeaux and its great Enlightenment philosophers
Discover one of the largest squares in Europe at Place des Quinconces
Enjoy the Old Town with its narrow paved streets and small shops
Go to the reflecting pool of the Place de la Bourse
See the romantic bridges of the Garonne River

Full description

Discover the historic sights of Bordeaux on a 2-hour walking tour of the historic center, and discover why it was designated a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Meet your guide by the Bordeaux Tourist Office on Cours du 30 Juillet. Then, discover an outstanding ensemble of urban landmarks and architectural wonders. Stroll past the theaters, town halls, and private mansions, interspersed with squares, parks, and fountains to get an intriguing perspective on a city that is undergoing a spectacular metamorphosis. See some of the new economic and artistic projects. From the wide avenues of neo-classical neighborhoods surrounding Place des Quinconces, to the Grand Theater, and the narrow lanes of the Saint-Pierre neighborhood, the tour invites you to discover the diversity of Bordeaux’s heritage. Learn about Bordeaux’s history and the Enlightenment philosophers who influenced the city’s urban landscape.

Includes

Bilingual guide

Not suitable for

Children under 18 years

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Important information

What to bring

Comfortable shoes

Not allowed

Pets
Luggage or large bags

Know before you go

French bank holidays, 2020: January 1, Easter Monday, May 1, May 8, May 21, June 1, July 14, August 15, November 1, November 11, December 25

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.3 /5

based on 630 reviews

Review summary

Guide
4.5/5
Value for money
4.3/5
Service
4.2/5
Organization
4.2/5

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Francine – CanadaSeptember 23, 2023 – Verified booking

Notre guide Alcide s'est avéré un guide exceptionnel! Tant par ses connaissances et explications détaillées et intéressantes que par son dynamisme, son plaisir partagé de l'histoire bordelaise et sa mémoire phénoménale! Il s'assure que "son monde est en sécurité" lors des déplacements et est soucieux de notre compréhension et de notre appréciation. Un sincère merci pour ces agréables 2 heures. Il a fait notre journée.

Sibylle – GermanyAugust 16, 2023 – Verified booking

I can highly recommend the tour with GuideAlexandre in English. Alexander has incredible knowledge and told a lot about the history of Bordeaux. Exciting, informative and humorous. 100 points for the guide Alexandre. Many many thanks

Jicky – SwitzerlandAugust 13, 2023 – Verified booking

The guide is extraordinary both in his knowledge and his humor, but also in his availability. He took us on a fascinating historical tour and shared with us his love for this city with humor. Thank you from the Swiss!

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Bordeaux: Guided Walking Tour

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