Bordeaux-6-day-itinerary

Day 1: Arrival and Exploration of Bordeaux

  • Morning: Arrive at Bordeaux-Mérignac Airport (BOD)
  • Transportation: Take a taxi or bus ( ligne 2) to your accommodation
  • Accommodation: Check-in at Hotel Le Pressoir d’Alouette - a charming hotel in the heart of Bordeaux
  • Places to Visit:
    • Cours de l’Intendance (shopping street)
    • Place des Quinconces (large public square)
  • Food: Lunch at Le Grand Vefour - a historic restaurant serving classic French cuisine
  • Tips and Things to Know:
    • Bordeaux is a bike-friendly city, consider renting a bike for the duration of your stay
    • Many cafes and restaurants have outdoor seating areas, perfect for people-watching

Day 2: Wine and History

  • Morning: Visit Cité du Vin - an interactive wine museum
  • Transportation: Take tram ligne 4 to Cité du Vin
  • Places to Visit:
    • Musée des Beaux-Arts de Bordeaux (museum featuring European art)
    • Église Saint-Seurin (16th-century church)
  • Food: Lunch at Le Bistrot Gourmet - a cozy restaurant serving seasonal cuisine
  • Activities:
    • Take a wine-tasting tour at one of the local wineries (such as Château Smith Haut Lafitte or Château La Tour Carnet)
    • Visit the Saint Pierre district, known for its historic architecture and lively atmosphere

Day 3: Beach Day

  • Morning: Head to Arcachon - a charming beach town ( approx. 1 hour by car or train from Bordeaux)
  • Transportation: Take the train (ligne A) from Bordeaux Saint-Jean station to Arcachon station
  • Places to Visit:
    • Plage d’Arguin (beach with calm waters)
    • Pyla Dune (one of the largest sand dunes in Europe)
  • Food: Lunch at Le Comptoir du Port - a seafood restaurant located on the beach
  • Tips and Things to Know:
    • Be sure to try some fresh oysters and other local specialties

Day 4: Medoc Region

  • Morning: Visit the Medoc Region ( approx. 1 hour by car or train from Bordeaux)
  • Transportation: Take the train (ligne A) from Bordeaux Saint-Jean station to Margaux-Médoc station
  • Places to Visit:
    • Château Lafite Rothschild (16th-century castle and vineyard)
    • Château Latour (one of the most famous wine châteaux in the world)
  • Food: Lunch at La Grande Maison - a Michelin-starred restaurant located in a 19th-century mansion
  • Activities:
    • Take a private tour of one of the local wineries (such as Château Pichon Longueville Baron or Château Mouton Rothschild)
    • Explore the charming town of Margaux, known for its historic architecture and lively atmosphere

Day 5: Saint Emilion

  • Morning: Visit Saint Emilion ( approx. 1 hour by car or train from Bordeaux)
  • Transportation: Take the train (ligne A) from Bordeaux Saint-Jean station to Libourne station, then transfer to a local bus
  • Places to Visit:
    • Château La Tour Figeac (17th-century castle and vineyard)
    • Église de la Trinité (12th-century church)
  • Food: Lunch at La Tour Figeac - a restaurant located in the château, serving local cuisine
  • Tips and Things to Know:
    • Be sure to explore the narrow streets and alleys of Saint Emilion, known for their charming architecture

Day 6: Farewell Bordeaux

  • Morning: Return to Bordeaux ( approx. 1 hour by car or train from Saint Emilion)
  • Places to Visit:
    • Place des Quinconces (large public square)
    • Cours de l’Intendance (shopping street)
  • Food: Lunch at Le Petit Châtelet - a cozy restaurant serving seasonal cuisine
  • Transportation: Depart from Bordeaux-Mérignac Airport (BOD)