* Bordeaux, the world capital of wine, boasts one of the most harmonious 18th century architectural complexes in Europe. It has reserved prestigious historic buildings, many of which are Unesco World Heritage Sites. A party atmosphere, excellent quality of life, great wines and fine foods, culture and shopping… Bordeaux, look no further!
* Not to be missed
- Esplanade des Quinconces, the biggest city-centre esplanade in Europe
- The buildings lining the quayside, promenade, riverboat trips and “guinguettes“ (waterfront cafés and dance halls)
- Grand Théâtre, Palais Rohan and Palais de la Bourse (Stock Exchange), 18th-century masterpieces
- The Cathedral and the two basilicas, Unesco World Heritage Sites
- The squares of old Bordeaux, with their craft shops and café terraces
- The Triangle Bordelais (Bordeaux Triangle), its 4-seasons market and luxury boutiques
- Rue Sainte Catherine and its big-name stores
- Les Chartrons district, its antique dealers
- Saint Michel district and its flea market
- The many museums
* Experience Bordeaux
“Bordeaux decouverte“ individual package
° from € 88 /pers. in a 2-star hotel, valid every day until 31/12/07 including:
- 2 nights in a double room plus breakfast in a 2-, 3- or 4- star hotel,
- 1 guided tour of the city and of the vineyards with wine tasting in wine-producing châteaux,
- 1 pass giving admission to the principal museums, sites and monuments.
* Festive Bordeaux
Bordeaux celebrates the River from 21 to 24 June 2007. This is a rendez-vous not to be missed by all those who love celebrations, beautiful ships and music from the world. 4 unforgettable days of festivities. WEB
Rugby World Cup from 7 to 30 September WEB
* Getting there
- Train station: 3 hrs from Paris, 5 hrs from Lille by high-speed train/10 mins from the city centre by tram
- Airport: 1 hr from Paris/approximately 30 mins from the city centre
- Motorways: 580 km to Paris by the A10, to Spain by the A62, to Italy by the A63
* Contact
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OFFICE DE TOURISME DE BORDEAUX
12 cours du XXX Juillet
33000 Bordeaux
33 (0)5 56 00 66 00
Fax: 33 (0)5 56 00 66 01
otb@bordeaux-tourisme.com
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