Bordeaux City Centre Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Rue Sainte-Catherine
During your trip to Bordeaux, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Rue Sainte-Catherine. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Place des Quinconces
You can learn about the history of Bordeaux with a stop at Place des Quinconces. Discover the area's lively bars or seek out the local tours.
Place Saint Pierre
Learn about the local history of Bordeaux with a stop at Place Saint Pierre. Wander the area's riverfront or simply enjoy one of its lively bars.
Place de la Bourse
You can learn about the history of Bordeaux when you stop by Place de la Bourse. Discover the area's lively bars or seek out the local tours.
Bordeaux Cathedral
Bordeaux Cathedral is just one of the places to see in Bordeaux, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around the area's riverfront or seek out the local tours.
Grand Theatre of Bordeaux
You can enjoy a show at Grand Theatre of Bordeaux during your trip to Bordeaux. Stroll along the riverfront or seek out the local tours.
Top hotels in Bordeaux City Centre
ibis Bordeaux Centre Meriadeck
"I have stayed here a few times before and it’s a great budget hotel in a great walkable location. I have always had a good experience here. This time I had a car and (especially for non-European drivers) the parking garage is really tight but it’s clean and easy to navigate."
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Staycity Aparthotels, Bordeaux City Centre
"Good stay. Loved the garden areas around the hotel. Staff very pleasant. Easily walkable to tourist places"
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
FirstName Bordeaux - part of JdV by Hyatt
"Nice stay. I would stay here again."
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Grand Hotel Francais
"Our stay at Hotel Grand Francais was fantastic. One of the most underrated elements was that there was an amazing cocktail bar associated with the Hotel that was standout. The location felt very secure, was convenient to a ton of restaurants. The room was very clean and service was great. The breakfast ..."
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
La Tour Intendance
"Rooms were clean if a little sparce but good for the money."
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Hôtel Majestic
"Excellent hotel on the heart of the city. Very close to the Bordeaux Tourism Office and the public transport. Rooms were very comfortable and the bathroom is very modern and spacious. The staff was very friendly and accommodating."
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
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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.
