Bordeaux CityPass

The Cité du Vin is impressive, with its swirling curves and 55-metre tower. This exhibition and tasting centre is better than a showcase and more than a museum, offering visitors complete immersion in the universe and civilisations of wine - every wine in the world!

To enjoy free access to both the permanent tour and the belvedere for a wine tasting, the CityPass must be validated at the ticket office of the Cité du Vin absolutely before noon. Additional charge of €5 for entry after 12 pm (to be paid on site).

Celebrating two years since this centre for digital art opened in a former submarine base, Les Bassins de Lumières are continuing to combine art and technology, this time exhibiting masterpieces from some of the greatest painters in the history of art: an unforgettable experience!
Exhibitions: ‘Gustav Klimt’ until July 10th.

‘Monet, Renoir… Chagall. Journeys around the Mediterranean’ and ‘Yves Klein, Infinite Blue’ from mid-May to December.
 

One of five bases built by the Germans on the Atlantic coast to house submarine fleets during World War II. Today, this huge bunker (1941-1943) hosts temporary exhibitions.

On the quays of Bordeaux, at the foot of the Chaban-Delmas bridge, Cap Sciences is the rendezvous of curious people of all ages. Enjoy exploring scientific phenomena: exhibitions, workshops, meetings, events...

All year, a varied program, for family or group!

Behind the beautiful 18th century façade, you will discover a museum on the wine trade in the Chartrons district. This former trading house was built by an Irish wine-merchant. You will taste wine in the vaulted cellars.

Le Musée Mer Marine houses a rich private collection of art and historical
objects, exhibited in a modern, stripped-back manner. The” MMM” presents
treasures from naval heritage and educates visitors on - among other things - marine adventures, sailing facts, the beauty of nature, and saving the oceans.
The CityPass only allows entry to the permanent exhibition.
 

Taking up residence in MÉCA- the new regional centre for the creative and
cultural economy, designed by the architect Bjarke Ingels-, Frac Nouvelle-Aquitaine MÉCA presents contemporary art exhibitions. Program available online.

With the Museum of Aquitaine, Bordeaux has one of the largest provincial history museums. The collections display Prehistoric times, Antiquity, the Middle-Ages, the 18th century (the city’s golden age), and other periods in time that make up the area’s rich past.

The museum allows visitors to take a close look at masters of European art (Matisse, Picasso, Renoir, Rubens...) as well as Bordeaux’s native painters (André Lhote, Odilon Redon…). The south wing is dedicated to classical 16th to 18th century painting and the north wing hosts 19th and 20th century art.

Located in front of the city hall gardens, the gallery hosts the major temporary exhibitions.

The journey through the museum is to propose a contemporary approach to natural history, accompanied by interactive mechanisms and a multimedia spectacle.
The permanent section presents around 3500 specimens in Hôtel de Lisleferme, where a space is to be totally dedicated to children under 6: “the Museum for little ones”.
 

Housed in a former warehouse for colonial goods, the Museum of Contemporary Art is dedicated to emerging contemporary work.

The permanent exhibition, ‘Thus, it was written’ offers a selection of work from forty artists dating from the 1960’s to the present day.

A private 18th century mansion has been transformed into the Decorative Arts Museum and Design. It presents a collection of furniture, ceramics, glass, gold, tapestries and a large Design section.

At the rear, a former municipal prison has just been made into an exhibition room.

Retracing the evolution of customs administration, the museum’s collection
lays out the history of customs policing using uniforms, tools, graphics, military objects and taxidermy. The most coveted exhibition piece is a painting by Claude Monet « Cabane des douaniers, effet d’après-midi », depicting… a customs hut!
 

Through ancient maps, instruments, models and portraits of famous Bordelais (ship makers, adventurers, corsairs, etc.), this new museum brings Bordeaux’s maritime past to life again, from Burdigala to the contemporary era.

With your CityPass: €5 €3

The Saint-Michel freestanding bell tower, which the people of Bordeaux call “La Flèche” (The Spire), is 114 metres high. In the underground crypt, you can watch a video projection about the Saint-Michel mummies and, for the more courageous, a 47 metre climb to the panoramic terrace to enjoy an unforgettable view over the city and the river.

Built between 1493 and 1496 on the site of an old defensive gatehouse, this was the main entrance to the city from the river for almost two centuries. While it was no doubt built as a defensive structure, the Renaissance brought with it a new architectural language: mullioned windows and sculpted decorations.A 23 metre high panoramic view of the river.

The Saint-André cathedral’s tower was built in the 15th century, and it was only in 1863 that a monumental statue of Our Lady of Aquitaine was raised on top. At the top of some 231 steps and from a height of 50 metres, this is undoubtedly the finest panoramic viewing platform in the city!
To gain entry you must book an advance e-ticket. Choose your time by selecting the option ‘I already have my ticket’ for CityPass holders. Choose your slot and make sure that you arrive on time to enter without queuing!

Visit several châteaux at reduced prices:

Château de la Brède: the place where the philosoph Montesquieu was born
Château de Vayres: a castle that once belonged to the Albret family
Château de Cazeneuve: a castle that once belonged to the King Henri IV and the Queen Margot
Château de Cadillac: built in the 17th century, it was used as a women's prison in the 19th century
Château de Roquetaillade: a fortified castel built in the 12th Century

This masterpiece of Romanesque art, known as the “beacon” of the Entre-deux-Mers region, is remarkable for its sculpture and its view. The abbey is a listed UNESCO monument and provides a lovely outdoor setting, where stone and nature comes together beautifully.
With CityPass : €6 €5

Built in 1878 for the Jewish Consistory of Bordeaux, the architect Charles Durand used an eclecticism which mingled medieval art with oriental references.

It is considered as one of the most beautiful synagogues in Europe.

With your CityPass: €5 €4 with audioguide

Visit the wine estate and its cellars, followed by either a 3 or 7 wine tasting course.

Duration: 1hr30mins/2hrs

With your CityPass: -10% on tasting tours (3 wine tastings: €20 €18 ;
7 wine tastings: €49 €44,10) and products of the shop.

In the 18th century, it was the property of Charles de Montesquieu. Jardins de Mirabel is a fun promenade within the vineyard and the wood of the Château, followed by a wine tasting.

With your Citypass: -20% €5 €4

In a castle of the 18th century, the visit of the Cellars classified Historical Monument is proposed to you followed by a tasting of 2 Médoc wines.

A pretty discovery at the gates of Bordeaux.

With your CityPass: -20% €10 €8

Discovered in 1881, the prehistoric cave contains engravings (featuring horses, ibexes, cervidae, mammoths) which rank among the most ancient examples of art made by prehistoric man (between 33 000 and 26 000 years old).

With 72-hours CityPass: 8€ 6,50€

Open all year round. Reservation required.

1 Bordeaux tour of your choice

• Option 1: Electric train tour
Visit the oldest districts. Commentary via headset.
Subject to availability.
• Option 2: Guided walking tour
Discover Bordeaux’s old town with a tour guide.
Subject to availability.
• Option 3: Visiotour
Discover both sides of the Garonne river. Commentary via headset.
Subject to availability.
• Option 4: Boat tour
Explore ‘The Port of the Moon’ from the river. Commentary throughout.
Subject to availability.

Reservation at the Bordeaux tourist office.

The Moon Harbour distillery was set up in an old bunker, where they have
been producing the first whisky that is 100% Bordeaux since 2017. The two
enthusiasts who created the distillery decided to favour a production that
uses local barley, distilled in a Bordeaux-made still and aged exclusively in
barrels that once contained fine Bordeaux wines.

Don’t miss this incredible tour that provides total immersion for around
45 minutes in the heart of the limestone rock. It’s an exclusive discovery
of the underground heritage of Saint-Émilion: from the story of the monk
who founded the village to how the surprising monolithic church was
carved out.
1 guided tour « Underground Saint-Émilion ».

Reservation required.

The fortress of Blaye was built in the 17th century by Vauban, famous
engineer of King Louis XIV. This citadel, which overlooks the Gironde
estuary, is listed as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO.
1 guided tour of the Citadel through the underground passages. Reservation required

Beaches, oyster ports, scented pines and an exceptional climate make Arcachon a popular seaside town all year long. It’s also a great place for those interested in architecture, with its prestigious Winter Town that is home to a large number of villas from the 19th century.
1 audio-guided walking tour of the Winter Town in French, English or German (possibility to use your own headphones). All year round, reservation by phone, subject to availability. ID requested as a deposit. Duration 2 hours.

Onboard the Luna, a post-war Riviera yacht with contemporary furnishings, discover the history of Bordeaux and its river.

• PRESTIGE CRUISE
For 1h30, sail on the magnificent Yacht Le Luna and enjoy the view.
With CityPass : €19 €17
• BRUNCH BOAT
Enjoy a cruise on the Garonne while savoring a delicious brunch.
With CityPass : €45 €40

• RESTAURANT CRUISE (LUNCH OR DINNER)
Sail for 2 hours on a restaurant boat and enjoy a menu prepared on board using fresh and local products.
With CityPass : - €9 on the adult price

Book online (lunch cruise)
Book online (dinner cruise)

• BORDEAUX APÉRITIF CRUISE
Sail for 1h30 along the UNESCO facades, with tapas and 2 glasses of wine.
With CityPass : €29 €27

Online booking

Times and reservations at the Bordeaux tourist office or online.

Discover the wild landscapes and many different species of bird of Arcachon Bay by boat. Explore the huts on stilts, the oyster farms, the Cap Ferret peninsula’s oyster villages, the Arcachon seafront, and more...

Duration: 1h45

With CityPass: -10% on the adult rates

The Bordeaux CityPass gives you unlimited access to urban public transport tram, Bat3 river shuttle, bus services and park and rides) for 24hrs, 48hrs or 72hrs consecutively from the date and time of first use. Don’t forget to scan the card even during connection (no public transport on 1st May).

Accessible from five landing stages, the river shuttle is a means of transport allowing travel between the riverbanks and offering unique views of the waterfront.

Unlimited access with the CityPass