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).

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.

Recounting the evolution of one of the oldest French administrations, the collection evokes the technical nature of the confrontation between smugglers and customs officers. Equally instructive is the evolution of customs policies from antiquity to the present.

Amongst fake paintings and other counterfeits, an authentic Monet: ‘The Customs House’.

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!

With your CityPass: €9 €6,50

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 business-man. You will taste wine in the vaulted cellars.

With your CityPass: €10 €5

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

Every year, this magnificent townhouse draws on works of modern and contemporary art from public and private collections to put on exhibitions that range in theme.

With your CityPass : 8€ 6€

The summer exhibition taking place at the Grand Théâtre gives you an opportunity to discover this majestic Victor Louis-designed structure, built under Louis XVI. With the twelve stone statues that sit atop a magnificent entrance (9 muses in the company of Minerva, Venus and Juno), it is one of the 18th century’s most stunning showrooms.

Free entry to the summer exhibition with the CityPass (12th July to 1st September).

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!

Built in the 15th century on the site of an ancient defensive gate, this gatehouse honoured King Charles VIII’s conquest of the Kingdom of Naples. On the side facing the river, a niche with his effigy commemorates his victories in the build up to the Battle of Fornovo.
A 23 metre high panoramic view of the river.

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 in the 15th century, this fortified gateway was also a prison. The bell of the ancient belfry (7800 kg) sounded the big events of the city. The astronomical clock was built in 1759. The weather vane on the central dome represents a golden lion, one of the symbols of the Kings of England.

The only visible remains of the Roman city of Burdigala. Built in the early 2nd
century AD, its original dimensions are impressive: 130 meters long and 114
meters wide. 20-25,000 people could be seated on the terraced rows of wooden
benches!

This site is probably the cradle of Christianity in Bordeaux, in the Gallo-Roman era. In 1910, excavations in front of the basilica revealed a vast Christian necropolis with rows of graves in layers in the ground, ranging from the 4th to the 18th century. Charlemagne is said to have buried his brave knights who were killed in the Battle of Roncevaux Pass.

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.

Guarding the River Gironde, a square fort was built by Vauban. With the Citadel of Blaye and Fort Pâté it forms the barricade of the estuary.

With 72-hours CityPass: 4€ 3€

From February to November.

Built in 1850, it became a flour mill in 1937. 50 minute tour and exploration of the river Isle’s inland water shipping.

With 72-hours CityPass: 6€ 4€

From April to October.

Visit several châteaux at reduced prices:

Château de la Brède: the place where the philosoph Montesquieu was born (-25%)
Château de Vayres: a castle that once belonged to the Albret family (-20%)
Château de Cazeneuve: a castle that once belonged to the King Henri IV and the Queen Margot (-1€)
Château de Cadillac: built in the 17th century, it was used as a women's prison in the 19th century (-1€)
Château de Roquetaillade: a fortified castel built in the 12th Century (-1€)

A masterpiece of Romanesque art from the 12th century that represents admirable illustrated capitals. From the top of its bell-tower, you can enjoy a remarkable view.

With 72-hours CityPass: 6€ 5€

Open all year round. Closed on bank holidays

Touristic train or Imperial bus or Guided tour

Option 1: touristic train tour
A tour of old Bordeaux, from the Gallo-Roman period to the 18th century architecture
that dominates the city. Audio commentary with headset.
Daily (except 25th December), by reservation at the tourist office. According to availability.

Option 2: open-top bus tour
Discover both banks of the city. A 70mn panoramic and audio-guided tour of
Bordeaux aboard an imperial bus. Audio commentary with headset.
Daily from mid-February to December. According to availability.

Option 3: city guided tour
Follow the guide to discover its great sights and its hidden treasures. You
can choose between a walking tour and a coach tour (according to the program
and the availabilities).
Daily (except 25th December). Reservation required only at the tourist office.

• CHÂTEAUX & TERROIRS

Daily guided coach tour at two wine Châteaux with tasting in the main Bordeaux vineyards. Half-day guided coach tour leaving from Bordeaux.

With your CityPass: -15% €42 €35,70

Set up in a bunker from the Second World War, Moon Harbour is the first 100% bordelais whisky.

Blended with the Scottish expert John McDougall, this whisky is unique in that it is aged in barrels had previously stored some Bordeaux grand crus.

With your CityPass: €10 €7

First wine landscapes listed by UNESCO, dive into History. From the monk Émilion’s story, between truth and legend, to the carving of the surprising monolithic church, walk through several centuries of history.

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: 1hr45mins

BORDEAUX FROM THE RIVER

Get on board for an hour and half guided cruise. You will be amazed by the new perspective offered from the river. Take a look at the beautiful historic center of the city: the Port de la Lune.

With your CityPass: : 15€ 13€

TASTING CRUISE

Cruise along the quays with historical comments and wine tasting. Duration: 1h30mins.

LUNCH OR DINNER CRUISE

Beautiful view along the quays.
With your CityPass: -25% on the adult fare

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.

Free with 72-hours CityPass: 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 during the summer. 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.

Free with 72-hours CityPass: 1 guided tour «d’architecture en anecdotes» (only in french). From April to October. Reservation required.

Departing from Verdon-sur-Mer, take a turn out on the sea followed by a guided tour of the lighthouse, given by its keepers. Known as the “Versailles of the Sea”, it really is one of the region’s must-see monuments. Duration: 3hrs30mins

With 72-hrs CityPass: €49 €40 return trip by boat + guided tour in July/August.

€44 €39 from April to June + September and October.

Reservation required.

A guided tour of the town of Soulac-sur-Mer, known for its UNESCO-listed basilica and old village which gives the town the label of “the town of 500 villas”. It’s a walking trip that takes you through the history of the Soulac.

With 72-hrs CityPass: €6 €3

From April to October.

Embark on a journey through the verdant forests of north Gironde on an authentic steam train from 1924. Lasts 2 hrs 45 mins.

With 72-hours CityPass: 14€ 10€

From May to October.

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