Bordeaux Walking Tour with Sweet Treat Tastings

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

• Monument aux Girondins (Pass by)

  Your walking tour begins at the impressive Place des Quinconces, in front of the Monument aux Girondins. Admire its spectacular 43-metre-high column, crowned by the Spirit of Liberty, and its impressive fountains adorned with majestic bronze sculptures.

  Admission ticket free
• 1
  Allees de Tourny

  Begin this stop with a delicious tasting at Cadiot-Badie, one of Bordeaux’s most renowned luxury chocolatiers. Discover a fine chocolate creation before strolling along the elegant Allées de Tourny.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket included
• Grand Theatre (Pass by)

  Admire one of Bordeaux’s architectural masterpieces. Built in the 18th century, the Grand Théâtre is famous for its impressive neoclassical façade and twelve Corinthian columns.

  Admission ticket free
• 2
  Place de la Comedie

  From Place de la Comédie, discover the entrance to Rue Sainte-Catherine, Bordeaux’s famous pedestrian shopping street. Enjoy your second tasting with an authentic Bordeaux canelé, famous for its deeply caramelized crust and soft, tender center flavored with vanilla and rum.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket included
• The Water Mirror (Pass by)

  Discover Bordeaux’s most iconic square overlooking the Garonne River, The Place de la Bourse. And don’t miss the famous Miroir d’Eau, one of the city’s most photographed landmarks.

  Admission ticket free
• Eglise St Pierre (Pass by)

  Wander through the charming streets and picturesque squares of Bordeaux’s historic centre, including Place du Parlement, Place Saint-Pierre and Place Camille Jullian. Admire the beautiful Saint-Pierre Church and soak up the lively atmosphere of this neighbourhood, filled with cafés, bars and restaurants. With its narrow streets and intimate squares, this vibrant district is the true heart of Old Bordeaux.

  Admission ticket free
• 3
  Rue des Remparts

  Stroll along the charming pedestrian connecting the medieval heart of Bordeaux with the cathedral district, and enjoy two delicious local tastings along the way. Taste the traditional Madeleines Lamothe, soft and buttery French cakes, before discovering the famous Bouchons Bordelais, a Bordeaux specialty created in 1976 with almonds and raisins, with flavours inspired by the local Fine de Bordeaux.

  10 minutes • Admission ticket included
• 4
  Cathedrale Saint-Andre Bordeaux

  Step inside the magnificent Saint-André Cathedral and discover its impressive architecture and peaceful atmosphere. Admire the beautiful stained-glass windows, grand organ, remarkable paintings and soaring interior of one of Bordeaux’s most spectacular monuments.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 5

  Enter Bordeaux’s elegant Golden Triangle and stroll along the prestigious Cours de l’Intendance, one of the city’s most exclusive shopping streets, lined with luxury boutiques. Continue towards Place des Grands Hommes before enjoying your final sweet stop: the famous Dune Blanche by Pascal, a light choux pastry filled with a deliciously airy whipped cream, the perfect treat to end your gourmet walk!

  10 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 6
  Church of Notre-Dame de Bordeaux

  Finish your walking tour at the beautiful Notre-Dame Church, tucked away on the charming Rue Mably. This peaceful and elegant setting marks the end of the tour, just a short walk from Allées de Tourny and Place des Quinconces, bringing you back close to where the experience began.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• Not recommended for guests with food allergies.

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