Bordeaux Bites & Stories: A Tasty City Adventure with a Local

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2 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English and 1 more

We offer tours that combine small bites with the discovery of unusual places: from famous local patisseries to historic boutiques, from the region's unique wine to one of France's most iconic libraries.

This tour will allow you to discover places that only the locals know about, a different way of immersing yourself in the city. This tour has been imagined and will be led by people from Bordeaux who make our experience authentic and unique.

We'll take you not only to great places to sample local produce, but also to corners of the city that only we know.

If you want to discover all the secrets and curiosities of Bordeaux, join our "That's All Local" tour and spend a few hours like a true Bordelais.

What's Included

Unusual venues where locals go to
Snacks
Wine Tasting
Tips

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Please meet us under the Door. Meet under the arc of the door looking towards rue de la porte dijeau. The Porte Dijeaux is one of the six entrances to Bordeaux. It is located at the western end of the decumanus formed by the alignment of the streets Porte Dijeaux and Saint-Rémi.

End point

The end of the tour is near the Garonne (the river) and there are tram stops very close by that can take you all over the city or back to your accommodation. It stands at the northern end of the Place du Palais, near the Palais de Justice and the Grosse Cloche.

Itinerary

Duration: 2 hours (approximately)
  • (Pass by)

    The Porte Dijeaux is one of the six entrances to Bordeaux.It is located at the western end of the decumanus formed by the alignment of the streets Porte Dijeaux and Saint-Rémi. It leads to the Gambetta Square. The Porte Dijeaux is also known as the Porte Dauphine (under Louis XIV).

    Admission ticket free
  • 1

    Sweet Tasting of Dunes Blanches After 25 minutes of baking in our special "cabbage dough" ovens, they come out golden brown. Once they have come down to room temperature, each crisp cabbage is topped by hand with a light, airy cream.

    15 minutes Admission ticket included
  • (Pass by)

    The Museum of Decorative Arts and Design (madd-bordeaux) is housed in a "hôtel particulier" built in Bordeaux between 1775 and 1779 for the Parliament counsellor Pierre de Raymond de Lalande

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    The cathedral is a stunning example of Gothic architecture. The Cathédrale Saint-André is not only a place of worship but also a symbol of Bordeaux's rich heritage and religious history. It attracts visitors from around the world who come to admire its architecture, explore its interior, and learn about its fascinating past.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    The square (and the 1936 monument) pays tribute to the Bordeaux historian, Camille Jullian.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Its architecture is classic with regular facades and curved openings on the ground floor.

    Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Wine tasting it’s just the perfect way to see Bordeaux. White, red or rosé? You will taste a glass of a high-quality organic wine and discover how it is made.

    20 minutes Admission ticket included
  • (Pass by)

    Saint Peter's church, one of the oldest in Bordeaux, was created in the 12th century.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Listed as a historic monument since 28 May 1883. The Porte Cailhau is situated in the heart of Bordeaux's old town, overlooking the Garonne River. It stands at the northern end of the Place du Palais, near the Palais de Justice and the Grosse Cloche. Built in the late 15th century, around 1494, the Porte Cailhau served as one of the main gates to the city of Bordeaux.

    Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Bordeaux

    homemade pastries gourmet treats in a warm and welcoming environment, just as if you were having a snack at your grandma' s house.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by That's All Local

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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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