Bordeaux UNESCO Guided Walking Tour (private)

Visit Bordeaux, one of the most fascinating French towns. Coined the “Sleeping Beauty”, the city has over gone a radical transformation leading it to be declared a UNESCO World Heritage site in 2007.

• Visit the Famous Landmarks That Showcase Bordeaux’s Past.
• View the Grand Théâtre and the Cathedral of St Andrew Where
• English-Speaking Guides; Local Experts.

Our Enthusiastic Guides Will Share Bordeaux’s Transformation with You

Follow your guide for 2 hours in the footsteps of illustrious figures of Bordeaux and discover the refined architecture of this city of Art & History.
Visit Bordeaux, one of the most fascinating French towns. Coined the “Sleeping Beauty”, the city has over gone a radical transformation leading it to be declared a UNESCO World Heritage site in 2007.

Among its many features, the town is dotted with magnificent private mansions built in ashlar masonry, embellished with mascarons and elegant ironworks that mostly date back to the golden age of Bordeaux in the 17th and 18th centuries. From the City Hall to the Place de la Bourse (stock exchange), admire some of the most fascinating and beautiful districts of historical Bordeaux as you stroll through tiny streets, a heritage of the towns medieval layout.

Pick up at your Hotel or Accommodation Today, we will come and pick you up directly at your Hotel or accommodation in Bordeaux. Meet your certified tour guide who will go over the itinerary and program of this city tour with you. Ideally located in the center of Bordeaux, Bordeaux Tourism office is the perfect departure point for an introduction to the history and culture of Bordeaux for those of you staying in the outskirts of town or in a local B&B.
Begin your tour in Quinconces Square Your first stop, located just a few minutes away, will certainly be the Place des Quinconces, the most emblematic square of the town and one of the largest squares in Europe. Formerly the location of Château Trompette, built next to the Garonne River, this fortress was part of a larger military architectural ensemble that was built when France finally recovered Bordeaux from the English. The square also features the Monument to the Girondins as well as huge statues of Montesquieu and Montaigne.
Discover the Golden Triangle of Bordeaux Your walking tour of Bordeaux will then move on to the heart of the City nicknamed the ‘Golden Triangle’. Defined by three Boulevards, including high-end Cours de l’Intendance, the heart of Bordeaux is without a doubt Place de la Comédie. This large square that features the Grand Hotel de Bordeaux to one side and the Grand Théâtre on the other. This masterpiece of 18th-century architecture was designed by Victor Louis who also designed Comédie Française in Paris.
Bordeaux River Front & famous Landmarks Other highlights of this private tour include the Place de la Bourse (Stock Exchange) located next to the River where the now famous water mirror lies. More Big-ticket attractions and sights include the Cathedral of St Andrew, Pey Berland square and tower as well as the bustling Rue Sainte Catherine, one of the longest shopping streets of Europe. Your accredited/licensed tour guide can be flexible on the itinerary but will definitely include the most famous landmarks. 

• Monument aux Girondins, Place des Quinconces, Bordeaux, France
• Grand Théâtre, Bordeaux, France
• Place des Quinconces, Bordeaux, France
• Pont de Pierre, Bordeaux, France
• Place de la Bourse, Bordeaux, France
• Opéra National de Bordeaux - Grand-Théâtre, Place de la Comédie, Bordeaux, France
• Bordeaux World Heritage, Place de la Bourse, Bordeaux, France
• Grosse Cloche, Rue Saint-James, Bordeaux, France
• Bordeaux Cathedral, Place Pey Berland, Bordeaux, France

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• Available all year round on request; except 25th of December, 1st of January and 1st of May.

• Most travelers can participate.

• This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate.

• Maximum of 15 persons per tour. For larger groups, please contact us directly.

• All guides are French locals who are fully licensed. Our guides are just like France: warm, interesting and passionate.