10 days in Bordeaux Itinerary

With a long history of producing regional wines since the Romans brought grapevines here during the first century, so many people consider Bordeaux to be the wine capital of the world.

Place de la Bourse and La Cite du Vin are good opportunities to explore the local culture. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Bordeaux: Montignac (Lascaux II & Lascaux Caves 4), La Grande Dune du Pilat (in Pyla-sur-Mer) and La Rochelle (Vieux Port & Aquarium La Rochelle). There's much more to do: take in the spiritual surroundings of St. Andre Cathedral, don't miss a visit to Rocher de la Vierge, wander the streets of Promenade Sainte Catherine, and explore the world behind art at CAPC Musee d'Art Contemporain.

To find more things to do and tourist information, read our Bordeaux online holiday builder.

If you are flying in from United States, the closest major aiports are Bordeaux-Mérignac Airport, Bergerac-Roumanière Airport and La Rochelle-Île de Ré Airport. April in Bordeaux sees daily highs of 64°F and lows of 46°F at night.