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.

Get a sense of the local culture at Place de la Bourse and La Cite du Vin. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Bordeaux: La Grande Dune du Pilat (in Pyla-sur-Mer), Montignac (Lascaux II & Lascaux Caves 4) and La Rochelle (Aquarium La Rochelle & Vieux Port). Next up on the itinerary: take in the spiritual surroundings of St. Andre Cathedral, admire the striking features of Tour Pey-Berland, take in the exciting artwork at Institut Culturel Bernard Magrez, and step aboard Hermione - La Fayette.

To see photos, other places to visit, traveler tips, and tourist information, read Bordeaux trip itinerary planner.

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. In March, daytime highs in Bordeaux are 59°F, while nighttime lows are 42°F.