7 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.

Satisfy your inner culture vulture at Place de la Bourse and Chateau Paloumey. Change things up with these side-trips from Bordeaux: Montignac (Lascaux II & Lascaux Caves 4), La Rochelle (Vieux Port & Aquarium La Rochelle) and La Grande Dune du Pilat (in Pyla-sur-Mer). There's lots more to do: take in the spiritual surroundings of St. Andre Cathedral, make a trip to Rocher de la Vierge, admire the striking features of Tour Pey-Berland, and snap pictures at Pont de Pierre.

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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 May, plan for daily highs up to 70°F, and evening lows to 52°F.