Bassens

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Cité du Vin during your travels in Bordeaux. Discover the area's shops or seek out its local tours.

If you love to shop, this French street has great appeal. People watch as you have a drink or meal. The street seems to have a life of its own.

Explore this photogenic riverside square, which is bordered by two grand neoclassical palaces and features a spectacular fountain at its center.

The biggest square in France, this plaza hosts festivals, concerts and markets and features monuments dedicated to famous writers.

As with many stately buildings that dominate their space, this one has a superb presence. Tour this magnificent building and enjoy one of its performances.

A gateway to the rest of the city, this bustling square in Bordeaux's student quarter is home to classical monuments and stylish restaurants.