Bordeaux City Centre
Bordeaux
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Popular places to visit
Rue Sainte-Catherine
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.
Place des Quinconces
The biggest square in France, this plaza hosts festivals, concerts and markets and features monuments dedicated to famous writers.
Place de la Bourse
Explore this photogenic riverside square, which is bordered by two grand neoclassical palaces and features a spectacular fountain at its center.
Grand Theatre of Bordeaux
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.
Place de la Victoire
A gateway to the rest of the city, this bustling square in Bordeaux's student quarter is home to classical monuments and stylish restaurants.
Place Saint Pierre
Learn about the local history of Bordeaux with a stop at Place Saint Pierre. Wander the area's riverfront or simply enjoy one of its lively bars.
Things to do
The Best of Bordeaux Walking Tour + 1 Glass of Wine
Bordeaux: River Garonne Cruise with Glass of Wine and Canelé
Bordeaux: Wine and Trade Museum Entry Ticket & Wine Tasting
Bordeaux: Cité du Vin Entry Ticket and Wine Tasting
Top hotels in Bordeaux City Centre
Mercure Bordeaux Centre Ville
Nice and clean, good size room. Nice feel to the room. Cozy bed.
Reviewed on 15 Sept 2025
ibis Bordeaux Centre Meriadeck
Hotel was fine. Near to the cathedral. Rooms OK but hot even with the AC on Breakfast choice was good but at the weekend way too busy. Difficult to find a table. Coffee machines constantly breaking down and NO CROISSANTS after 9.15 am
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Hotel Konti by HappyCulture
Nice room, great location
Reviewed on 11 Oct 2025
Intercontinental Bordeaux Le Grand Hotel by IHG
Convenient location, walking distance to great dining and shopping.
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025
Hôtel Burdigala by Inwood Hotels
Very clean, well run hotel. Great staff.
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025
Staycity Aparthotels, Bordeaux City Centre
Clean, conveniently located, had everything you could need for a comfortable and easy stay. Absolutely would stay here again.
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Bordeaux City Centre
Bordeaux Golden Triangle
If you're spending time in Bordeaux Golden Triangle, you might enjoy attractions like Place de la Comédie and Rue Sainte-Catherine. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Grand Theatre Tram Station to see more of the city.
Hôtel de Ville - Quinconces
If you're spending time in Hôtel de Ville - Quinconces, check out sights like Grand Theatre of Bordeaux or Place de la Comédie and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Grand Theatre Tram Station or Gambetta Tram Station.
Meriadeck
Travellers choose Meriadeck for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Meriadeck Tram Station or Hotel de Police Tram Station and check out top sights like Patinoire Meriadeck.
Saint Pierre
While you're in Saint Pierre, take in top sights like Place Saint Pierre and jump on the metro at Place de la Bourse Tram Station to see more of the city.
Saint Seurin - Fondaudège
If you're spending some time in Saint Seurin - Fondaudège, Palais Gallien and St. Seurin Basilica are top sights worth seeing.
Saint-Bruno - Saint-Victor
While you're in Saint-Bruno - Saint-Victor, take in top sights like Patinoire Meriadeck or Museum of Illusions Bordeaux, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Hotel de Police Tram Station or Gaviniès Tram Stop.
