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 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.
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.
Hotel de Ville Palais Rohan
Bordeaux’s city hall is housed in a spectacular palace, which features ornate interiors, elegant gardens and an art gallery stocked with masterpieces.
Things to do
Bordeaux: Guided River Cruise
Bordeaux: River Garonne Cruise with Glass of Wine and Canelé
Bordeaux: Cité du Vin Entry Ticket and Wine Tasting
Bordeaux: Wine and Trade Museum Entry Ticket & Wine Tasting
The Best of Bordeaux Walking Tour + 1 Glass of Wine
Top hotels in Bordeaux City Centre
Staycity Aparthotels, Bordeaux City Centre
It was wonderful!
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Hotel Konti by HappyCulture
Staff were very friendly, location was great for exploring the city, rooms were clean and good value
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026
ibis Bordeaux Centre Meriadeck
Excellent staff at reception. Rooms fine. Very convenient. Service staff using the guest lifts before check-out time causes a log jam with very long waits , but besides that, all good.
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
FirstName Bordeaux - part of JdV by Hyatt
Great location, helpful and friendly staff, installations clean and comfortable
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026
Novotel Bordeaux Centre
Service was excellent, minimal tea and coffee services in room. Good location and very helpful staff,
Reviewed on 1 Sept 2025
Intercontinental Bordeaux Le Grand Hotel by IHG
Everything was perfect. We’ve stayed many times. I book the Intercontinental because I know we are going to have a wonderful stay, wonderful service, fantastic amenities every time. Fabulous as usual! Thank you.
Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025
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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-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.
Saint Seurin - Fondaudège
If you're spending some time in Saint Seurin - Fondaudège, Palais Gallien and Jardin Public are top sights worth seeing.
