4 Historical Tours in Bordeaux Worth the Morning

1.Historic Center & Chartrons District Bike Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 709 reviews · 3 hours · from $42Our pick

Ride 13 kilometers through Bordeaux with a local guide such as Mika, Flavi, Dovi, or Angus. Expect major sights, Chartrons streets, both sides of the Garonne, a Darwin break, comfortable Dutch bikes or e-bikes, and an artisan canelée tasting.

“Such a wonderful way to see the city !! Innovate a day stop over and wanted to see as much as could in the little time we had .this did not disappoint .. we covered the majority do the city in the 3 hours - including hidden gems that you wouldn’t see on your own unless with a local . Would thoroughly recommend !!”

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2.Top Landmarks & Historic Bike Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 346 reviews · 2h 30m · from $42

Ride through Bordeaux with guides such as Jean-Christophe or Suzanna on comfortable French beach cruisers or an e-bike. Cover the Grosse Cloche, Saint-Michel, Pont de Pierre, Darwin, Chartrons, Jardin Public, cathedral, old town, Miroir d’eau, and Porte Cailhau in a small group of up to 10.

“We really enjoyed this tour. It is great to learn about local areas/history of Bordeaux and our guide was charming, interesting and excellent at imparting information. Would highly recommend. Thank you so much!”

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3.2-Hour Walking Tour of the City’s Iconic Sights and History

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 207 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $17Best value

Start at Bordeaux’s Tourist Office at 10:30 a.m. and walk with a licensed guide through the city center, from the Monument aux Girondins to Place de la Bourse. Expect English and French commentary, landmark history, a maximum group of 25, and a route that can change with weather and group size.

“Easy walking thru the streets. Guide was very good. He was able to proudly explain the history of Bordeaux”

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4.Bordeaux’ Best Boulangeries & History Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 126 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $72Top rated

Walk Bordeaux for about three hours with guides such as Joshua, Nikesh, Daisy, or Veronica, stopping at bakeries for breads, pastries, sweets, and savory bites. Along the way, visit Saint-Michel, the Grosse Cloche, Old Bordeaux, Saint-Seurin, Chartrons, and major monuments.

“Wonderful French bakery walking tour with stops for wonderful samples and interesting history. Our guide Josh was a perfect host. Learned so much about Bordeaux's history as well.”

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