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Agriculture; Bordeaux; Church; European Culture; Field; France; French Culture; Grape; Growth; Haut-Medoc; Horizontal; Outdoors; Photography; Plant; Saint-Emilion; Tower; Vine - Plant; Vineyard;
Vineyard in the Berdeaux region in France, with a church tower on the horizon.

171588827 Agriculture; Bordeaux; Church; European Culture; Field; France; French Culture; Grape; Growth; Haut-Medoc; Horizontal; Outdoors; Photography; Plant; Saint-Emilion; Tower; Vine - Plant; Vineyard; Vineyard in the Berdeaux region in France, with a church tower on the horizon.

Overview

An intoxicating cocktail of 18th-century savoir-faire, millennial hi-tech and urban street life, France's sixth largest city is among Europe's most exciting and gutsy players.

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Summer Soirée: 10 Days of French Wine, Sun, and Culture

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  1. 1Uncovering the mysteries and secrets of the Louvre with an immersive museum tour-turned-game
  2. 2Hopping between scenic Provencal vineyards to sip and sample the region's best wines
  3. 3Experiencing the life and legacy of Van Gogh on an art tour through Saint-Rémy-de-Provence and Arles
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Best Things to Do

Bordeaux is brimming with culture, wonderful wine and rolling scenic hills. Plan your trip now with our guide to the city's best experiences.


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Best Time to Visit

Bordeaux in southwest France has bags of appeal any time of year. Choose the best time for your visit with our seasonal guide.


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Things to Know

Here’s how to eat, drink and merrymake with Bordelais sass and cent-smart panache.


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Transportation

Whether you take the tram, hop on a bike or use your own two feet, it’s a breeze to get around one of France’s most beautiful cities.


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Best Neighborhoods

Bordeaux is so much more than a provincial city in southwest France. This is everything you need to know about its vibrant, exciting neighborhoods.


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Day Trips

While it might be hard to leave fabulous Bordeaux, these easy day trips from the city offer sand, nature, charming villages, and plenty of wines to taste.


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Best Road Trips

While it might be hard to leave fabulous Bordeaux, these easy day trips from the city offer sand, nature, charming villages, and plenty of wines to taste.


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Money and Costs

Here’s how to eat, drink and merrymake with Bordelais sass and cent-smart panache.


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Traveling with Kids

Forget the capital – France's most family-friendly city is arguably beautiful Bordeaux. Here's all you need to know about visiting with tots in tow.


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