Bacalan Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Cité du Vin
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.
Submarine Base of Bordeaux
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Submarine Base of Bordeaux during your travels in Bordeaux. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this romantic area.
Aquitaine Bridge
You can learn about the history of Bordeaux with a stop at Aquitaine Bridge. Visit the area's spas or simply enjoy its wineries.
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 de la Bourse
Explore this photogenic riverside square, which is bordered by two grand neoclassical palaces and features a spectacular fountain at its center.
Place des Quinconces
The biggest square in France, this plaza hosts festivals, concerts and markets and features monuments dedicated to famous writers.
Activities
Bordeaux: Scenic River Cruise with Commentary and Canelés
The Best of Bordeaux Walking Tour + 1 Glass of Wine
Bordeaux: Guided River Cruise
Bordeaux: River Garonne Cruise with Glass of Wine and Canelé
Bordeaux: Best of French Chocolate and Pastries Food Tour
Our pick of the best Bacalan Hotel Deals
Moxy Bordeaux Hotel
Reviewed on 26 Jul. 2025
Renaissance Bordeaux Hotel
Reviewed on 8 Aug. 2025
Radisson Blu Bordeaux
Reviewed on 10 Aug. 2025
Whoo Bordeaux Bacalan - Hostel
Reviewed on 4 Apr. 2025
B&B HOTEL Bordeaux Bassins à flot
Reviewed on 21 Jun. 2025
Ténéo Apparthotel Bordeaux Maritime - Cité du vin
Reviewed on 3 Aug. 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Bacalan
Quartier du Lac
Noted for its lake views and bars, there's plenty to explore in Quartier du Lac. Top attractions like Barriere Casino Theatre and Aushopping Bordeaux Lac are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Claveau Tram Station or Brandenburg Tram Station to see more of the city.
Bordeaux Maritime
Noted for its lake views and bars, there's plenty to explore in Bordeaux Maritime. Top attractions like Barriere Casino Theatre and Aushopping Bordeaux Lac are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Claveau Tram Station or Brandenburg Tram Station to see more of the city.
Bassins a Flot
The restaurants and museums are just a few things visitors like about Bassins a Flot. Submarine Base of Bordeaux and Cap Sciences are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Bassins A Flot Tram Station or Rue Achard Tram Station to get around the larger area.
Chartrons
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Chartrons. Spend some time visiting top spots like Bordeaux Wine and Trade Museum, and catch the metro at Cours du Medoc Tram Station or Les Hangars Tram Station to see more of the area.
Le Lac
Lake views and bars are highlights of Le Lac. Make a stop by Matmut Atlantique Stadium or Bordeaux Stadium while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Les Aubiers Tram Station to get around town.
Bordeaux-Lac
Lake views and bars are highlights of Bordeaux-Lac. Make a stop by Bordeaux Exhibition Center or Bordeaux Stadium while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Claveau Tram Station to get around town.
- Rue Sainte-Catherine
- Place de la Bourse
- Place des Quinconces
- Grand Theatre of Bordeaux
- Place de la Victoire
- Château Margaux
- Bordeaux Cathedral
- Hospital Haut-Leveque
- Hotel de Ville Palais Rohan
- Jardin Public
- Château Pape Clement
- Château Haut Brion
- Collegiate Church of Saint-Emillion
- Spa de Vinothérapie Caudalie