The immaculate noble facades of the 18th-century buildings commissioned by Napoleon sit side-by-side in perfect harmony with the remnants of Bordeaux’s storied heritage spanning 2,000 years.
Today, the city of Bordeaux lays claim to being the largest urban UNESCO World Heritage Site anywhere in the world, a crown the city has proudly worn since 2007. Covering 1,731 hectares, the city has the second highest number of protected buildings in France, second only to Paris.
The city’s vibrant arts scene boasts world class opera, ballet, museums and galleries, while the recently redeveloped waterfront offers stunning vistas of the city and the Garonne river. The city is also home to the Cité du Vin, an ultra-modern museum and exhibition center which pays homage to the world of wine.
Historical highlights include Bordeaux’s Cathédrale Saint-André, a gothic masterpiece first consecrated in 1096 and the site of the 1137 marriage of Aliénor d’Aquitaine, at the time Europe’s most eligible bride, to King Louis VII. Also not to be missed is the incredibly elegant Grand Théâtre de Bordeaux, first inaugurated in 1780, with its portico of a dozen Corinthian style columns upon which proudly stand the nine muses and three goddsses, Juno, Venus and Minerva. The interior grand staircase served as a model for the staircase in the Opéra Garnier in Paris. Today the Grande Théâtre is home to both the Opéra National de Bordeaux and the Ballet National de Bordeaux.
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Critically acclaimed vineyards
Bordeaux, the undisputed wine capital of the world, is home to over 7,000 chateaux and some of the most critically acclaimed wines ever produced.
Coastal retreats and adventures
One of the region’s best kept secrets is the pristine coastline with its unspoiled beaches, dramatic sand dunes, tranquil lagoons and wild ocean waters.
An epicurean destination
From bustling brasseries to world-class haute cuisine, Bordeaux is fast becoming the envy of other European destinations.
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Bordeaux
Experience the beauty of this city firsthand as you enjoy its vibrant culture brimming with history. From its famous vineyards to the pristine coastline, we’ll help you see it like a local.
Cognac
A short journey from Bordeaux you’ll find the wonderful world of Cognac, with its carefully guarded traditions, precious eaux de vie, and centuries-old chais oozing with authenticity and charm.
Paris
Whether this is your first visit or your fiftieth time to Paris, we will introduce you to the finest accommodations, dining and experiences the City of Light has to offer. Let us shed new light on this oldest of friends.
