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Whatever you choose to do on your summer holiday you are sure to find a huge range of activities across the Bordeaux area.
Find loads of top tips and local insights in our Bordeaux Activities Guide.
Narrow gauge railway that connects the Arcachon basin with the west coast
Running from the ferry terminal at Belisaire on the Arcachon Bay side of the peninsula this small train link passengers to the Atlantic Ocean on the west coast.
Wildlife and leisure park close to the city of Bordeaux
With over 1000 animals to meet, from around 75 different species, from the very smallest, all the way up to the largest breeding camels in France.
Read more about La Ferme Exotique Animal & Nature Park, South Bordeaux
An original & entertaining way to see the city & its vineyards
100% electric and 100% silent, the infamous tuk-tuk comes to Saint Emilion to take you on a tour or the town and the vineyards that surround it.
Explore this grand city from the comfort of the tourist train
As it passes through the oldest parts of Bordeaux, making the most of the landscape, the train takes you past the most famous places and monuments of the city.
Read more about Le Petit Train de Bordeaux, City of Bordeaux
Surf school on the quiet beach of north Le Porge
Whether it's your first time on a board or you've been surfing for years, So Nice Surf School will give you the guidance you need to get started or to improve your tricks in a cool, laid-back atmosphere.
Golf course on the Gironde estuary open to all
Situated within the ground of the hotel Relais de Margaux Golf & Spa this beautiful course sits on the banks of the Gironde estuary.
Equestrian centre in the north of the Medoc that is open all year
Whatever your age or level of riding, you will be welcome at the equestrian centre to share their passion for horses.
Read more about Les Petits Chevaux Horse Riding, Soulac-sur-Mer
See the sights of Bordeaux at your own pace by open-top bus
Take in Bordeaux’s historic landmarks and modern highlights on a hop-on hop-off double-decker bus tour with panoramic views and audio commentary for all ages.
20+ person motor boat with sightseeing
Since 1983 Vedettes La Bohême welcome you to visit the Cordouan lighthouse or to discover the mouth of the estuary of the Gironde.
Read more about Pointe-de-Gravet to Phare de Cordouan Boat Trip
Jet ski lessons, hire & inflatable fun!
You will be able to hire and learn how to drive a jet ski, with the assistance of qualified instructors, you can be on the water within 15 minutes.
Situated close to the highest dune in Europe, it enjoys an exceptional location
The course, whose tree lined fairways are set in natural forests of maritime pines, mimosas, oaks and evergreen strawberry bushes, is hilly on the front nine and flatter over the back nine with several water hazards.
Read more about Arcachon International Golf Course, Arcachon
Archery, games & human table football, plus much more fun & adventure
Come and experience the ancient art of thousands of years... archery!
Two of Europe's finest golf courses in the heart of the Medoc
Created in 1989, the Golf du Médoc offers 2 remarkable 18-hole courses: Les Châteaux and Les Vignes.
The perfect way to tour the hilly wine region of St Emilion
After discovering the city of Saint Emilion this train tour takes you out into the countryside and surrounding vineyards to discover more about the history and culture of wine in this region.
Read more about Le Train des Grands Vignobles (Vineyard Train) Tour, Saint Emilion
Teaching, coaching & surf lessons that will turn you into a pro
Each session is tailored to the requirements of the participants.
Protected nature reserve, perfect for bird watching
Teich Bird Reserve is 110 hectares of wooded area, reed beds, meadow, saltmarsh and water that has been made into a protected nature reserve, and managed with a view to attracting wild birds so that they can be seen at closer quarters by the public.
The largest zoo in the Aquitaine region
With more than 800 animals, spread across an area of 22 hectares, the zoo offers you the chance to discover extraordinary and rare animals.
Beautiful park not far from the centre of Bordeaux
Designed as a public green space in the 19th-century, this 28-hectare historical park is home to around 3000 trees, 1000 of which are more than a century old.