The majestic hall of the Grand Hôtel de Bordeaux & Spa designed by Jacques Garcia is impressive. Marble, Bordeaux stone, warm-tone fabrics (plum, mauve, deep red), 18th century-inspired furnishings, original floral creations: an invitation to peace and tranquillity.
Le Grand Hotel de Bordeaux
Located opposite the Grand Theatre in the heart of the historic centre of Bordeaux
The suites and rooms are in the same spirit, they are places of calm and luxury. Each detail has been given great attention in the purest refinement. You will get a sensation of serenity and comfort thanks to this hushed wellbeing.
A panoramic terrace overlooks the Grand Theatre and the rooftops of Bordeaux. The Roman tent and its Jacuzzi are an invitation to delicious relaxation.
The pool
The wellbeing and spa area reveals a delightful column-lined open air swimming pool and offers a sensory experience with massage jets and counter-current swimming.
The Bar
This warm and colourful bar with English-style decoration is open all day long: to share an afternoon cocktail or to have an evening drink.
The Restaurant
Enjoy a unique culinary experience in a historic setting, accompanied by the best wines from Bordeaux and other regions at Le Pressoir d’Argent, Michelin-starred gastronomic restaurant.
Things to do nearby
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Le Petit Train de Bordeaux, City of Bordeaux
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.
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Golf du Medoc Golf Courses, Le Pian Medoc
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.
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Bordeaux City Tour 
Bordeaux City Tour
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.
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La Ferme Exotique Animal & Nature Park, South Bordeaux
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.
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Public Garden
Beautiful public garden & green space in the heart of the city
The public garden in the city of Bordeaux houses an arboretum, a library and a Natural History Museum.
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Parc Bordelais
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.
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La Grand'Vigne Restaurant, Martillac
Two Michelin starred restaurant among the vineyards overlooking a lake
Chef Nicolas Masse offers in this restaurant a combination of traditional French cuisine, made with fresh seasonal ingredients from the southwest sourced from local producers, with unusual influences from all around the world. His creations can be paired with a large selection of wines, by the counsel of head sommelier Aurélien Farouil.
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Le Pressoir d'Argent Restaurant
British celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay’s 2-Michelin starred restaurant
Situated in the luxurious surroundings of Le Grand Hotel de Bordeaux, this restaurant offers diners an elegant yet intimate restaurant styled in a palette of mauve and orange with a handcrafted marquetry floor.
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Miles Restaurant
Small restaurant in the centre of Bordeaux serving creative cuisine
This restaurant offers surprise tasting menus created by its four chefs who come from different parts of the world. This approach allows diners to discover their passion for seasonal ingredients and international cooking techniques.
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C'Yusha Restaurant
Unconventional restaurant in an old wine warehouse by the river Garonne
This restaurant serves very imaginative dishes based on local products and traditional French cuisine, with eclectic international influences. Located in one of the old wine storage buildings near the river, the charming dining room is dominated by imposing stone arches.
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Le Coin Des Copains Restaurant
Charming cosy restaurant by the riverside
Enjoying an enviable location by the quay on the river Garonne, this small restaurant displays a light and warm dining area complete with a sunny terrace. Its menu comprises simple dishes made with fresh ingredients.
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Saveurs d'Aquitaine Restaurant
Small tapas restaurant focused on local delicatessen
This delicatessen shop and restaurant serves tapas prepared with deluxe ingredients from the region of Aquitaine, especially truffle. They also offer a set lunch menu which can be enjoyed in their modern dining room, open to the kitchen area.
Nightlife nearby
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Bar a vin 
Bar a vin
Bar run by young sommeliers with a vast selection of wines from the Bordeaux region
One of the best places to taste wines from the Bordeaux region. Located on the ground floor of the headquarters of the Conseil Interprofessionel du Vin de Bordeaux, the bar's team is very knowledgeable and passionate. They give tasting advice, extensive information on the grapes and suggestions for matching food and wine.
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La Conserverie-Converserie Bar
Charming wine bar and delicatessen shop in the Quartier des Chartrons
This bar has an old-fashioned decoration that creates a very warm atmosphere. Their wine list includes many French references, as well as from other parts of the world. They can be enjoyed in their cosy interior or the patio, accompanied by selections of local delicatessen.
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Le Caillou 
Le Caillou
Musical diversity in the heart of the city of Bordeaux
A diverse music programming that showcases some of the best local and national talent in jazz, music of the World, blues and many other expressions.
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La Ligne Rouge Bar 
La Ligne Rouge Bar
Wine bar offering international references in the centre of Bordeaux
Situated at the foot of the historical Porte Cailhau, this bar has a list of more than 100 wines. They are focused on international products as well as some lesser-known wines from Bordeaux.
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Aux Quatre Coins du Vin Bar
Wine bar in the centre of Bordeaux with a clever self-service system
Centrally located, this bar offers a large selection of wines, especially French but also from other parts of the world. Customers can taste them through a self-service method, and they can be accompanied by regional delicatessen.
Beaches nearby
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Plage d'Eyrac Beach, Arcachon 
Plage d'Eyrac Beach, Arcachon
East of the main Plage d'Arcachon close to the marina and port
A small, peaceful and tranquil beach that is situated at the entrance to the marina and is the most sheltered of all the beaches around Arcachon due to its location within the basin.
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Plage d'Arcachon Beach, Arcahon 
Plage d'Arcachon Beach, Arcahon
The main beach along the seafront promenade of the town of Arcachon
An 800m strip of white sand situated between the Theirs and Eyrac piers this beach is very much in the Arcachon basin and sheltered from the strong Altlantic winds on the coast.
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La Plage Le Porge Oceane Beach, Le Porge 
La Plage Le Porge Oceane Beach, Le Porge
The closest beach to the city of Bordeaux, situated on the Atlantic Ocean
Le Porge beach is also known for its large waves and strong undertow, even if the rescuers are not far away, you must remain cautious as you would for many of the ocean beaches.
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Lacanau Ocean Beach, Lacanau 
Lacanau Ocean Beach, Lacanau
A 15km stretch of sand beach situated on the Atlantic Ocean
Over time, the wind and ocean currents have gradually created a wall of sand dunes, behind which streams and rivers have allowed the formation of lakes and freshwater ponds.
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Plage Oceane du Grand Crohot Beach 
Plage Oceane du Grand Crohot Beach
Ocean beach situated at the top of the western coast of the peninsula
Beach Grand Crohot Lege is accessible by walkways throughout the year, and is supervised by lifeguards from mid June to mid September.
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Plage Pereire Beach, Arcachon 
Plage Pereire Beach, Arcachon
Around 3km of fine sand looking over to the Cap-Ferret peninsula
This is by far the largest and better known of the Arcachon beaches, stretching some 3km in length with wonderful views over to the chic town of Cap-Ferret and the peninsula beaches.
Sights nearby
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Notre-Dame, Bordeaux 
Notre-Dame, Bordeaux
Exceptional Baroque church on the Rue Mably
The Notre-Dame church in Bordeaux is an excellent, late 17th-century example of Baroque architecture located in the Golden Triangle area.
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Place des Quinconces Square, City of Bordeaux 
Place des Quinconces Square, City of Bordeaux
One of the largest city squares in Europe with wonderful monuments & fountains
Situated in approximately 31 acres, the Place des Quinconces is in the heart of the city of Bordeaux at the edge of river Garonne.
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Musee des Douanes
History of customs in the old port town of Bordeaux
Sitting on the stunning Place de la Bourse, the museum of customs is located in the former customs house and presents the history of the customs administration.
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Place de la Bourse Square & Miroir d'Eau, City of Bordeaux 
Place de la Bourse Square & Miroir d'Eau, City of Bordeaux
Beautiful square built in classical French 18th century style
Sitting on the banks of the Garonne river, Place de la Bourse is an impressive classical French square which was built in the 18th century by the Gabriel family.
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Tour Pey-Berland (Tower of Pey-Berland), Bordeaux 
Tour Pey-Berland (Tower of Pey-Berland), Bordeaux
Views across Bordeaux from the top of the tower
Flanking the Cathédrale Saint-André, this tower (and the square in which it sits) is named after the Archbishop Pey-Berland.
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Musee des Arts Decoratifs, Bordeaux
Decorative arts museum situated in a mansion in the heart of Bordeaux
Housed in the 18th century Hôtel de Lalande, the museum of decorative arts has a collection of sculptures, ceramics, glass and silverware in its panelled rooms.
Towns nearby
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Margaux 
Margaux
A beautiful town made famous for its fantastic winemaking
The small village of Margaux, just north of Bordeaux, is most famously associated with the wine châteaux which produce the excellent Margaux appellation Médoc wines.
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Blaye 
Blaye
Beautifully restored citadel on the banks of the Gironde estuary
The town of Blaye is situated on the right bank of the Gironde estuary. Its major historical feature is its fortified citadel, which along with Fort Médoc and Fort Paté make up a trio of fortresses designed to defend Bordeaux against a river attack.
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Saint-Emilion, Gironde 
Saint-Emilion, Gironde
One of the most beautiful villages in France and fabulous wines
Vineyards were planted around this old town in Roman times and whilst most people associate the name with the wine, the town itself is worth a visit for its ramparted old centre with interesting Romanesque churches and an incredible underground monolithic church.
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Le Porge 
Le Porge
The closest and quietest of the beach towns near to the city of Bordeaux
Le Porge Ocean becomes a 'local' beach for the Bordeaux summer holidayers.
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Langon 
Langon
Pretty town on the banks of the river Garonne, opposite Saint-Macaire
On the left bank of the Garonne, 50km inland, south east from Bordeaux, Langon is perfectly located for visiting the impressive Château de Roquetaillade and sampling the Sauternes wines to the east and the Entre-Deux-Mers wines to the north.
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Village de Bages
A small village next to the Château Lynch Bages
An entire village that had been abandoned by the middle of the 20th century, was beautifully restored in 2003.
