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Things To Do in Bordeaux

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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.

Golf du Medoc Golf Courses, Le Pian Medoc

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.

La Foret de Robin, Soulac-sur-Mer

La Foret de Robin, Soulac-sur-Mer

Archery, games & human table football, plus much more fun & adventure

Come and experience the ancient art of thousands of years... archery!

green golf course with trees and sand bunker

Lacanau Garden Golf Course

A beautiful golf course situated close to the west coast of Bordeaux

Location
Lacanau

Situated in the heart of the forest between the lake and the ocean, the 18 hole Ardilouse ensures a quiet round in some stunning scenery

Le Petit Train de Bordeaux, City of Bordeaux

Le Petit Train de Bordeaux, City of Bordeaux

Explore this grand city from the comfort of the tourist train

Location
Bordeaux

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.

a golf green with water feature, sand bunker & blue skies

Margaux Garden Golf Course, Margaux

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.

A brown cow with long horns has a tag on its ear that says ' a ' on it

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.

Pointe-de-Gravet to the Phare de Cordouan Boat Trip

Pointe-de-Gravet to Phare de Cordouan Boat Trip

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.

a family on a pull along buoy

Estuaire Jet Ski, Le Verdon sur Mer

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.

A double decker bus that says hop on hop off on the side

Bordeaux City Tour

See the sights of Bordeaux at your own pace by open-top bus

Location
Bordeaux

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.

Le Train des Grands Vignobles (Vineyard Train) Tour, Saint Emilion

Le Train des Grands Vignobles (Vineyard Train) Tour, Saint Emilion

The perfect way to tour the hilly wine region of St Emilion

Location
Saint-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.

Golf International d'Arcachon

Arcachon International Golf Course, Arcachon

Situated close to the highest dune in Europe, it enjoys an exceptional location

Location
Arcachon

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.

surfers on the beach at Le Porge Bordeaux region

So Nice Surf School, Le Porge

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.

Magic Surf School, Lacanau

Magic Surf School, Lacanau

Teaching, coaching & surf lessons that will turn you into a pro

Location
Lacanau

Each session is tailored to the requirements of the participants.

Les Petits Chevaux, Soulac-sur-Mer

Les Petits Chevaux Horse Riding, Soulac-sur-Mer

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.

two tuk-tuk's in st emilion

Tuk-Tuk Tour (Wine Tour), Saint Emilion

An original & entertaining way to see the city & its vineyards

Location
Saint-Emilion

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.

flowers in a city park

Parc Bordelais

Beautiful park not far from the centre of Bordeaux

Location
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.

a family of gibbons in a tree

Zoo de Bordeaux-Pessac

Wildlife park near the city of Bordeaux

With a varied and interesting mix of wildlife, you can learn about the animals, conservation and about the zoo's research projects, whilst walking amidst the enclosures.

Cap-Ferret Tourist Train

Tourist Train

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.

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