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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.

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

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

a family on a pull along buoy

Estuaire Jet Ski, Le Verdon sur Mer

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.

Le Petit Train de Bordeaux, City of Bordeaux

Le Petit Train de Bordeaux, City of Bordeaux

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.

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

Pointe-de-Gravet to Phare de Cordouan Boat Trip

Since 1983 Vedettes La Bohême welcome you to visit the Cordouan lighthouse or to discover the mouth of the estuary of the Gironde.

red and yellow tourist train

Tourist Train

Location
Soulac-sur-Mer

Travelling from the port at the very tip of the peninsula, at the opening of the Gironde estuary, La Pointe de Grave, the train travels down through Le Verdon and on to Soulac-sur-Mer.

surfers on the beach at Le Porge Bordeaux region

So Nice Surf School, 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 du Medoc Golf Courses, Le Pian Medoc

Golf du Medoc Golf Courses, Le Pian 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

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

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

Margaux Garden Golf Course, Margaux

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

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.

Magic Surf School, Lacanau

Magic Surf School, Lacanau

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

Whatever your age or level of riding, you will be welcome at the equestrian centre to share their passion for horses.

Golf International d'Arcachon

Arcachon International Golf Course, Arcachon

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.

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

Bordeaux City Tour

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.

two tuk-tuk's in st emilion

Tuk-Tuk Tour (Wine Tour), Saint Emilion

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.

green golf course with trees and sand bunker

Lacanau Garden Golf Course

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

flowers in a city park

Parc Bordelais

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 white bird drinking water

Teich Bird Reserve & Nature Park

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.