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Musee des Douanes, Bordeaux

History of customs in the old port town of Bordeaux

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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. 

It has a good collection of artefacts and artwork showing the development of customs over time and its relationships with the country's economics, links to the military, transport, smuggling and the port.

An exhibition information booklet is available in several languages to help you navigate and understand the museum, plus audio guides are available to rent and give you a comprehensive one hour tour. 

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  1. Directions
  2. When to come
  3. How to get passes
  4. Child policy

Directions

Tram System
Tram B station 'Place de la Bourse'
Tram C station 'Grand-Théâtre' 
Tram A 'Porte de Bourgogne'

Bus
Stop 'Quinconces'

Car Parks
Bourse, Jean Jaurès, Chapeau-Rouge

When to come

Open every Tuesday to Sunday from 10:00 until 18:00. Closed Christmas Day and New Years Day.

How to get passes

Tickets cost 3€. Reduced fee is granted to students under 25 and groups. Free entrance is granted to visitors under 18, disabled visitors and their companion, customs officers and some professionals (journalists, Icom members, guides).

Child policy

Children under 18 years of age are granted free entry to the museum.

Location

Map of the surrounding area

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