A 3-Day Trip to Bordeaux – 5 Things To Do

1. TAKE A TOUR OF THE HISTORIC CITY CENTER 

Full of charming streets and picturesque squares, the historic city center is next to the Garonne River. Things to see include the stunning Miroir d’eau (an immense reflecting pool), the Porte Cailhau (the ancient gate to the city), the bell tower, and the medieval Saint Pierre church with its Gothic architecture.

2. EXPERIENCE THE CITÉ DU VIN

La Cité du Vin is France’s premier wine museum and offers a fascinating immersive experience. The permanent exhibition takes you on a journey through the greatest wine regions of the world and divulges centuries-old wine making techniques. It ends on the top floor with a wine tasting and a panoramic view of Bordeaux.

3. VISIT CHÂTEAU TOUR SAINT-CHRISTOPHE 

Take a tour of the prestigious Château Tour Saint Christophe, a Saint-Émilion grand cru classé and one of the 7 wine properties of Vignobles K. The vineyard is a unique feature in Saint-Emilion, as it is partly planted on very narrow terraces. This cascading landscape unfolds on a hillside overlooking the Saint Laurent valley.

4. TAKE A TOUR OF CHÂTEAU KIRWAN IN MARGAUX 

Established in the early 18th century, Château Kirwan was one of the few Medoc properties that Thomas Jefferson, the Ambassador to France and future President of the United States visited on his Bordeaux wine tasting trip. Château Kirwan is now celebrated for producing some of Margaux’s most powerful, elegant, and rich wines. 

5. TASTE THE CANELÉS

Don’t leave Bordeaux without trying these delicious Bordeaux specialties made with eggs, butter, milk and flour, and traditionally flavoured with vanilla and rum. Baked in special fluted moulds, these small pastries have a crunchy, caramelized exterior and a soft and custard-like interior.  They are popular with locals as a dessert or snack.

About Us 

SLL Perigord Travel was started by a Frenchman whose family has owned a castle in Perigord since 1764 and his wife, a sixth-generation Texan who moved to France in her 20’s. Their combined love for the region led to their desire to share it with people who, though they may already know Paris, have yet to experience the remarkable beauty and rich history of this exceptional corner of France.

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