Things to do in Bordeaux, Nouvelle-Aquitaine: The Best Architectural Buildings

May 18, 2022 Russell Mellin

After many years of hard work, the "Sleeping Beauty" has awoken from its slumber. The city is beautifully restored and has an ultra-modern public transport system. The “Port of the Moon” is also now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Stone Bridge, with its 17 arches, crosses the Garonne, offering pedestrians a lovely view over the docks and harbor. Take a stroll through old Bordeaux in the Triangle d'Or and stop at Place des Quinconces, France’s largest public square. The city of Bordeaux is an ideal base for exploring the greater wine region’s unforgettable sights and tastes.
Restaurants in Bordeaux

1. Grand Theatre

2 Place de la Comedie, 33024, Bordeaux France +33 5 56 00 85 95 [email protected] http://www.opera-bordeaux.com/
Excellent
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4.5 based on 1,235 reviews

Grand Theatre

Considered by many to be the cultural heart of the city, this elaborately carved opera house surprises the senses with its fine architecture and interior design as well as its world-class performances.

Reviewed By CwparisR - Calgary, Canada

My husband and I attended the afternoon performance on a Saturday. Very beautiful opera building and the ballet was outstanding.

2. Baptistere St-Jean

Rue Jean-Jaures, 33075, Bordeaux France
Excellent
50%
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4.5 based on 4 reviews

Baptistere St-Jean

3. Cite Fruges-Le Corbusier

4 rue le Corbusier, 33600 Pessac, Bordeaux France +33 5 57 93 65 40 http://www.pessac.fr/a-decouvrir/tourisme-patrimoine/cite-fruges-le-corbusier-539.html
Excellent
44%
Good
41%
Satisfactory
13%
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3%
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4.5 based on 108 reviews

Cite Fruges-Le Corbusier

Bordeaux industrialist Henri Frugès commissioned the visionary architect Charles-Edouard Le Corbusier, to create this unconventional neighbourhood. 50 houses were built in 1926, and restored in the 1970s. This brought out renewed respect for the buildings, which are now listed and protected in a national heritage zone (Protection du Patrimoine Architectural Urbain et Paysager).

4. Tour Pey-Berland

Place Pey-Berland, 33000, Bordeaux France +33 5 56 81 26 25 [email protected] http://www.pey-berland.fr/
Excellent
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4.5 based on 809 reviews

Tour Pey-Berland

Situated to the south-east of the chevet of the Cathedral of Saint-André at Bordeaux, the tower of Pey-Berland serves as its bell tower, built in the 15th century in the Gothic style. Its isolation was due to the wish to provide the Cathedral with magnificent bells which would not threaten the structure with their vibrations. Designated world heritage site by UNESCO.

Reviewed By imagosumlux

You get to climb 61 meters, in a two meter column, up 231 steps to see the view of the Gargoyles. Sure there are times when you’re thinking the foundations date from the the 16th century but the the final product was by the same architect that created the Statue of Liberty (and that hasn’t fallen yet). Seriously, its a strenuous 15 minute ascent if you’re in any doubt don’t try. I can imagine it would be challenging to many people. However, the payoff in views is worth the risk. Even just seeing a cathedral from above is architecturally illuminating, never mind the 360 degree views of Bordeaux city. For 5 euro, its a steal. More excitement and fun than a roller coaster.

5. Temple des Chartrons

Passage du Temple Rue Notre Dame, 33000, Bordeaux France
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4.5 based on 4 reviews

Temple des Chartrons

6. Hotel de Ville de Bordeaux

Place Pey-Berland, 33000, Bordeaux France +33 5 56 10 20 30 https://www.bordeaux.fr/p80982/la-mairie
Excellent
26%
Good
48%
Satisfactory
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Poor
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4.0 based on 245 reviews

Hotel de Ville de Bordeaux

Reviewed By 750dimitrisl - Sydney, Australia

This is a beautiful building. As far as City Town Halls go, this one is at the top of the list. It's an architectural masterpiece. It was built in the 18th century as a home for an archbishop. That says something about the resident.... The present structure was rebuilt after it was destroyed in World War II. The surrounding area is quite nice. There is a large square and one of the significant things to see, as well, is the beautiful Cathedrale Saint Andre de Bordeaux, or the Bordeaux Cathedral, just across from the City Hall.

7. Porte Dijeaux

Rue de la Porte Dijeaux, 33000, Bordeaux France
Excellent
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Good
56%
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Poor
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4.0 based on 108 reviews

Porte Dijeaux

Reviewed By easterntreker - Halifax, Canada

Passing through Porte Dijeaux we enter the old Historic area of Bordeaux. This takes us into the area with lots of great shops and restaurants. It is amazing and ancient .

8. Eglise Saint-Eloi

Rue Saint-James, 33000, Bordeaux France
Excellent
8%
Good
81%
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4.0 based on 26 reviews

Eglise Saint-Eloi

9. La Cite du Vin

134 quai de Bacalan Esplanade de Pontac, 33300, Bordeaux France +33 5 56 16 20 20 [email protected] http://www.laciteduvin.com/fr
Excellent
39%
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Satisfactory
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Poor
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4.0 based on 5,801 reviews

La Cite du Vin

La Cité du Vin is a unique cultural facility where wine comes to life through an immersive, sensorial approach, all set within an evocative architectural design. La Cité du Vin gives a different view of wine, across the world, across the ages, across all cultures and all civilisations. A must-see experience during any stay in Bordeaux.

Reviewed By ben0itlj - Lafayette, United States

This is a museum of wines of the Bordeaux region. It contains slide shows on giant screens, digital audio with information on the many displays, a top floor with views of the city, complimentary tasting of local wines, a restaurant, etc., all beautifully done. Highly recommend it.

10. Maison cantonale

20 rue de Chateauneuf, 33100, Bordeaux France +33 5 56 10 20 35 http://www.bordeaux.fr/ebx/pgFicheLieu.psml?_nfpb=true&_pageLabel=pgFicheLieu&classofcontent=lieu&id=6136
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4.0 based on 4 reviews

Maison cantonale

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