What to do and see in Dijon, Bourgogne-Franche-Comte: The Best Sightseeing Tours

October 28, 2021 Harland Bartelt

As the ancient capital of the Burgundy province, Dijon is an architecturally rich city offering far more than mustard. In its restored medieval core, you'll discover one of France's oldest museums, the MusŽe des Beaux-Arts, as well as the elegant Palace of the Dukes and the opulent 1614 mansion H™tel de Vogue. Take a quiet walk through the lime- and chestnut-lined paths of Cours du Parc, a green space dating to 1671, and don't forget to pair the region's rich history with its gastronomic delights.
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1. Full Day Private Tour with Tasting of 10 Grands Crus - The Best of Burgundy

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This tour has been created for lovers of exceptional wines, 3 tastings of 15 to 20 wines including Premiers Crus and 10 Grands Crus. Departure at 9.30am – return about 5.30pm - 125/150 km in total by minivan.

Inclusions: Wine tasting, Driver/guide, Hotel pick-up and drop-off

Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)

Reviewed By Adygp118

We were supposed to have a tour to Beaune, and because we were 3 we got huge chances to got it cancelled. But, they offered us instead an excursion to côte de nuits... it was better than expected! Emmanuel was a super guide! He explained us everything about the wine making process, took us to 2 places for wine tasting and to the vineyards... I just know how to better enjoy wine thanks to him. This excursion made our experience at Dijon unforgettable even in Corona times! Def if I come back I will go for another excursion with them :)

2. Dijon Walking Tour with professional guide

Place Darcy, 21000 Dijon, France BlackBuck Travels
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Dijon was the home of the Dukes of Burgundy and a place of power from the 11th to the late 15th century. From this period, the city has kept many architectural styles and historical monuments like Capetian, Gothic and Renaissance. Today, Dijon is a city famous for its delicious mustard and its old town. In this tour, you will walk by the historical heart of Dijon, home of many incredible buildings like the Porte Guillaume, Rue de la Liberté, Place de la Libération, Palais des Ducs de Bourgogne and Eglise St-Michel. You will even have the chance to touch the lucky owl statue on the side of the amazing Eglise de Notre-Dame!

Inclusions: English Speaking Guide

Exclusions: Entrance Fees

Reviewed By Flyer560674

Martin Luther is NOT the same historical figure as MARTIN LUTHER KING Jr. Germany is not the same nation as the US. Martin Luther was the great GERMAN reformer of the 1500s. Martin Luther King Jr. was the great civil rights American reformer of the 1960s. I keep trying to help this organization, but they don't seem to worry about trivia like historical facts.

3. Private guided tour - Dijon - 2h

Tourist Information Center, 11 Rue des Forges, 21000 Dijon, France Alexia Papin
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DISCOVER ALL THE SECRETS OF THE BOURGUIGNON CAPITAL! We will leave together for a 2 hour visit to an open-air museum, the city of Dijon. You will discover this little-known city, capital of Burgundy. It was throughout the medieval period, punctuated by the presence of our famous Dukes of Burgundy. From their palace to the magnificent Church of Notre-Dame, Dijon will no longer hold any secrets for you thanks to a professional guide. 2-hour tour with a qualified tour guide A fun and enjoyable visit far from history lessons! The visit is not available for booking? Do not hesitate to send me a message to know my availability !! The health rules linked to the Covid-19 crisis are respected. The guide will wear a mask and use hydroalcoholic gel. Wearing a mask is compulsory for participants. The course is studied in order to respect the safety distances.

Inclusions: Certified guide, Private visit

Exclusions: Bottled water, Gratuities, Private transportation, Snacks

Reviewed By E6441JWanthonyf

We had booked a trip with alexia Papin specifically to visit vineyards in Beaune area as we own a vineyard in Coghills creek Victoria Australia. The places she took us to were amazingly helpful & did not hold back on explaining every aspect of growing grapes, maintaining their vines to achieve the best results & the process they go through in producing wine. Alexia’s interaction with the wineries showed how highly they regarded her. Also on our tour we were taken to the many interesting sites in Beaune.

4. Half-day Private Tour in Côte de Nuits

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Welcome to the Burgundy countryside in its famous vineyards. The Burgundy “Champs-Elysées” along the Grands Crus Wine Road in Côte de Nuits and its small villages: Vosne-Romanée, Gevrey-Chambertin, Chambolle-Musigny, … Stop off at Romanée Conti. Prestige tasting in a Private wine cellar. Selection of Great Burgundy wines. Food and wine matching suggestions. Option 1. Follow the trail of the Cistercian monks at the Château du Clos de Vougeot. Discover the ancient winemaking facilities and the monk’s cellar, constructed between the 12th and 16th centuries. - no wine tasting - Option 2. Stop off in the village of Gevrey-Chambertin “The king of Burgundy wines”. Then visit the cellars of a wine estate steeped in family history, with oak barrels and old vintages. Private tasting of Pinot Noir wines produced in harmony with the Terroir (soils).

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Reviewed By Adygp118

We were supposed to have a tour to Beaune, and because we were 3 we got huge chances to got it cancelled. But, they offered us instead an excursion to côte de nuits... it was better than expected! Emmanuel was a super guide! He explained us everything about the wine making process, took us to 2 places for wine tasting and to the vineyards... I just know how to better enjoy wine thanks to him. This excursion made our experience at Dijon unforgettable even in Corona times! Def if I come back I will go for another excursion with them :)

5. Beaune & Burgundy Vineyards Private Day Trip from Lyon

Place Bellecour, 69002 Lyon, France Tasty Lyon
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Explore Burgundy, its vineyards and castles. Travelling trough an exceptional territory, this days, full of flavour, combines historic culture and wine discovery. Leave for a day to discover the prestigious vineyards of Burgundy. Start with the Côte de Beaune and its historic castles to awake your senses to the bourguignonne “terroir”. Join Beaune for a lunch break. With some advice from your driver-guide, you will have several opportunities to discover the local gastronomy, before strolling in the historic centre. Then, during the afternoon tastings of prestigious wines will follow, with the famous Aloxe Corton and its castle. Driving through the vineyards on the wine route you will see famous names like: Clos Vougeot, Romanée Conti… to join Gervey Chambertin. Enjoy this last tasting in the centre of the UNESCO listed “Climates” in an unusual cellar, before heading back south to Lyon.

Inclusions: Wine tasting, Driver/guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Private tour, Transport by air-conditioned minivan

Exclusions: Lunch, Gratuities

Reviewed By J_from_Dusseldorf

I unfortunately cannot recommend this tour operator. I booked a tour with them and got the information that the tour was fully refundable. Given the Corona crisis, I had to cancel my tour. After the initial information that refunds need a bit longer (which I fully understand), nothing happened. I still haven´t received the refund after months and I have not received any information when/if this will happen at all, either. Any attempt to contact the company is being ignored. Neither do they answer to messages nor phone calls. Very disappointing...

6. 4-Night Burgundy Bike Tour from Beaune

Active Tours, Allée du Dr Bouley, 21200 Beaune, France Bourgogne Evasion by Active Tours

Explore the Burgundy, the French wine region on a multiday bike tour with four nights of accommodation included. You'll spend two nights in Beaune, the capital of the region, and two nights in Vougeot, a village known for its château and grand cru vineyard. Over three days, cycle independently to some of the essential wine sites of the area, such as Pommard winery and Clos de Vougeot, as well as venues like a family-owned mustard factory or a fruit farm where liqueurs and jams are produced. Breakfast is included; all other food and drinks are at your own expense.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, 4 nights of accommodation, Use of bicycle and paniers, Use of helmet, Assistance, Great and meet the day of your arrival by our local operator ( 6pm in your hotel, Road book and maps, Recommandation for visit and wineries, GPS apps on your smartphone ( no data, completely free of extra charge

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified

Reviewed By Trail559432

I had a wonderful time on the one day bike tour. Many thanks to Theo for sharing his knowledge of the region and its wines. Lunch in Montrachet was delicious. We stopped for wine tastings en route at 2 contrasting domaines - it was good to experience the difference. The view of the vineyards from a bike was truly memorable!

7. Burgundy Cote de Beaune Private Day Tour

Beaune, Beaune, Cote d'Or, Bourgogne-Franche-Comte Divine Bourgogne Tours

Pick up in Beaune or Dijon train station or at your hotel located in Beaune or Dijon area. Tour the stunning Hospices de Beaune, taste the world famous wines of Meursault and taste 6 more wines in a cellar in Beaune.

Inclusions: Wine tastings, Local guid, Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points, Hotel/port pickup and drop-off, Guaranteed to skip the long lines, Private tour, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Alcoholic Beverages

Exclusions: Lunch (expect if you tick the lunch option)

Reviewed By cgowrie

Our guide, Ava, was delightful! She was very passionate about the region, soil, and the wine. We knew very little about Burgundy, but left feeling comfortable enough to pick out the proper wine in any store! She went over the different terroirs and made frequent use of maps to highlight different plots and ratings. The lunch and tastings were splendid!

8. Exclusive Weekend In Burgundy

Gare de Dijon-Ville, Cour de la Gare, 21000 Dijon, France BURGUNDY & MORE

THIS SHORT WEEK END OF PRESTIGE IS A DISCOVERY BREAK OF THE CAPITAL OF THE BURGUNDY, OF THE VINEYARD, OF ITS WINES, ALLYING THE LUXURY OF A VERY HIGH-END HOSTING TO SAVE THESE PRECIOUS MOMENTS. ROMANTICISM AND OENOLOGY ARE IN THE PROGRAM FOR THIS WEEK END.

Inclusions: Dinner, Breakfast, ACCOMMODATION HOTEL 5 *****, Private transportation, GUIDED TOUR WITH A CERTIFIED OENOLOGIST

Exclusions: FREE LUNCH, DRINKS

9. Dijon & Beaune’s Truffle Escapade From Lyon

Venez Discover France (Lyon)

Our Dijon & Beaune’s Truffle Escapade immerses you in the culture, history, and cuisine of the stunning Burgundy region. Explore the city of Dijon, with its elegant medieval streets and gothic architecture, before creating your own Dijon mustard at the 200-year-old Fallot Mustard Mill. Journey back in time at the epic Hospices de Beaune, as you wander through the 15th-century wards and pharmacy. Top off your adventure with a lesson in truffle hunting, and sample some of the finest produce in Burgundy.

Inclusions: Exclusive Mustard Tasting, Exclusive Truffle Hunting & Tasting, Return TGV Train Tickets , Air-conditioned vehicle, All Fees and Taxes, Bottled water, Private transportation, Hospice de Beaune Skip-the-Line Entrance Ticket

Exclusions: Lunch

10. Dijon & Beaune’s Truffle Escapade From Paris

Venez Discover France (Paris)

Our Dijon & Beaune’s Truffle Escapade immerses you in the culture, history, and cuisine of the stunning Burgundy region. Explore the city of Dijon, with its elegant medieval streets and gothic architecture, before creating your own Dijon mustard at the 200-year-old Fallot Mustard Mill. Journey back in time at the epic Hospices de Beaune, as you wander through the 15th-century wards and pharmacy. Top off your adventure with a lesson in truffle hunting, and sample some of the finest produce in Burgundy.

Inclusions: Bottled water, Return TGV Train Tickets , All Fees and Taxes, Exclusive Truffle Hunting & Tasting, Exclusive Mustard Tasting, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, Hospice de Beaune Skip-the-Line Entrance Ticket

Exclusions: Lunch

Reviewed By CulturalTraveller19

Myself and my wife had a fantastic time our guide was very knowledgable and accommodating. Although, it was during COVID-19 we felt safe and appreciate the precautions which were taken by Versailles and Venez Discover during our tour.

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