Bordeaux Bites & Stories: A Tasty City Adventure with a Local

5.0 (5 reviews) Bordeaux, France
Duration2h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, French
Group sizeUp to 12 travelers

Overview

We offer tours that combine small bites with the discovery of unusual places: from famous local patisseries to historic boutiques, from the region's unique wine to one of France's most iconic libraries.

This tour will allow you to discover places that only the locals know about, a different way of immersing yourself in the city. This tour has been imagined and will be led by people from Bordeaux who make our experience authentic and unique.

We'll take you not only to great places to sample local produce, but also to corners of the city that only we know.

If you want to discover all the secrets and curiosities of Bordeaux, join our "That's All Local" tour and spend a few hours like a true Bordelais.

What's included

  • Unusual venues where locals go to
  • Snacks
  • Wine Tasting
  • Tips

What to expect

  1. Porte Dijeaux
    Pass by
    The Porte Dijeaux is one of the six entrances to Bordeaux.It is located at the western end of the decumanus formed by the alignment of the streets Porte Dijeaux and Saint-Rémi. It leads to the Gambetta Square.
    The Porte Dijeaux is also known as the Porte Dauphine (under Louis XIV).
  2. Porte Dijeaux
    15m · Admission ticket included
    Sweet Tasting of Dunes Blanches
    After 25 minutes of baking in our special "cabbage dough" ovens, they come out golden brown. Once they have come down to room temperature, each crisp cabbage is topped by hand with a light, airy cream.
  3. Museum of decorative Arts and Design
    Pass by
    The Museum of Decorative Arts and Design (madd-bordeaux) is housed in a "hôtel particulier" built in Bordeaux between 1775 and 1779 for the Parliament counsellor Pierre de Raymond de Lalande
  4. Cathedrale Saint-Andre Bordeaux
    Pass by
    The cathedral is a stunning example of Gothic architecture. The Cathédrale Saint-André is not only a place of worship but also a symbol of Bordeaux's rich heritage and religious history. It attracts visitors from around the world who come to admire its architecture, explore its interior, and learn about its fascinating past.
  5. Place Camille Jullian
    Pass by
    The square (and the 1936 monument) pays tribute to the Bordeaux historian, Camille Jullian.
  6. Place du Parlement
    Pass by
    Its architecture is classic with regular facades and curved openings on the ground floor.
  7. Place du Parlement
    20m · Admission ticket included
    Wine tasting
    it’s just the perfect way to see Bordeaux. White, red or rosé? You will taste a glass of a high-quality organic wine and discover how it is made.
  8. Eglise St Pierre
    Pass by
    Saint Peter's church, one of the oldest in Bordeaux, was created in the 12th century.
  9. Porte Cailhau
    Pass by
    Listed as a historic monument since 28 May 1883. The Porte Cailhau is situated in the heart of Bordeaux's old town, overlooking the Garonne River. It stands at the northern end of the Place du Palais, near the Palais de Justice and the Grosse Cloche. Built in the late 15th century, around 1494, the Porte Cailhau served as one of the main gates to the city of Bordeaux.
  10. 20m
    homemade pastries gourmet treats in a warm and welcoming environment, just as if you were having a snack at your grandma' s house.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Please meet us under the Door. Meet under the arc of the door looking towards rue de la porte dijeau. The Porte Dijeaux is one of the six entrances to Bordeaux. It is located at the western end of the decumanus formed by the alignment of the streets Porte Dijeaux and Saint-Rémi.

End point

The end of the tour is near the Garonne (the river) and there are tram stops very close by that can take you all over the city or back to your accommodation.
It stands at the northern end of the Place du Palais, near the Palais de Justice and the Grosse Cloche.

Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Please be aware that the guide may speak both in English and French during the tour.
  • Please contact us for any food restriction before booking.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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