Discover Bordeaux's rich medieval history through a family-friendly walking tour packed with stories, legends, and sights galore. Perfect for all ages!
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
1.5–2 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels; mostly walking on flat surfaces
Wildlife
History
Bordeaux’s history dates back to Roman times, and it became a key port for trade and wine during the Middle Ages.
Conservation
Bordeaux actively promotes sustainable tourism by maintaining its historic sites and encouraging eco-friendly transportation.
Bordeaux Walking Tours
Discover Bordeaux's rich medieval history through a family-friendly walking tour packed with stories, legends, and sights galore. Perfect for all ages!
Bordeaux Walking Tours is a guided walking tour company based in Bordeaux, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, that specializes in themed city walks focusing on history, architecture, wine, artisanship and local culture.
The company organizes a comprehensive range of tours including wine-focused walks beginning at Place de la Bourse with visits to the Wine Museum and the Chartrons district; heritage routes through industrial renewal zones such as Bacalan and Bassins-à-Flots with stops at the Cité du Vin and the Submarine Base; thematic itineraries on Jewish history and notable local figures including sites connected to 19th-century industrial patrons and wartime experiences; artisan-focused walks introducing jewellers, leather masters, luthiers and traditional blacksmithing; and family-oriented and running tours suited to different ages and fitness levels.
Offerings cover private, semi-private and public formats, with specialty experiences like farmers market visits to Marché des Capucins, evening walks of illuminated façades, antique-collector routes and medieval-themed family adventures featuring age-appropriate activities. Local guides contextualize architectural detail, urban regeneration and social history while visiting preserved façades, crypts, churches and market halls.
Routes traverse central Bordeaux neighborhoods and peripheral redevelopment areas, revealing both historic port heritage and contemporary adaptive reuse. Bookings accommodate private groups and tailored itineraries that emphasize wine education, urban heritage, artisanal craft and family engagement. Bordeaux Walking Tours delivers on-foot experiences designed to reveal the city's layered history and living culture through informed commentary and site visits.
Booking information is available online and tours can be arranged for private groups, corporate outings, school visits and other special-interest requests.
Seasonal schedules vary.
Tours Offered
32
Wide selection of themed walks
Local Guides
Local guides
Guides specialize in Bordeaux history
Tour Styles
Walking · Running · Private
Options for families and enthusiasts
Reserve a spot on a guided walking tour through Bordeaux’s historic streets — private and semi-private options available.
Wear comfortable shoes
Streets are cobbled and narrow, so comfortable footwear is recommended for wandering.
Bring a camera for kids
Capture the magical gargoyles and street scenes that children will love.
Stay hydrated
Bring water, especially if visiting during warmer months.
Start early in the day
Avoid crowds and enjoy cooler temperatures by beginning your walk in the morning.
Comfortable walking shoes
Essential for navigating uneven cobblestone streets comfortably.
Child-friendly camera or smartphone
Capture memories of the statues and architecture.
Water bottle
Stay hydrated during the tour, especially on warm days.
Sun hat or sunglasses
Protect yourself from the sun while walking through open squares.
Location
Bordeaux, Nouvelle-Aquitaine
Historic port city and wine capital