Discover Bordeaux’s medieval roots on a captivating 3-hour walking tour. Walk through historic streets, admire ancient gates, and explore iconic landmarks that define this French city’s rich heritage.
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Bordeaux Walking Tours
Discover Bordeaux’s medieval roots on a captivating 3-hour walking tour. Walk through historic streets, admire ancient gates, and explore iconic landmarks that define this French city’s rich heritage.
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
Cobblestone streets and uneven surfaces make sturdy footwear essential.
Bring a camera
Capture the stunning architecture and scenic views along the route.
Visit early or late in the day
Enjoy fewer crowds and softer light for better photos.
Stay hydrated
Keep water handy during the walk, especially in warm weather.
Comfortable walking shoes
Supportive footwear crucial for navigating cobblestone streets.
Camera or smartphone
Capture historic sights and scenic moments along the route.
Layered clothing
Adjust your outfit for changing weather conditions during the walk.
spring|fall|winter
Water bottle
Stay hydrated throughout the tour, especially in warm weather.
Location
Bordeaux, Nouvelle-Aquitaine
Historic port city and wine capital