Things to do in Aquitaine

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Aquitaine showing general coastal views, rocky coastline and a lighthouse
Biarritz featuring a sandy beach
Bordeaux featuring a city and a square or plaza
Cathedrale St. Andre featuring heritage architecture
Place de la Bourse featuring a fountain

Aquitaine Attractions

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Aquitaine must see attractions

1. Cité du Vin

Explore centuries of wine heritage and viticulture via cutting-edge exhibits when you visit Cité du Vin. Housed in an iconic, contemporary building notable for its bold curves, Cité du Vin is a museum, events venue and culinary space. Spend a day learning and tasting your way around the world of wine.
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The City of Wine

2. Cote des Basques

Côte des Basques is one of Biarritz’s most famous beaches. Come here to enjoy spectacular coastal scenery and relaxed walks, learn to surf and attend summer festivals. Since the 1950s, Côte des Basques has been widely considered to be the heartland of Europe’s surfing culture.
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Cote des Basques showing rugged coastline and a coastal town

3. Rue Sainte-Catherine

Bordeaux’s Rue Sainte-Catherine (Saint Catherine Street) stretches as far as you can see from one end to the other. It is one of Europe’s longest commercial pedestrian streets, measuring 0.8 miles (1.2 kilometers) long. Walk freely along this street filled with people. It is closed to vehicles, apart from an occasional delivery van. Be sure to explore the many side streets that offer unique and interesting stores and places to eat.
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Bordeaux which includes a city and street scenes

4. Place des Quinconces

The vast Place des Quinconces stretches for about 30 acres (120,000 square meters) across the center of Bordeaux, making it an ideal venue for concerts and festivals. Explore the tree-lined square and admire its ensemble of monuments, which are dotted around the edges of the plaza. Take in views of the adjacent Garonne River.
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Place des Quinconces which includes a statue or sculpture and a garden

5. Place de la Bourse

Place de la Bourse is an elegant city square, bordered by grand, palatial buildings and facing the Garonne River. Marvel at the perfect symmetry of the square and surrounding buildings, designed to reflect the king's power and bring Bordeaux into modernity.
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Place de la Bourse showing heritage architecture, night scenes and an administrative buidling

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What to do in Aquitaine

Things to Do in Aquitaine with Kids

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Place de la Bourse

Bordeaux City Centre

5/5(106 area reviews)

Spend some time visiting places like Place Gambetta while getting to know Bordeaux City Centre, and be sure to check out the lively bars. You can hop aboard the metro at Gambetta Tram Station or Grand Theatre Tram Station to see more of the area.

Bordeaux City Centre
Old Harbor which includes a bay or harbor

Biarritz City Centre

4.5/5(48 area reviews)

Travelers come to Biarritz City Centre for its seaside views, and you can see top attractions like Casino Barriere and Biarritz City Hall while you're in town.

Biarritz City Centre
Bordeaux

Hôtel de Ville - Quinconces

If you're spending time in Hôtel de Ville - Quinconces, check out sights like Grand Theatre of Bordeaux or Place de la Comédie and hop on the metro to see more the city at Grand Theatre Tram Station or Gambetta Tram Station.

Hôtel de Ville - Quinconces
Bordeaux Maritime

Quartier du Lac

3.5/5(21 area reviews)

Noted for its lake views and bars, there's plenty to explore in Quartier du Lac. Top attractions like Barriere Casino Theatre and Matmut Atlantique Stadium are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Claveau Tram Station or Brandenburg Tram Station to see more of the city.

Quartier du Lac
Chartrons

Chartrons

4.5/5(16 area reviews)

Consider a visit to Quai des Marques and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Chartrons. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Cours du Medoc Tram Station or Les Hangars Tram Station.

Chartrons
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Saint Jean Station District

The river views and coffeehouses are a few things visitors like about Saint Jean Station District. Check out Rock School Barbey while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Belcier Tram Station or Carle Vernet Tram Station to get around town.

Saint Jean Station District

 

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Frequently asked questions

What to do in Aquitaine on a sunny day?
What to do in Aquitaine on a rainy day?
If it's pelting down outside, sign up for an indoor activity, like a Bordeaux: The Cellar Keys Wine Tour and Tasting or a Txotx Experience at a Cider House.
What is Aquitaine famous for?
Hendaye Beach and Aquitaine Museum should be at the top of your list of things to see in Aquitaine.
What should I not miss in Aquitaine?
Don't head home without crossing off the following fantastic attractions:

  • Cave of Lascaux
  • Place de la Bourse
  • Casino Barriere
  • St. Michael Basilica

Are there cheap things to do in Aquitaine?
What can you do in Aquitaine for free?
You could put your cash in the hotel safe for the day, because these fantastic attractions will cost you nothing at all:

  • Hendaye Beach
  • Place de la Bourse
  • Casino Barriere
  • St. Michael Basilica

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