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Place de la Bourse showing a fountain and heritage architecture
Place de la Bourse showing a fountain and heritage architecture
Jardin Public showing a park and a bridge
Natural History Museum showing a house and a garden
Old Harbor showing a bridge and a beach

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Nouvelle-Aquitaine must see attractions

1. 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 which includes rugged coastline and a house

2. 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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Rue Sainte-Catherine which includes street scenes and a city

3. 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

4. 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

5. Minimes Beach

Minimes Beach is a charming stretch of sand in an area of upscale boutiques and restaurants. Scattered along the beach are many bathing stations complete with showers and other amenities to make your afternoon more comfortable. Find a nice patch of sand for you and your family to enjoy a French picnic of baguettes, cheese and wine.
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Minimes Beach featuring a sandy beach

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Trarieux Square - Mingle with some local people and seek out the true personality and energy of this fascinating place.

Monolithic Church of Saint-Jean - Take a moment for some prayer or meditation at this tranquil spiritual site.

Jardins du Coq - Rejuvenate your mind and body by spending time in nature.

Things to Do in Nouvelle-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
Natural History Museum showing a house and a park

La Rochelle City Centre

4.5/5(14 area reviews)

La Rochelle City Centre is known for its waterfront views, and you can plan a trip to Vieux Port and La Rochelle Hotel de Ville while you're in town.

La Rochelle City Centre
This building is indexed in the Base Mérimée, a database of architectural heritage maintained by the French Ministry of Culture, under the reference PA00083235 .

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
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Ville d’Hiver

Ville d’Hiver is popular for its pristine beaches, and you might make a stop by Mauresque Park, a top place to visit in the area.

Ville d’Hiver
Notre Dame Church showing heritage architecture and a church or cathedral

Bordeaux Golden Triangle

5/5(42 area reviews)

Visitors often come to Bordeaux Golden Triangle for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Place de la Comédie and Rue Sainte-Catherine. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you catch a ride at Grand Theatre Tram Station.

Bordeaux Golden Triangle

 

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Frequently asked questions

What to do in Nouvelle-Aquitaine on a sunny day?
What to do in Nouvelle-Aquitaine on a rainy day?
With awesome indoor activities like a Bordeaux: The Cellar Keys Wine Tour and Tasting and a Txotx Experience at a Cider House to keep you busy, you'll forget it's pouring down outside.
What is Nouvelle-Aquitaine famous for?
Check out Hendaye Beach and Aquitaine Museum if you're into renowned attractions.
What should I not miss in Nouvelle-Aquitaine?
If you want to experience the best of this place, add these sights to your itinerary:

  • Futuroscope
  • Cave of Lascaux
  • Place de la Bourse
  • Casino Barriere

Are there cheap things to do in Nouvelle-Aquitaine?
What can you do in Nouvelle-Aquitaine for free?
You could store your credit card in the hotel safe for the day, because these terrific attractions won't cost you a cent:

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