Bordeaux Highlights tour
Walking tour from the Roman Empire to Modern Times
- WITH
- Hela's TEAM | about the guide
Listed as a Unesco World Heritage, Bordeaux is a true witness of the history since the medieval times. Experience this utterly unique city on a comprehensive 4-hour walking tour of 2.5 miles (4km) as you discover its main historical landmarks with a professional guide. As you stroll, your guide will uncover all the secrets of the different areas and give you plenty of local tips about French culture, traditions and gastronomy. As part of your tour, you will marvel at the Grand Théâtre and the Monument aux Girondins on the famous Place des Quinconces, one of the largest plazas in Europe. You will also admire the magnificent Place de la Bourse, and its magical reflect in the water mirror. Learning about the medieval times in Bordeaux, you will see well preserved monuments such as the Porte Saint-Eloi, the Porte Cailhau and the Grosse Cloche. More emblematic sites will be also explored such as the Place des Grands Hommes where you will enjoy a traditional Bordelaise dessert, and the rue Sainte Catherine, largest shopping street in Europe dating back to the Roman Empire. To ensure the best experience, your guide will adapt the tour to your needs and preferences, so feel free to contact her.
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Bordeaux and the wine region
France -
1/2 day
DURATION -
10
MAX. No. ON TOUR
TOUR DETAILS
- keywords :
- Bordeaux, Bordeaux walking tour, Place de la Bourse, Grand Théâtre, Rue Sainte Catherine, Porte Cailhau, Allées de Tourny, Passage Sarget, Grand Hôtel, Palais Gallien
- transport :
- On foot
- ACTIVITY LEVEL :
- Light
- ACCESSIBLE TO THE DISABLED :
- yes
- Kid friendly :
- Quizzes will be available to keep kids entertained
- LANGUAGES:
- Français/French (fluent), Anglais/English (native)
- MAX. No. OF PEOPLE :
- 10
INCLUDED IN THE TOUR
- Traditional Bordelaise dessert in the iconic Place des Grands Hommes - Hotel pickup and drop-off (if central location)
NOT INCLUDED
- Lunch - Personal shopping
ITINERARY
Take a special opportunity to experience Bordeaux at its absolute best on a 4-hour walking tour of 2.5 miles (4km) across the city center. With your professional guide, travel to the medieval times with their Porte Cailhau, Porte Saint-Eloi and Grosse Cloche. Then, delve into the Roman Empire history with its Palais Gallien, Cathédrale Saint André, Eglise Notre-Dame and rue Sainte Catherine. You will continue to the Renaissance period with its Grand Théâtre, Allées de Tourny, Place de la Bourse and many others. On your way, you will marvel at some famous icons such as the Place des Grands Hommes, the Passage Sarget, the Grand Hôtel, and the Place des Quinconces with its impressive monument aux Girondins.
WHERE AND WHEN?
- MEET-UP LOCATION:
- Your hotel in Bordeaux (if central location - to check with the guide after reservation)
- END OF TOUR LOCATION:
- Your hotel in Bordeaux (if central location - to check with the guide after reservation)
about
your guide
Hela
Bordeaux and the wine region
- languages :
- Français/French, Anglais/English
Born in the United States of Egyptian parents, I was always passionate about art, history and culture. After studying french art in America and communication at the American University of Cairo, I moved to Bordeaux and studied oenology at the Chamber of Commerce. I also fell in love with Bordeaux and decided to stay to become a guide lecturer and show the city to the world. Since 2013, I am the owner of a walking tour company in this amazing city and I work with other passionate guides. My favorite topics are the wine-related tours as well as the historical tours and the Church hopping. Sharing my knowledge with people and also learning from them is what makes my job the most wonderful. Beside that, I also love running and I am also organizing some running tours for the more sporty visitors! Want a personalized itinerary? I would be happy to design a unique tour for you. Just let me know...
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