Free Walking Bordeaux Tour ENG + 1 glass of wine (Tip based)
Description
Join us for a 2-hour ENGLISH free tour of Bordeaux and discover this captivating city with our friendly, experienced guides! Explore iconic landmarks like the beautiful Gothic cathedral, the famous Water Mirror, and the stunning neoclassical theatre, plus hidden gems of the city center. Dive into Bordeaux's fascinating history, secrets, and gastronomy as you stroll through the city. Learn about its rich culture, geography, and intriguing stories in a fun and engaging way. Your guide will also share recommendations for the best restaurants, wine bars, and things to do in and around Bordeaux. Your reservation fee covers your place on the tour and a well-earned glass of Bordeaux wine. The contribution to the guide is based on your appreciation (tip based). We suggest €15–25/person though you’re free to give more or less depending on your experience. Get your glass of wine at the local & organic Bar: Couleurs du vin - check the opening hours (closed Tue/Wed) Merci & See you in Bordeaux
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Itinerary
This Monument is dedicated In the memories of the Girondins.
Created in 1770 by Victor Louis one of the most iconic Theatre in France.
A beautiful Baroque style church in Bordeaux.
First Gothic Style Cathedral in entire Aquitaine . You will be mindblogged.
One of the beautiful porte that will we see on our entire tour.
This is the amazing entrance door in Bordeaux during the medieval time.
One of the most beautiful square to end our nice tour.
And much more...
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What's included
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Important Information
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(115)
It is quite comprehensive, covering the principal sites and working them in perfectly with excellent history. This , together with Anie's excellent communication skills, made it into a memorable experience. I taught Hospitatity, Tourism and Customer service in Ireland and know an excellent guide when I meet one!
Really excellent 2 hours introduction to Bordeaux. Melanie the guide was brilliant. Loads of info and history. Highly recommended.
Thank you to Caz for an enjoyable walking tour. His knowledge and passion for Bordeaux really came across, and he kept the tour interesting with plenty of humour along the way. The tour lasted just under two hours and covered the city’s history, geography and modern-day Bordeaux. The small group made it easy to ask questions and enjoy the experience at a relaxed pace. Caz also shared some fantastic restaurant and wine bar recommendations. One of his top recommendations was Le Sobre Chartrons, where we enjoyed a complimentary glass of wine after the tour. Their self-service wine dispensers are such a unique concept and well worth checking out. Merci!
Had great 2 hour walking tour with Ani, he was extremely knowledgeable in the history of Bordeaux. He covered various periods, and many of the main attractions. He was fun, and highly involved all the group participants throughout. Highly recommended.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! 😊 It was a real pleasure showing you Bordeaux. I'm delighted you enjoyed the mix of history, stories, and the interactive atmosphere throughout the tour. Your recommendation truly means a lot. I hope to welcome you back to Bordeaux one day! 🍷
Our guide was enthusiastic and knowledgeable. Our kids didn't want to go at the start but by the end they were very excited!
Thank you for your fantastic review! 😊 I'm so happy to hear that both you and your family enjoyed the tour—and especially that the kids ended up having such a great time! It was a pleasure sharing Bordeaux with you. Have a wonderful rest of your travels! 🍷
We had a wonderful time on this walking tour and learned so much about Bordeaux... the history... the cool stories about the culture.. people and of course the wine! Melanie was amazing... she knew so much and made the tour fun and informative. Thanks so much!
Thank you so much for your lovely review! 😊 We're thrilled that you enjoyed discovering Bordeaux with Melanie. She'll be delighted to hear your kind words. We hope to welcome you back for another tour or a wine tasting in the future. Cheers! 🍷
Melanie was a truly engaging speaker, she led us around the major sights of Bordeaux and gave us insights into the history and legendary figures. In the heat she ensured we were taken to shady spots. Great walking tour, definitely recommend 👌
Our walking tour began, as most do, with an overview of the history of the city that provided a framework and touch-points for the information about specific places that would follow. Four major historical points were emphasized: the founding of the city by the Romans, the medieval period, the French Revolution, and the modern day. Overall, the information tended to focus primarily on history and architecture, more so than culture and lifestyle. Our guide did provide some tips on places to prioritize for follow-up visits depending upon how long you have in the city. An important note about the "1 glass of wine": the stop for wine was not made during the tour; rather, the guide gave the name and location for a specific bar that could be visited after its 5;30p opening where you could ask for the guide (who worked there) and receive the wine. According to the information provided the night before the tour, that bar is not open on Tuesdays or Wednesdays.
Thank you very much for your thoughtful and detailed review! 😊 We're delighted that you enjoyed the historical overview and the recommendations for exploring Bordeaux further. We also appreciate your comment regarding the complimentary glass of wine. We hope it was a nice way to continue your Bordeaux experience after the tour. Thank you again for your valuable feedback, and we hope to see you again! 🍷
The walking tour of Bordeaux was really excellent. Our guide Ani was very informative and interacted with the group. We thoroughly enjoyed our tour his knowledge of the sites were wonderful and we learnt so much.
Thank you very much for your fantastic review! 😊 It was a pleasure showing you around Bordeaux. I'm delighted you enjoyed the interactive experience and the stories behind the city's landmarks. Thank you for your kind words, and I hope to welcome you back again soon! 🍷
The tour itself was wonderful. Ani is very knowledgeable and presents a lot of information in a friendly and interesting way. The problem was with Trip Advisor, who calls it a “free” tour but charges for registering and then mentions that a tip of at least €25 per person should be given. Also, Trip Advisor sent me at least 8 emails, plus text messages and messages on WhatsApp about the tour date and time. This is too much!!
Thank you very much for your kind review and for your wonderful comments about Ani. We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the tour and found it both informative and engaging. Regarding the reminders, these are automated messages sent by the booking platform to help reduce no-shows and ensure that guests receive all the necessary information about their tour. As for the registration fee and the suggested tip, our tours operate on a pay-what-you-feel basis. Any contribution is entirely at the discretion of each guest. The suggested amount is only a guideline, and visitors are free to contribute whatever they feel reflects the value of their experience. Thank you again for joining us and for taking the time to share your feedback. Best regards, Free Walking Tours Bordeaux
