Follow Lonely Planet's 2017 travel guide and visit Bordeaux - the architectural and gastronomic pearl of south west France. You might be connecting Bordeaux to its fantastic wines, but do not think it is all about the never-ending landscapes of vineyards. The charm of the old town will fascinate you, the taste and smell of the food will make you pleasantly fulfilled.
UNESCO World Heritage Site
The city was once called a "sleeping beauty" or a dark city but the moment the facades of the buildings were thoroughly cleaned, Bordeaux regained its life. The changes started to appear after the urban project of a mayor at the time, Mr. Alain Juppé. The trams with the underground cables, riverside walkways, and bicycle roads made it so much more enjoyable for both tourists and locals. Place de la Bourse on the picture below is a Unesco World Heritage Site since 2007.
La Cité du Vin
A new and innovative museum of wine. For 20 EUR you can have a guided journey around the world of wine, its history and culture. The architecture of the building is supposed to symbolize the wine swirling in the glass. Truly an experience one of a kind.
Great wines and wine bars
With the close proximity of the lands of wines like Saint Emilion, Pomerol or Haut Medoc you can almost never go wrong when it comes to choice of wines in Bordeaux. Take a day to visit different Chateaux and allow yourself wine tasting in one of them. When back in the city, visit "Aux 4 Coins du Vin" bar with the biggest selection of wines by the glass. With the new Enomatic technology, you will be able to serve yourself whatever you'd like with the use of a special card for the machines. Make sure to take a reservation beforehand because the place is constantly packed!
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