Jenny’s Bordeaux Guidebook
Food Scene - Nearby
A great place for reasonably priced good bistro food. Typical French ambiance! Best of all - less than a minute from the apartment! Turn right as you leave the accommodation. Highly recommended ! Ask for « Doc », tell him Jenny sent you! 😉 Bon appétit!
La Brasserie des Chartrons
8 Quai de BacalanA great place for reasonably priced good bistro food. Typical French ambiance! Best of all - less than a minute from the apartment! Turn right as you leave the accommodation. Highly recommended ! Ask for « Doc », tell him Jenny sent you! 😉 Bon appétit!
A lively, colourful indoor food market. Great place to grab a bite to eat. 10 min. walk from the apartment, opposite the Cité du Vin.
118 locals recommend
Les Halles de Bacalan
15 Quai du MarocA lively, colourful indoor food market. Great place to grab a bite to eat. 10 min. walk from the apartment, opposite the Cité du Vin.
A bouchon is a particular style of restaurant with its origins in the city of Lyon. Lyonnaise cooking is classically meaty, with typical dishes including roast pork or duck. Au Bouchon des Chartrons has successfully adopted this style, cooking with fresh organic produce.
25 locals recommend
Au Bouchon des Chartrons
52 Quai de BacalanA bouchon is a particular style of restaurant with its origins in the city of Lyon. Lyonnaise cooking is classically meaty, with typical dishes including roast pork or duck. Au Bouchon des Chartrons has successfully adopted this style, cooking with fresh organic produce.
MUST DO - Head to the rooftop terrace of Together Restaurant for a breakfast in the sun…..or lunch…or a snack by the river! Best views in Bordeaux! Hangar 15, by taxi-boat stop. With surf shop! All you need for the beach 🤩
19 Quai des Chartrons
19 Quai des ChartronsMUST DO - Head to the rooftop terrace of Together Restaurant for a breakfast in the sun…..or lunch…or a snack by the river! Best views in Bordeaux! Hangar 15, by taxi-boat stop. With surf shop! All you need for the beach 🤩
Great for a no-fuss snack or something more substantial. A very pleasant riverside setting just across the road from the apartment.
29 locals recommend
Makila Kafé
17 Quai de BacalanGreat for a no-fuss snack or something more substantial. A very pleasant riverside setting just across the road from the apartment.
Riverside location, 2 minutes from the apartment (direction the lift bridge). Nice for a breakfast coffee in the sun, when you still have the terrace and the river views (almost) to yourself.
Starbucks Coffee
Quai des ChartronsRiverside location, 2 minutes from the apartment (direction the lift bridge). Nice for a breakfast coffee in the sun, when you still have the terrace and the river views (almost) to yourself.
Very popular outdoor venue for warm summer nights! Music, drinks and food aboard the iBoat, docked in the cool Bassins à flots (Bacalan) neighbourhood.
216 locals recommend
IBOAT
1 Cr Henri BrunetVery popular outdoor venue for warm summer nights! Music, drinks and food aboard the iBoat, docked in the cool Bassins à flots (Bacalan) neighbourhood.
Le Carré, on the Place du Marché dès Chartrons, is one of my favourite local restaurants (15 min from the apartment on foot). I prefer eating upstairs. It’s just a nice relaxed place to enjoy good food and wine.
79 locals recommend
Le Boucher
35 Rue BorieLe Carré, on the Place du Marché dès Chartrons, is one of my favourite local restaurants (15 min from the apartment on foot). I prefer eating upstairs. It’s just a nice relaxed place to enjoy good food and wine.
Au Pétrin Moissagais
72 Cr de la MartiniqueNearby bakery
Paul
75 Cr PortalNearby bakery (10 minutes on foot)
L'Orangerie
Cours de VerdunA very good local restaurant (15 min. walk from the apartment). Cute, cosy, authentic. Food is tasty, service is pleasant. Reservation recommended (via website)
9 locals recommend
Le Mirabelle
31 Rue Camille GodardA very good local restaurant (15 min. walk from the apartment). Cute, cosy, authentic. Food is tasty, service is pleasant. Reservation recommended (via website)
Our guests rate this as "terrific" and "another gem"! We love it too. Pop in for brunch or dinner, concerts at the weekend.
13 locals recommend
Le Confidentiel
80 Quai des ChartronsOur guests rate this as "terrific" and "another gem"! We love it too. Pop in for brunch or dinner, concerts at the weekend.
Food Scene - Downtown
Very popular restaurant with an eclectic style and a cute garden. Live music certain nights. Reservation essential.
41 locals recommend
Frida
29 Rue BuhanVery popular restaurant with an eclectic style and a cute garden. Live music certain nights. Reservation essential.
Unpretentious restaurant in a cute location. Great local food, reasonable prices, friendly service, never been disappointed!
11 locals recommend
HUSH HUSH
30 Rue Sainte-ColombeUnpretentious restaurant in a cute location. Great local food, reasonable prices, friendly service, never been disappointed!
Strictly for meat lovers! Steak and French fries only! The Entrecôte is a Bordeaux institution. No reservations - you have to queue. Go early (6.45 pm) or late (9.30 pm) for best chance of a table.
115 locals recommend
L'Entrecôte
4 Cr du 30 JuilletStrictly for meat lovers! Steak and French fries only! The Entrecôte is a Bordeaux institution. No reservations - you have to queue. Go early (6.45 pm) or late (9.30 pm) for best chance of a table.
Managed by Philippe Etchebest, the celebrated French TV chef. I’ve had better welcomes, but this is still a good venue for a special lunch.
152 locals recommend
Le Quatrième Mur
2 Pl. de la ComédieManaged by Philippe Etchebest, the celebrated French TV chef. I’ve had better welcomes, but this is still a good venue for a special lunch.
L’Atelier des Pasteis
10 Rue Saint-RémiFabulous Portuguese custard tarts to take out
Le Bouchon Bordelais
2 Rue CourbinA very swanky ground floor bar for luxury cocktails and rooftop bar for drinks and nibbles in the summer. Pricey.
71 locals recommend
Intercontinental Bordeaux Le Grand Hôtel
2-5 Pl. de la ComédieA very swanky ground floor bar for luxury cocktails and rooftop bar for drinks and nibbles in the summer. Pricey.
Marche des Capucins
Place des CapucinsPalatino
8 Rue de la MerciA fun place to enjoy good Italian food!
Le petit cafe
10 Place GambettaCASA GAÏA
16 bis Rue LatourFood Scene - Rive Droite
On the other side of the Pont de Pierre, the Pizza del Arte is a cheap, cheerful and very good address for all things Italian. A table on the sunny terrace, overlooking Bordeaux on the other side of the river, is always a treat!
Ristorante Del Arte
7 Quai des QueyriesOn the other side of the Pont de Pierre, the Pizza del Arte is a cheap, cheerful and very good address for all things Italian. A table on the sunny terrace, overlooking Bordeaux on the other side of the river, is always a treat!
For the best view of Bordeaux from a relaxed riverside garden this is the place to be from early spring to autumn to relax while listening to music with a drink, dinner or nibbles. Gets busy, don’t turn up too late.
206 locals recommend
La Guinguette Chez Alriq
Port BastideFor the best view of Bordeaux from a relaxed riverside garden this is the place to be from early spring to autumn to relax while listening to music with a drink, dinner or nibbles. Gets busy, don’t turn up too late.
Superb Michelin-starred restaurant with pleasant patio. Expensive, but excellent value for money. Tram A to Jardin Botanique then 3 minutes on foot walking away from the city centre.
31 locals recommend
L'Oiseau Bleu
127 Av. ThiersSuperb Michelin-starred restaurant with pleasant patio. Expensive, but excellent value for money. Tram A to Jardin Botanique then 3 minutes on foot walking away from the city centre.
Great views of Bordeaux from across the river and good food. Very crowded on a summer evening. Reservation essential.
43 locals recommend
Le Café du Port
1 Quai DeschampsGreat views of Bordeaux from across the river and good food. Very crowded on a summer evening. Reservation essential.
Food Scene - Other
The Michelin-starred restaurant at the Hotel Saint James is for serious foodies, with prices to match. Superb terrace overlooking Bordeaux. Highly recommended if you enjoy gourmet dining.
Hotel Saint-James by Jean Nouvel
1B Rue Camille HosteinsThe Michelin-starred restaurant at the Hotel Saint James is for serious foodies, with prices to match. Superb terrace overlooking Bordeaux. Highly recommended if you enjoy gourmet dining.
Enjoy an unforgettable lunch on the terrace with to-die-for views over the Bay of Arcachon
328 locals recommend
Hôtel La Co(o)rniche
46 Av. Louis GaumeEnjoy an unforgettable lunch on the terrace with to-die-for views over the Bay of Arcachon
Head to this restaurant (La Terrasse Rouge) near St Emilion (car required) for fabulous views over the vineyard and good - but a little pricey - bistrot food. Worth going for a treat!
8 locals recommend
Chateau La Dominique
1 La DominiqueHead to this restaurant (La Terrasse Rouge) near St Emilion (car required) for fabulous views over the vineyard and good - but a little pricey - bistrot food. Worth going for a treat!
The first Michelin-starred vegan restaurant in France. You’ll need to book well ahead of you want to try this one. Located in Ares on Arcachon Bay.
12 locals recommend
ONA
3bis Rue Sophie et Paul WallersteinThe first Michelin-starred vegan restaurant in France. You’ll need to book well ahead of you want to try this one. Located in Ares on Arcachon Bay.
Sightseeing - Bordeaux
First stop for local advice!
12 Cours du 30 Juillet, 33000 Bordeaux (close to Place des Quinconces)
bordeaux-tourism.co.uk
95 locals recommend
Tourist Information Office
12 Cr du 30 JuilletFirst stop for local advice!
12 Cours du 30 Juillet, 33000 Bordeaux (close to Place des Quinconces)
bordeaux-tourism.co.uk
Hop aboard a red bus for a whistle-stop tour of Bordeaux with commentary. Great way to get an overall feel for the city or visit the main attractions when time is short (note: tour does not include the Cathédrale St André as the bus cannot negotiate the Place Pey Berland)
8 locals recommend
Bordeaux Elite
12 Cr du 30 JuilletHop aboard a red bus for a whistle-stop tour of Bordeaux with commentary. Great way to get an overall feel for the city or visit the main attractions when time is short (note: tour does not include the Cathédrale St André as the bus cannot negotiate the Place Pey Berland)
The Water Mirror is a must-see! Created as part of the urban redesign undertaken by mayor Juppé. Nice for a cooling splash in hot weather!
486 locals recommend
Le Miroir d'eau
Place de la BourseThe Water Mirror is a must-see! Created as part of the urban redesign undertaken by mayor Juppé. Nice for a cooling splash in hot weather!
Built in 1495, the Porte Cailhau was once the main gate to the city. There is a magnificent view of the oldest bridge in Bordeaux, the Pont de Pierre, from the top. Exhibition & audio-visual presentation.
138 locals recommend
Porte Cailhau
Place du PalaisBuilt in 1495, the Porte Cailhau was once the main gate to the city. There is a magnificent view of the oldest bridge in Bordeaux, the Pont de Pierre, from the top. Exhibition & audio-visual presentation.
Weighing 7,750 kilos, the “Big Bell” - named Armande Louise - is rung for major celebrations and on the first Sunday of each month at noon. The construction dates from the Middle Ages. The pretty Rue Saint James (several coffee shops) passes through the arch.
215 locals recommend
The Grosse Cloche
45 Rue Saint-JamesWeighing 7,750 kilos, the “Big Bell” - named Armande Louise - is rung for major celebrations and on the first Sunday of each month at noon. The construction dates from the Middle Ages. The pretty Rue Saint James (several coffee shops) passes through the arch.
Bordeaux Cathedral
Place Pey BerlandTour Pey-Berland
Place Pey BerlandBasilica of St. Michael
16 Place MeynardMonument to the Girondins, Place des Quinconces. One of Bordeaux’s most distinctive landmarks. The monument honors the Girondins, a group of moderate bourgeois National Assembly MPs (députés) during the French Revolution. 22 of them were executed in 1793 after being convicted of counter-revolutionary activities.
61 locals recommend
Monument aux Girondins
2792 Pl. des QuinconcesMonument to the Girondins, Place des Quinconces. One of Bordeaux’s most distinctive landmarks. The monument honors the Girondins, a group of moderate bourgeois National Assembly MPs (députés) during the French Revolution. 22 of them were executed in 1793 after being convicted of counter-revolutionary activities.
La Cite du Vin
134 Quai de BacalanRunning along the River Garonne from Hangar 15 (Cours du Médoc) to Hangar 19 (Chaban-Delmas lift bridge), a selection of outlet stores, restaurants and cafés - 2 minutes from the apartment.
261 locals recommend
Quai des Marques
19 Quai des ChartronsRunning along the River Garonne from Hangar 15 (Cours du Médoc) to Hangar 19 (Chaban-Delmas lift bridge), a selection of outlet stores, restaurants and cafés - 2 minutes from the apartment.
Darwin Ecosystem - Located on Bordeaux’s right bank, in the Bastide district, this former military barracks has been rehabilitated as an inspiring urban ecosystem. Café, restaurant, grocery shop. Worth a visit!
428 locals recommend
La Societé des Vieux Copains
87 Quai des QueyriesDarwin Ecosystem - Located on Bordeaux’s right bank, in the Bastide district, this former military barracks has been rehabilitated as an inspiring urban ecosystem. Café, restaurant, grocery shop. Worth a visit!
Bassins de Lumières
Impasse Brown de ColstounSightseeing - Region
A medieval town and some of the most prestigious vineyards in France! Don’t miss a 35 min. trip around the local châteaux on the tourist “train”, with commentary in French and English. Check out Go Jauntly (free app) for local walks. Treat yourself to lunch at the nearby Château Dominique/La Terrasse Rouge. You could combine a trip to St Emilion with a stop in Libourne to see the local market.
816 locals recommend
Saint-Émilion
A medieval town and some of the most prestigious vineyards in France! Don’t miss a 35 min. trip around the local châteaux on the tourist “train”, with commentary in French and English. Check out Go Jauntly (free app) for local walks. Treat yourself to lunch at the nearby Château Dominique/La Terrasse Rouge. You could combine a trip to St Emilion with a stop in Libourne to see the local market.
In St Emilion, don’t miss a 1-hour guided tour of the Château Soutard wine estate. Highly recommended. Available in French and English. Tour finishes with a short wine-tasting session. Costs approx. 10€ / person. Call ahead to book your tour.
13 locals recommend
Château Soutard
SoutardIn St Emilion, don’t miss a 1-hour guided tour of the Château Soutard wine estate. Highly recommended. Available in French and English. Tour finishes with a short wine-tasting session. Costs approx. 10€ / person. Call ahead to book your tour.
The Dune de Pyla, a boat trip on the bay, oysters and wine - a great day by the sea! Take the train to Arcachon from the Gare St Jean in Bordeaux.
195 locals recommend
Arcachon Bay
The Dune de Pyla, a boat trip on the bay, oysters and wine - a great day by the sea! Take the train to Arcachon from the Gare St Jean in Bordeaux.
Parks and green spaces
Space to run around, several children’s playgrounds, duck pond, orangerie. The Jardin Public offers a soothing green space in the city centre.
495 locals recommend
Jardin Public
Space to run around, several children’s playgrounds, duck pond, orangerie. The Jardin Public offers a soothing green space in the city centre.
Angelic park
Quai des QueyriesParc Angélique
On the rive droite, accessible from the Parc aux Angéliques. Well worth a visit in combination with a stop at the Darwin Ecosystem.
285 locals recommend
Jardin Botanique
Esplanade LinnéOn the rive droite, accessible from the Parc aux Angéliques. Well worth a visit in combination with a stop at the Darwin Ecosystem.
Very pleasant recently redesigned green space in the city centre. Great for an urban picnic or a coffee break on your shopping tour!
57 locals recommend
Place Gambetta
Place GambettaVery pleasant recently redesigned green space in the city centre. Great for an urban picnic or a coffee break on your shopping tour!
Very nice small adventure park on the edge of town. Easy access via tram C from Quinconces to Ausone (direction Gare de Blanquefort). See my walks on Go Jauntly (free app).
Parc Ausone
Parc AusoneVery nice small adventure park on the edge of town. Easy access via tram C from Quinconces to Ausone (direction Gare de Blanquefort). See my walks on Go Jauntly (free app).