Bordeaux Holiday Deals

Holiday In Bordeaux

As the world authority on classy day drinking for the past two millennia, Bordeaux, France, has your next great getaway uncorked.

It’s not just for winos, though! Going on holiday in Bordeaux means visiting a place bursting with stunning architecture, lush landscapes and cuisine worth an intercontinental trip. It’s not all good looks and peace and quiet, though. There’s intrigue afoot. Explore the old stomping grounds of Eleanor of Aquitaine, one of the most powerful women in European history and a certified badass. You may not feel that hardcore while sipping a fat glass of merlot, but you’ll be pretty proud of yourself for scoring a sweet Bordeaux package with lastminute.co.nz!

Things to Do in Bordeaux

Well, you can guzzle it alongside fine cheeses, sip it at sunset, bathe in it…oh, you mean Bordeaux the city. Oops. It may be hard to believe that between the ancient vineyards Bordeaux is a modern metropolis with vintage vibes. The city is divided into the left bank to the west of the river Garonne and the right bank to the east, with the urban centre located on the left bank. Driving is the easiest way to get around, so pick up one of our Bordeaux car hire options and roll! Start your Bordeaux holiday at the beginning—or at least in 1096—at Cathedrale Saint-Andre, the site of young Eleanor’s first marriage to Louis VII. Next, check your hair at the Miroir d'Eau de Bordeaux, which is a still pond reflecting the gorgeous façade of Palais de la Bourse. When you’re ready to leave the city for some chic shenanigans, leave your holiday wheels behind and join a tour of France’s original winemakers where happy hour lasts all day.

Shopping, Dining & Nightlife

When you want to take a piece of France home, splurge at Place des Grands Hommes for designer goods and international fashion. For a huge variety of treats and treasures, wander down Rue Ste-Catherine. You can shop for hours through wine shops, unique boutiques and street vendors. Hey, with sweet deals on Bordeaux packages, you can save for the swag.

In Bordeaux, the food complements the wine, not the other way around. Cooking classes are very popular and let you sip and sauté in a French kitchen. Don’t snub the city’s amazing chefs, though! The left bank is covered in restaurants serving up classic French cuisine, especially seafood, as Bordeaux is just a couple hours’ drive from the Bay of Biscay. Chow down on mussels and oysters like they’re going out of style, though they totally aren’t.

As you’ve probably guessed, Bordeaux nightlife is super chill. Start the evening at the Grand Théâtre de Bordeaux, which opened in 1780 and produces ballets, concerts, traditional operas and more. As you leave the theatre, remember that the night is just getting started. Mingle with locals over a multi-course meal, good conversation and, of course, wine.

What’s Next?

Vive la France! You’re just a few clicks away from booking brilliant Bordeaux holiday packages with lastminute.co.nz. You can mix and match accommodation and flights that fit your schedule, and even add some Paris holiday packages to the mix. Now that’s the perfect pairing!