Top 9 Can't-Miss Landmarks in Bordeaux - 2023

Updated Sep 2023

No.1
Cathedrale St-Andre
4.5/5
52 Reviews

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Bordeaux
120m from downtown

"The Archbishop of St. Andre's Church in Bordeaux is the most famous church here, and it is very large in scale. It is no worse than Notre Dame, the whole building is very simple, with very complex and exquisite sculptures, two towering towers are its symbol, the interior is also magnificent, looks very solemn, definitely one of the most worthwhile attractions in Bordeaux."
Highlights: St. Andrew's Cathedral is located in the urban area, opposite the city hall across the square in front of the church. The church was built in the 11th century, and the main hall is a Roman-style building. During the British era, the church was expanded due to its perceived small size. In 1137, Louis VII and Ariano da Kittenou married in this church.
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No.2
Esplande des Quinconces
4.6/5
47 Reviews

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Bordeaux
997m from downtown

"The large area of the old town of Bordeaux is one of the largest squares in Europe. The Girondé monument in the middle of the square is very tall and is the hallmark building. Next to the square is statues of the thinker Montaigne and the philosopher Montesquieu. The square is shaded by trees. There is also a viewing platform on the side. However, the sun in the French man was too strong, and we took a quick look and left."
Highlights: Cancons Square is located at the northern end of the old urban area, on the banks of the Garonne River, covering an area of 120,000 square kilometers and is one of the largest squares in Europe. On the west side of the square, there are monuments to members of the French Gironde faction, as well as bronze sculptures, statues of Montaigne, a thinker born in Bordeaux, and statues of the philosopher Montesquieu. The square is surrounded by rows of trees, and there is a viewing platform on the river bank, which is a good place to watch the whole square.
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No.3
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Basilique Saint-Michel
4.6/5
39 Reviews

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Bordeaux
1.2km from downtown

"The church of Saint Michel and Saint-Gudule has a profound origin with the Belgian royal family. Since 1830, all religious ceremonies of the royal family have been held here. When the sun sets, the cathedral shines a different kind of glory under the sunset, and it is also a pleasure to enjoy the sunset scenery here. "
Highlights: St. Michael's Church is located on the banks of the Garonne River at the southern end of the old city, facing Canteloup Square. This church was built in the 14th century, and it is the representative of Gothic architecture in the urban area of Bordeaux. In this church, what attracts attention is the St.Michel tower built in the 15th century and renovated in 1865. This 374-foot-high tower is the tallest Gothic spire in France. Enjoy views of the city of Bordeaux and, on a clear day, the Atlantic Ocean. The Cloche bell tower in the center of the Canteloup square in front of the church is the pointer of the city of Bordeaux.
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No.4
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Jacques Chaban-Delmas Bridge
4.7/5
13 Reviews

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Bordeaux
3.1km from downtown

"The Bordeaux-Jacques-Chabon-Delma Bridge is a very famous bridge on the river, and the four upright columns at both ends of the bridge are like four swords inserted into the air, and it can be seen in remote places. He is also a famous bridge on the Bordeaux River, and is a transportation hub for the entire city. You may wish to enjoy it."
Highlights: The Jacques Chabon-Delmar Bridge is located in Bordeaux, a port city in southern France. Opened to traffic in 2013, the bridge is 575 meters long and has four towering pylons. Whenever a large ship wants to pass, the machinery inside the pylons works to raise the main bridge high, etc. The boat passes and then descends to let the vehicles pass, the whole process is spectacular and interesting.
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No.5
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Stone Bridge
4.6/5
17 Reviews

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Bordeaux
1.3km from downtown

"The Pierre Bridge in Bordeaux is a famous bridge on the Seine, a stone multi-arch bridge that resembles a dragon lying across the river. This bridge has a history of more than 100 years, although it has experienced a hundred years of wind and rain, but it is still the main bridge transportation hub here, standing on the bridge can enjoy the beautiful scenery on both sides of the river bank, really suitable for walking tour."
Highlights: The Pont Pierre, located in Bordeaux, France, was the first bridge over the Garonne River and was built in 1819. In the process of building the bridge, the builders encountered many difficulties, and later, they borrowed a diving bell from England to stabilize the bridge, which has 17 arches (the alphanumeric of Napoleon's name).
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No.6
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National Opera of Bordeaux
4.6/5
55 Reviews

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Bordeaux
663m from downtown

"This is the prototype building of the Grand Theatre of Paris, Bordeaux's most beautiful world heritage site. Every September - June of the next year, famous European singing and dance dramas will be staged. The fare in the theater is priced according to the location. The good location must be processed for the annual card to have the opportunity to grab it. Of course, the best location will definitely be reserved. However, for Xiaobai, it is good to spend 15 euros to buy the ceiling position before the opening."
Highlights: The Grand Theater is a classical-style theater designed and built by architect Vito Louis from 1773 to 1780. The theater is 47 meters long, 19 meters high, and 88 meters wide. The 12 Corinthian columns on the front are similar to the columns in front of the Greek temple. The upper half of the columns is carved with the goddess of music and poetry in Greek mythology. The grand staircase inside is imitated from the Opera Garnier in Paris.
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No.7
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Grosse Cloche
4.5/5
29 Reviews

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Bordeaux
673m from downtown

"The bell gate is the center of Bordeaux, an old castle-style bell tower that looks very European in medieval style. On one side of the clock tower is modern Bordeaux, on the other end is the old Bordeaux Old City, through the big bell gate, as if through time and space, with a different feeling."
Highlights: The Grand Bell Gate is one of Bordeaux's famous monuments. It is located at the entrance of the Saint-Michel neighborhood and used to be the bell tower of the former Bordeaux City Hall. The Great Bell Gate consists of two 40-meter-high circular towers connected in the middle, decorated with a golden lion coat of arms. In the 12th century it was originally four round towers with only one story. It was later changed to its current form in the 15th to 17th centuries. Big bells are used to ring to warn the public in the event of a fire.
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No.8
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Palais de Justice
4.3/5
4 Reviews

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Bordeaux
183m from downtown

"The court in Bordeaux could see the court, which could accommodate about fifty people according to the guards. At present, the court was still fulfilling his only option, and could meet the lawyers in wigs and robes to buy coffee, and the bag would be checked by friendly security guards at the entrance."
Highlights: The Bordeaux Court building is located in the Republic Square. Its old building building was built in 1864 and was designed and constructed by the famous architect Joseph-AdolpheThiac. The huge colonnade of the appearance was inspired by the Parthenon. The courthouse was expanded to its current size in 1998, and visitors interested in architecture can choose to visit.
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No.9
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Girondins Monument
4.3/5
15 Reviews

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Bordeaux
910m from downtown

"The Girondale Monument is a very beautiful monument in Bordeaux. It is an iconic building here. The sculpture of the sea god is very moving. It is definitely worth everyone to enjoy it. You must not miss it."
Highlights: The Girondins Monument is located in the Place de la Plum in Bordeaux. It was built to commemorate the members of the Girondists who were victims of the Reign of Terror. This is a must-see stop for reviewing the history of the French Revolution. The monument was built from 1894 to 1902. The proposal for the establishment of the monument originated in 1868, and was proposed by the architect Julian Gardé, the grandnephew of the Girondist Elie Gardé. In 1794, Ellie Gardé and other Girondists, and those who helped them, were guillotined there.
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