Bordeaux bike tour: 13km route with local guide and tasting

Thirteen kilometers of stone bridges, wine-district cellars and a tasting break in the city's grandest garden

A guided bicycle tour of Bordeaux covering 13km of the city's neighborhoods and monuments, with a local English or French-speaking guide, beach cruiser bikes, helmets, water bottles and a local specialty tasting in the Public Garden. Groups stay under 10 people. Children from age 12 are welcome. E-bike options are available in both languages.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each7 stops

1. Grosse Cloche10m
2. Basilica of St. Michael10m
3. Pont de Pierre10m
4. Bordeaux Public Garden10m
5. Girondins Monument10m
6. Grand Theatre10m
7. Porte Cailhau10m

Bordeaux city bike tour highlights

• Meet local guide and safety briefing
• Discover Saint Michel and bell tower
• Stop at the big bell city gate
• Cross the stone bridge over Garonne
• Panoramic view of 18th century facade
• Explore Darwin eco-district
• Cross Jacques Chaban-Delmas bridge
• Visit Chartrons wine trading district
• Tasting break in Public Garden
• See Girondins monument and fountains
• Pass Grand Theatre and Golden Triangle
• View Saint-André cathedral and Pey-Berlan tower
• Cross historic center with squares and terraces
• Visit water mirror near Place de la Bourse
• Discover Cailhau gate
• Return to starting point

The experience

The ride starts with a safety briefing, then heads out along routes built for bicycles through neighborhoods most visitors miss on foot. You'll cross the Pont de Pierre, the city's oldest stone bridge, to see the 18th-century quay facades from the right bank, then loop through the Darwin eco-district and under the Jacques Chaban-Delmas bridge: a drawbridge that opens to let boats into the port. The Chartrons district comes next, where Bordeaux's wine merchants once traded. You'll pass the old cellars and antique shops on rue Notre Dame before the route turns toward the center.

A break happens in the Jardin Public, where you'll taste a local canelé (the small pastry Bordeaux is known for), while the guide talks through the city's history. The second half threads through the historic core: the Grosse Cloche (the 13th-century gate), the Basilica of St. Michael with its 114-meter bell tower, the Girondins Monument and its fountains, the Grand Theatre, and the water mirror facing the Place de la Bourse. Cobbled squares and terraces fill the route through the old quarters. The pace is steady but not rushed. The whole loop takes 2 to 3 hours.

Beach cruisers are comfortable for city riding and suit the flat terrain. Stainless steel water bottles with insulated bags keep drinks cool during Bordeaux's hot summers, and ponchos are on hand if showers threaten. The guide speaks English or French depending on the option you choose at checkout. E-bikes are available in both languages if you prefer pedal assist.

What’s included

• Beach cruiser bicycle.
• helmet.
• stainless steel insulated water bottle.
• canelé tasting in the Public Garden.
• poncho for rain.
• local guide in English or French.
• e-bike option available in both languages at checkout.

Options for this experience

2 options

English only09:45 and 14:30Guide only in English

E-bike option, English-speaking tour09:45 and 14:30

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Lasts 2h–3h, runs every day at 14:30 and 09:45, from € 36 per person, with a live guide in English and French, in groups of up to 12 and with free cancellation up to 24 h before.

Days and timesMonday: 14:30Tuesday to Friday: 09:45 and 14:30Saturday and Sunday: 09:45Last departure this season: 30 Nov

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AgesAdult (18 to 85 years) · Youth (12 to 17 years) · Under 12: can't be booked

GroupUp to 12

Live guideEnglish and French

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 2 days ago

Good to know

Moderate physical effortInfant seats availablePublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Bordeaux Bike Tour

Is this one for you?Choose the e-bike option if you want to cover the 13 kilometers without tiring, or stick with the regular beach cruiser if you prefer a gentler pace through the neighborhoods: both follow the same route and include the tasting break. Groups stay under 10 people, so you're not cycling in a crowd.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and French.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (12 to 17 years). Children under 12 can't be included in the booking.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

How long is the bike route in Bordeaux?

The route covers approximately 13 kilometers and takes 2 to 3 hours to complete, including the tasting break in the Public Garden.

What is the Basilica of St. Michael like?

The Basilica of St. Michael is one of Bordeaux's most recognizable landmarks, with a bell tower that rises 114 meters high and dominates the popular district around it.

What happens during the tasting break?

You stop in the Jardin Public to taste a canelé, a small pastry that is a local specialty of Bordeaux, while the guide shares the city's history.

Are the bikes suitable for someone who hasn't cycled in a while?

The bikes are beach cruisers designed for comfort on city streets, and the route follows secure paths built for bicycles. The terrain is flat and the pace is steady rather than fast.

What's included in the tour?

The tour includes a beach cruiser bike, helmet, stainless steel water bottle with insulated bag, the local canelé tasting, a poncho if needed, and a guide who speaks either English or French.