Bordeaux Food Tour: Walking Meal, Wine Tasting & Sweets

Summary

Walk historic bordeaux tasting wine sweets & french classics

You’ll wander Bordeaux’s old center with a local foodie guide, starting with organic wine tasting near Place de la Bourse. Taste classic French dishes at a small bistrot by Saint Pierre church, then sample cannelé, Dunes Blanches, and award-winning chocolate bonbons. There’s laughter over lunch and sweet keepsakes to pocket — plus time to soak in those golden city lights.

What’s the experience like?

Someone handed me a glass before I’d even sat down properly — deep red, smells like blackberries and that earthy thing you only get in Bordeaux. Our guide, Camille, grinned and told us the vineyard was just outside the city, organic since her grandmother’s time. She asked if we could taste the difference; honestly, I just nodded but it did feel lighter somehow. We stood near Place de la Bourse and she pointed out how the light hits the stone — “golden hour every day,” she said. I kept thinking about that.

We wandered through narrow streets where shutters were thrown open and someone somewhere was playing accordion (or maybe it was a recording? Either way). Lunch was in this tiny bistrot tucked behind Saint Pierre church — the chef came out to explain what he’d made, something with duck confit and lentils that tasted better than it looked (and it looked pretty good). I tried to say merci but my accent is hopeless; everyone laughed, not unkindly. The main keyword here is Bordeaux food tour but really it felt more like being invited along for lunch by friends who know all the shortcuts.

Sweets came next: cannelé (chewy outside, soft inside), then these little Dunes Blanches from Arcachon — creamier than I expected. Camille snuck us an extra caramelized hazelnut from some family shop she loves; said we could keep it for later but mine didn’t last ten minutes. Chocolate bonbons at the end from a local woman who apparently wins awards every year — I still think about those. The rain started up just as we finished, so we ducked under an awning near Place Gambetta and lingered a bit longer than planned. Sometimes you don’t want to rush off after something good.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Bordeaux gourmet walking food tour

• Start gourmet promenade in historic center
• Taste high-quality organic wine
• Visit bistrot for innovative French dishes
• Try cannelé and Dunes Blanches d'Arcachon
• Enjoy chocolate bonbons from local chocolatier
• Receive caramelized hazelnut keepsake

Top questions

How long does the Bordeaux food tour last?

The duration isn’t specified exactly but expect a relaxed walking pace with multiple stops for tastings and stories around central Bordeaux.

Is lunch included on this Bordeaux food tour?

Yes, lunch is included as part of the tour experience along with water.

Are there vegetarian options available?

Please contact the organizers before booking to discuss any food restrictions or dietary needs.

Does this tour include wine tasting?

Yes, you’ll start with an organic wine tasting led by your local guide in central Bordeaux.

Where does the Bordeaux food tour take place?

The tour takes place in the historical center of Bordeaux, including stops near Place de la Bourse and Place Gambetta.

Is this Bordeaux food tour suitable for children or infants?

Infants and small children can join; prams or strollers are allowed and infant seats are available if needed.

Will my guide speak English?

The guide may speak both English and French during your tour.

What’s included

Your day includes guided walking through historic Bordeaux with stops for organic wine tasting, a full French lunch at a local bistrot, sweet treats like cannelé and Dunes Blanches, award-winning chocolate bonbons to finish, plus water throughout — all led by a knowledgeable local foodie who shares stories along every street corner.