Private Walking Tour Bordeaux: Cathedral, Theatre & Wine Glass

Gothic cathedral, a 1770 theatre, medieval gates, and the secrets a guide tells only when it's just you

A private walking tour of Bordeaux with an exclusive guide covering the cathedral, Grand Théâtre, Place de la Bourse, Porte Cailhau and lesser-known sites, available in 2 or 3 hours. A glass of Bordeaux natural wine is included after the tour (afternoon departures) or in the evening at a bar open from 17:30–23:00, closed Tuesday and Wednesday. You design the route with your guide based on what interests you most.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time at each

1. Girondins Monument15m
2. Grand Theatre15m
3. Bordeaux Cathedral20m
4. Porte Cailhau10m
5. Place de la Bourse20m

Explore Bordeaux's main sights

• Visit Girondins Monument
• See Grand Theatre
• Visit Baroque style church
• Explore Bordeaux Cathedral
• View beautiful porte
• See Porte Cailhau
• End at Place de la Bourse
• Enjoy a glass of Bordeaux wine

The experience

You walk with one guide who is yours alone, moving through Bordeaux at the pace that suits you. The route takes in the main landmarks: the Bordeaux Cathedral, the first Gothic structure built in all of Aquitaine; the Grand Théâtre, designed by Victor Louis in 1770 and one of France's most recognizable buildings; the Girondins Monument; and Porte Cailhau, the medieval entrance gate. But the real shape of the day depends on what you want to linger on. A guide who knows the city's anecdotes and hidden corners steers you toward the lesser-known places most visitors skip, and explains the history and gastronomy as you walk.

The tour runs 2 or 3 hours. You choose the length when you book. If you go in the afternoon, a glass of Bordeaux natural wine waits at the end. Evening departures finish at a wine bar open from 17:30 to 23:00 (closed Tuesday and Wednesday), so you can taste the wine later in the day. The guide is fluent in English, Spanish or French, and the whole thing is built around your interests, not a fixed script.

What’s included

• Exclusive private guide in English, Spanish or French.
• one glass of Bordeaux natural wine (included after afternoon tours or at an evening wine bar, 17:30–23:00, closed Tuesday and Wednesday).

Options for this experience

2 options

Bordeaux highlights: a two-hour experienceGuide in English, Spanish or French · 5 departure times: the first at 09:00, the last at 16:00Lasting 2 hours, this tour takes you to the city's most important and iconic sights.

Bordeaux highlights: a three-hour experienceGuide in English, Spanish or French · 5 departure times: the first at 09:00, the last at 16:00We cover the key spots in the city center and take a closer look at the monuments and squares in the St Michel district.

You pick the guide language when booking.

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

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day5 departure times: the first at 09:00, the last at 16:00

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AgesAdult (13 and older) · Child (6 to 12 years) · Infant (1 to 5 years)

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish, Spanish and French

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends at a different place from where it starts.

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.

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Good to know

Easy physical levelWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller friendlyInfant seats availablePets welcomePublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Free Walking Tours Bordeaux

Is this one for you?Choose the 3-hour tour if you want time to explore both the famous landmarks and the quieter corners a guide knows: the shorter 2-hour version covers the highlights but moves faster. Either way, having a guide to yourself means you stop when something catches your attention and skip what doesn't, which is how a private tour differs from a group one.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English, Spanish and French.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (6 to 12 years); Infant (1 to 5 years).

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.

Can I choose which sights to see on the private Bordeaux walking tour?

Yes. You design the itinerary with your guide based on what interests you: the main sights like the cathedral and Grand Théâtre are usually included, but you can also ask to focus on hidden places, the city's gastronomy, or whatever draws you.

What is the Bordeaux Cathedral like?

Bordeaux Cathedral is the first Gothic-style cathedral built in the entire Aquitaine region. It stands as one of the city's most significant religious structures and a key stop on the walking tour.

When do I get the glass of wine included in the tour?

If your tour takes place in the afternoon, you receive the glass of Bordeaux natural wine right after the walk ends. For evening departures, you taste it at a wine bar that opens at 17:30. The bar is closed on Tuesday and Wednesday.

Is the walking tour accessible if I use a wheelchair or have mobility concerns?

Yes. All areas and surfaces on the tour route are wheelchair accessible, and the tour is suitable for all physical fitness levels. Public transportation options are also available nearby if needed.

How long does the private Bordeaux walking tour take?

You can choose either 2 hours or 3 hours when you book. Both options cover the main sights and hidden corners of the city with your private guide.