Is Bordeaux a walkable city?


Is Bordeaux a walkable city? Don't worry, no visit to Bordeaux is complete without wine, so there are plenty of opportunities to taste some of the best the region has to offer. Bordeaux is a very walkable city and the majority of the city's best sights are based in and around the city centre.


Is Bordeaux easy to get around?

Getting around Bordeaux is easy. Trains, buses and taxis are plentiful.


Where to avoid in Bordeaux?

Which Areas in Bordeaux Should Be Avoided?
  • Gare St. Jean, Bordeaux train station.
  • Between Gare St. Jean and Saint Michel.
  • The area around Marche des Capucins.
  • Le quartier des Aubiers.
  • Le quartier Chantecrit.
  • Grand Parc.
  • Bastide close to the Pont Chaban Delmas.


Can you get around Bordeaux without a car?

Located in the heart of the Bordeaux wine region, the city of Bordeaux is the perfect base for anyone looking to explore the surrounding vineyards without a car. Reach Saint-Émilion by train, the urban vineyards by tram, and other parts of the wine region on one of the many scheduled bus routes.