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1. Basilique Saint-Michel (Basilica of St. Michael) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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2. Cathedrale St-Andre ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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3. Cap Sciences

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4. CAPC Museum of Contemporary Art of Bordeaux

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5. Cite du Vin

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6. Musee d'Aquitaine

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7. Musee National des Douanes (National Customs Museum)

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8. Museum of Decorative Arts of Bordeaux

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9. Musee des Beaux-Arts (Museum of Fine Arts)

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10. Parc Bordelais

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11. Pey Berland Tower

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12. Place de la Bourse

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13. Place de la Comedie

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14. Place des Quinconces

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15. Place du Marche Chartrons

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16. Pont de Pierre

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17. Pont Jacques Chaban-Delmas

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18. Puerta de Cailhau (Cailhau Gate Bordeaux)

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19. The Grosse Cloche

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20. Jardin Botanique de Bordeaux

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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

  • Synonymous with world-class viticulture, the beautiful French city of Bordeaux offers so much more than just being the home of some of the world’s best red wines.
  • Situated on the banks of the Garonne River in southwestern France, the port city is a hub of the famed wine-growing region and is surrounded by pristine vineyards and magnificent châteaux.
  • The cultural and historical significance of the UNESCO-listed city is highlighted in beautiful buildings such as the Gothic Cathédrale Saint-André, a myriad of 18th and 19th-century mansions, and museums like the Musée des Beaux-Arts de Bordeaux.
  • Other notable attractions in and around the city include the grand Place de la Bourse overlooking the Miroir d’Eau reflecting pool, the breathtaking Three Graces fountain, and the many public gardens lining the river and offering tranquil places to relax.

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