14 best bordeaux travel guides

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Put Bordeaux in your pocket!

An intoxicating cocktail of 18th-century savoir-faire, futuristic architecture and urban street life, France’s sixth largest city is among Europe’s most exciting and gutsy players. Bordeaux’s elegant old town cradles the world’s largest urban Unesco World Heritage Site; its riverside buzzes; and green, sun-drenched vineyards hem in a weekend destination that sits right at the heart of French wine culture.

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Welcome to Dordogne, Bordeaux and the Southwest Coast

Explore Dordogne, Bordeaux and the Southwest Coast’s beautiful beaches, fairy tale castles, delightful medieval villages, atmospheric cities, and so much more with the help of your DK Eyewitness guide. Whether you’re here for a quick visit or a grand tour, we’ll help you navigate the very best the region has to offer.

In-depth area-by-area guides

Our in-depth area guides make traveling across Dordogne, Bordeaux and the Southwest Coast easy, whether you want to go wine tasting in Gironde, visit the dramatic cliffside town of Rocamadour, hike through the Ossau Valley, discover prehistoric paintings in Lascaux’s caves, cruise along the picturesque Dordogne river, or wander through alluring towns in Lot-et-Garonne—we’ve got you covered. And our selection of itineraries suggest several realistic ways to make the most of your time—whether you’re staying for two weeks or just a few days.

Be inspired

With so much to see, we’ve created expert-led special features designed to help you to travel across Dordogne, Bordeaux and the Southwest Coast your way. Across detailed double-page spreads, we take a look at how to get off the beaten track, go surfing in the Atlantic, indulge in fine wine and cheese, marvel at historic cathedrals, discover cliff-top castles, wander through verdant forests, and celebrate Basque culture.

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HELPFUL PLANNING ADVICE

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GORGEOUS COLOR PHOTOS

Beautiful photos packed throughout will fuel your wanderlust.

ITINERARIES AND MAPS

Itineraries, maps, travel tips, and neighborhood guides will acquaint you with France and help you maximize your time.

IN-DEPTH FEATURES AND EXPLANATIONS

Learn about history, culture, and more with in-depth spotlight features

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Bienvenue en France

The cuisine, the châteaus, the markets, the mountains, the art, the beaches, the wine, the je ne sais quoi—there are so many reasons to love France all year round. With your newly-updated DK Eyewitness guide, we’ll help you to navigate the very best the country has to offer, whether you’re here for a quick visit or a grand tour.

Experience France’s cities and regions

Our in-depth area guides make traveling across France easy, whether you want to wander the historic heart of Paris; sample the bubbles of Champagne; taste Lyon’s best restaurants; explore the Loire Valley’s glorious châteaus; check out the slopes in the French Alps; or experience the glamorous resorts of the Côte d'Azur—we’ve got you covered.

Be inspired

With so much to see, we’ve created expert-led features designed to help you to travel across France your way. Across detailed double-page spreads, we look at how to enjoy France’s incredible foodie culture; take in the country’s long and colorful history; see and create wonderful works of art; hike off the beaten path; and, of course, sample some of the best French drinks.