If you are a wine enthusiast, the name Bordeaux will automatically remind you of the lavish, exquisite châteaux and smaller wineries. This city has it all. From art and architecture to gastronomy and wine. Every single part of Bordeaux holds an interesting thing to see. The city, which now a UNESCO Heritage Site is, the perfect place to take a look behind winemaking and at the same time view unforgettable sights and tastes.

Airports available in Bordeaux

Bordeaux International Airport (BOD)

Bordeaux International Airport (BOD) or also known as Bordeaux-Merignac Airport is the international airport serving Bordeaux, France. This airport is located in the commune of Mérignac, 12 km away from Bordeaux city center and also serves as the hub for Air France and Volotea. This airport consists of 3 passenger terminals for international, domestic and also low-cost flights. The Bordeaux airport has a wide number of services and facilities at its passenger Terminal such as duty-free shops, ATMs and Currency exchange, WiFi and many more. This airport is connected to the city via bus and also shuttle service to the train station.

How to get cheap flights to Bordeaux

It is easy to find cheap flights to Bordeaux with the help of Traveloka. Traveloka is a search engine that will help you compare prices of flights between airlines and provides you with the best option. To find the best deal, search for the destination in the Traveloka website or the Traveloka mobile app, and it will show you the available options. You can also use the price alert feature to notify you of future price changes.

When is the best time to fly to Bordeaux?

Average temperatures in Bordeaux vary greatly. The temperature is cold for about half of the year with a chance of rain or snow throughout most of the year, depending on the humidity. The warmest time for you to visit Bordeaux, the hottest months are July, August, and then June. During late June the temperature may rise to 28.1°C rarely dropping below 15.1°C at night. If you are looking to visit Bordeaux during the dry season, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Bordeaux are July, September, and then August. In contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in mid-January. In general, you may want to avoid visiting Bordeaux during the busiest month, which is July, followed by May and June. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months. You may save more if you compare prices using Traveloka. In the contrary, the best time to visit if you want to skip the crowd is in December.

What are the top things to do in Bordeaux

La Cite Du Vine – This modern cultural center is the hub of everything wine and futuristic projects. In a simpler word, La Cite Du Vine is a high-tech museum teaching you about the history of wine, and where and how it’s made around the world. The architecture of this 3,000-square-metre building, with its 55-metre tower, is dazzling, and the tour ends with a visit to the bar where you can pair a glass of wine with equally delicious vistas of Bordeaux and the Garonne.

Place de la Bourse – When Bordeaux evolves into the modern town it is now, this majestic square on the left bank of the Garonne that was built in the 1720s remains there. Louis XV’s favorite architect, Jacques Gabriel, designed it and it quickly became a symbol for the city. At this square, you can get a closer look at the macarons (sculpted faces) beneath the arches of the buildings. This place is perfect for taking photos, and in the summer, little ones go crazy for the water.

La Grosse Cloche - During the 15th century, La Grosse Cloche was the old belfry for Bordeaux' town hall. Now it is some of the remaining fragments from the city's medieval period and is built on the remnants of the 13th-century Porte Saint-Éloy, a former gate in the old ramparts. You can get a good look at the bell from the below that dates to 1775 and weighs a hefty 7,750 tons. Grosse Cloche is not as busy as other tourist places except for the big public celebrations like Bastille Day.