Bordeaux travel guide

Bordeaux, at the heart of one of France's most famous wine regions, is an epicurean destination par excellence, and an ideal choice for a romantic short break.

After undergoing major restoration over the past decade, Bordeaux's 18th-century centre has been restored to its former glory and the city has become a UNESCO World Heritage site, with landscaped quaysides, beautiful parks and colonial-era warehouses now housing trendy bars and restaurants.

Bordeaux's spirit, as ever, is that of a city that knows about joie de vivre and pleasures: strolling along the Garonne or in the pedestrian streets, sitting on a café terrace and enjoying the mild year-round climate, admiring magnificent architecture and art collections, and sampling some of the finest wines together with the excellent local cuisine.