How much does it cost to travel to Bordeaux?
You should plan to spend around $129 (€118) per day on your vacation in Bordeaux. This is the average daily price based on the expenses of other visitors.
Past travelers have spent, on average for one day:
- $49 (€45) on meals
- $17 (€15) on local transportation
- $137 (€126) on hotels
A one week trip to Bordeaux for two people costs, on average, $1,803 (€1,656). This includes accommodation, food, local transportation, and sightseeing.
All of these average travel prices have been collected from other travelers to help you plan your own travel budget.
Independent Travel
Traveling Independently to Bordeaux has many benefits including affordabilty, freedom, flexibility, and the opportunity to control your own experiences.
All of the travel costs below are based on the experiences of other independent travelers.
Is Bordeaux expensive to visit?
Prices in Bordeaux are reasonable and comparable to your average travel destination. Hotels, food, and sightseeing are generally within normal price ranges.
Within Europe, which is known to be an expensive region, Bordeaux is a moderately priced destination compared to other places. The overall cost of travel here is fair for the region and comparable to Connemara or Ghent.
For more details, and to find out if it's within your travel budget, see Is Bordeaux Expensive?
How much money do I need for a trip to Bordeaux?
The average Bordeaux trip cost is broken down by category here for independent travelers. All of these Bordeaux travel prices are calculated from the budgets of real travelers.
Category
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Cost
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Accommodation 1
(Double Occupancy)
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€126
($137)
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Local Transportation 1
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€15
($17)
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Food 2
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€45
($49)
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Entertainment 1
|
€7.89
($9)
|
Alcohol 2
|
€13 -
39
($14 - 42)
|
Accommodation Budget in Bordeaux
Calculated from travelers like you
The average price paid for one person for accommodation in Bordeaux is $69 (€63). For two people sharing a typical double-occupancy hotel room, the average price paid for a hotel room in Bordeaux is $137 (€126). This cost is from the reported spending of actual travelers.
Looking for a hotel in Bordeaux? Prices vary by location, date, season, and the level of luxury. See below for options.
Transportation Budget in Bordeaux
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The cost of a taxi ride in Bordeaux is significantly more than public transportation. On average, past travelers have spent $17 (€15) per person, per day, on local transportation in Bordeaux.
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Transportation1
Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
$17
€15
How much does it cost to go to Bordeaux? Naturally, it depends on the dates. We recommend Kayak because they can find the best deals across all airlines.
The price of renting a car in Bordeaux will depends on dates, the type of car, the location, and your age. We recommend Kayak because they can find the best deals across all car rental companies.
Food Budget in Bordeaux
Calculated from travelers like you
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While meal prices in Bordeaux can vary, the average cost of food in Bordeaux is $49 (€45) per day. Based on the spending habits of previous travelers, when dining out an average meal in Bordeaux should cost around $20 (€18) per person. Breakfast prices are usually a little cheaper than lunch or dinner. The price of food in sit-down restaurants in Bordeaux is often higher than fast food prices or street food prices.
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Food2
Meals for one day
$49
€45
Entertainment Budget in Bordeaux
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Entertainment and activities in Bordeaux typically cost an average of $8.59 (€7.89) per person, per day based on the spending of previous travelers. This includes fees paid for admission tickets to museums and attractions, day tours, and other sightseeing expenses.
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Entertainment1
Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
$8.59
€7.89
Alcohol Budget in Bordeaux
Calculated from travelers like you
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The average person spends about $28 (€26) on alcoholic beverages in Bordeaux per day. The more you spend on alcohol, the more fun you might be having despite your higher budget.
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Alcohol2
Drinks for one day
$28
€26
Bordeaux On a Budget
Bordeaux
Bordeaux is the place to go for fine wines. It's a very mellow, cultural city where you can enjoy the relaxed atmosphere of a quaint cafe or restaurant without being rushed. The city is the capital of Gironde, and the entire metropolitan area has over one million residents. The city also has a rather large and vibrant university and the population is known to be very tolerant and liberal. There is a very strong artistic vibe in the city and, due to it's history of English rule, there is an English flair to the area. The large student population means that there is no shortage of opportunities to see shows, hear music, or visit a museum.
The city is located on the banks of the Garonne. The climate is oceanic, but the summers are warmer and the winters are milder than you might expect. There are frequent frosts during the winter months but it almost never snows. It rains predominantly during the summer months and the temperatures average a pleasant 22 degrees Celsius.
Sights
Bordeaux is famous for it's architecture and sights. Les Quais is a great area to walk along the river. Many of the historical monuments are found in
La Victoire, and the Pedestrian Center is where you'll find great shopping. Other interesting squares include Gambetta Square and Quinconces Square. The Jacques-Chaban-Delmas lift bridge is impressive as well.
Neighborhoods
Bordeaux is a large city, but most of the tourist attractions are concentrated in the downtown area. Several notable neighborhoods include Chartrons, the city center, Saint Jean, and La Victoire. Chartrons sits on the banks of the river and used to be at the center of the wine trade. Today it is a quiet residential area that is home to the antique shop village and the Chartrons Museum. The city center is right in the middle of the city. The Saint Pierre Quarter is the historic center of the town and it has quaint streets and many excellent restaurants. You'll also find impressive architecture and a beautiful fountain. Saint Jean is where you'll find the city's train station as well as many hotels, restaurants and sex shops. La Victoire is the most vibrant and colorful part of town. There's a young vibe and this is the place to go if you want to interact with the students in the area.
Activities
The most popular activity in Bordeaux is to take a tour of the vineyards and taste the local wines. Or how about a
Bordeaux wine workshop? This is the second largest wine growing region in the world, so anything you do here should obviously involve wine, right? There are also summer wine festivals that are worth experiencing if you're in town.
Other activities include walking along the Sainte-Catherine Street in the Pedestrian Center, climbing the tower of Saint-Michel, visiting Jardin Botanique, or visiting the Musee du Vin et du Negoce.
Food and Dining
Dining in Bordeaux is an experience in and of itself. There are no shortage of restaurants, many of them French, but there is also a decent representation of Asian, Middle Eastern, or African options. If you're looking for great French food there are restaurant options that offer samplings from all over the country. It truly is a delight for food lovers, and it is worth the splurge to get a taste of the region's best specialties.
Make sure you head down Rue de Saint Remi, which is officially the street of restaurants of Bordeaux. You can easily reach this area by tram and it is near many of the main tourist attractions, so it's a convenient stopping point to enjoy a meal.
Transportation
As a larger city, Bordeaux has a decent public transportation system. As a tourist, however, you can spend most of your time walking as most of the sights are concentrated in the compact downtown area. There is even a substantial area that is pedestrian only. Driving is not recommended as traffic is quite bad and parking can be incredibly expensive.
If you do decide to take public transportation, your options include buses, trams and a ferry. Buses are efficient and cheap, and are likely to access most destinations you may want to visit around town that you cannot walk to. The ferry, called Le Bus du Fleuve, connects the western and eastern parts of the city. It can be accessed with a standard bus ticket and travels between the southern part of Quai Richelieu and the Place Aristide Briand. The tramway is relatively new and crosses the Garonne via the Pont de Pierre.
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