Cité du Vin

La Cité du Vin is a striking, contemporary cultural center on the banks of the Garonne River in Bordeaux. Designed to celebrate the universal heritage of wine, it offers an interactive journey through time and across continents. Visitors explore themed galleries with hands-on displays, scent stations, and audiovisual installations that bring wine's story to life, from ancient vineyards to modern winemaking. The experience is sensory and educational, suitable for both connoisseurs and curious newcomers. Highlights include a simulated boat ride through wine-trading ports and a global wine-tasting session included with admission. The building itself is a landmark, with a golden, swirling facade. At the top, the Belvédère offers a 360-degree panorama of Bordeaux and a complimentary glass of wine. Temporary exhibitions and a gourmet restaurant round out the visit.

Don't miss

• The permanent exhibition's immersive, multi-sensory galleries covering wine from antiquity to today
• A complimentary wine tasting at the Belvédère with panoramic views of Bordeaux
• The 'Buffet des Voyageurs' audio-guided boat ride simulation through historic wine ports
• Temporary exhibitions and workshops on wine and gastronomy
• The on-site wine cellar boutique offering bottles from over 80 countries

Tickets & tours

Ways to visit Cité du Vin

Cheapest way inBordeaux City Highlights Walking Tour4.7★ · 108 travelers2–3 hoursFree cancellationFrom$2 per personSee dates →Most bookedSaint-Emilion Afternoon Wine Tour - 2 Wineries & delicacies4.9★ · 732 travelers~6 hoursFree cancellationFrom$128 per personSee dates →Private & flexiblePrivate Bordeaux History Tour with a glass of Bordeaux wine.5★ · 29 travelers~2 hoursFree cancellationFrom$87 per personSee dates →