
Bordeaux Self Guided Tour of Wine, Wealth and Slave Ships
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Bordeaux Self Guided Tour of Wine, Wealth and Slave Ships is a 2-hour experience in Bordeaux, France, from $9 per person. It scores 59 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 59 / 100
- Rating
- Not yet rated
- Duration
- 2 hours
- From
- $9 per person
Bordeaux does not want to tell you how it got so rich. Look at the golden facade of Place de la Bourse and see carved faces of African women, quiet witnesses to a fortune built partly on the slave trade. Follow the Garon
What you get
- 1-year access to audio on iOS & Android. Listen to the tour anytime, as many times as you like
- Audio and written guide included
- 100% Satisfaction Guarantee: If you don’t love the tour, write to us for a full refund
- Offline access to the tour (no internet connection needed) once tour is downloaded
- Images to identify stops and in app interactive map for navigation
About this experience
Bordeaux does not want to tell you how it got so rich. Look at the golden facade of Place de la Bourse and see carved faces of African women, quiet witnesses to a fortune built partly on the slave trade. Follow the Garonne's moon-shaped curve past a bell tower that stands apart from its cathedral on purpose, meet a 13-year-old bride who became the most powerful woman in Europe, hear about a shepherd boy calmly told a judge he preferred the taste of little girls because it was tender, and learn about a bronze monument that a WWII foundry worker quietly refused to melt down. Skip fixed schedules and crowds. Walk this self-guided tour of Bordeaux at your own pace, pause when a canele shop catches your eye, resume right where you left off. A good fit for curious walkers who want Bordeaux audio tour storytelling at their own pace. Download the app, press play, let Bordeaux's stones tell the truth. Over 25,000 travelers have used our self-guided tours, backed by a full refund guarantee.
What's included
Included
- 1-year access to audio on iOS & Android. Listen to the tour anytime, as many times as you like
- Audio and written guide included
- 100% Satisfaction Guarantee: If you don’t love the tour, write to us for a full refund
- Offline access to the tour (no internet connection needed) once tour is downloaded
- Images to identify stops and in app interactive map for navigation
Not included
- Any physical devices or headphones
- Human tour guide at location
What you'll see and do
Place de la Bourse
Look up at a golden facade hiding a secret nobody points out on postcards
12 minutes here
Decode why every Bordeaux wine label hides its grape behind a place name instead
8 minutes here
Trace a dragon legend that ends with six hostages and a broken promise
8 minutes here
Porte Dijeaux
Search for a hidden community whose name may still be carved into this gate
7 minutes here
Encounter a memorial shaped like a tree that names what this city built its wealth on
10 minutes here
Tour Pey-Berland
Spot why this bell tower stands apart from its own cathedral on purpose
Pass by without stopping
Grosse Cloche
Hear how a king silenced an entire city by taking away its bell
10 minutes here
Porte de Bourgogne
Count the missing piece from a painter's grave that's never been found
6 minutes here
Porte Cailhau
Look up at a king whose military triumph ended in the strangest possible way at home
7 minutes here
Grand Theatre
Look up at twelve rooftop statues above a theatre that once governed all of France.
Pass by without stopping
Monument aux Girondins
Trace the story of bronze fountains that a foundry worker quietly refused to melt down.
12 minutes here
Decode a theatrical façade the Church designed to win back souls it was losing.
10 minutes here
Cathedrale Saint-Andre Bordeaux
See where a thirteen-year-old bride married weeks before becoming Queen of France.
Pass by without stopping
Tour Pey-Berland
Puzzle over a bell tower that stands strangely apart from the cathedral it belongs to.
Pass by without stopping
Musee d'Aquitaine
Piece together the mystery of a tomb that may or may not hold France's greatest mind.
Pass by without stopping
The Frog and Rosbif
Pause at a pub that claims a darker past, tied to the region's most feared witch-hunter.
8 minutes here
Pont de Pierre
Cross the city's first bridge, where a stray cat once outwitted the devil himself.
8 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Bordeaux
This is a self-guided audio tour on the "Tourific self-guided tours" app. To activate the tour, check your email for instructions from Tourific or your booking platform sent right after booking. Can't find it? Search for "Tourific" in your email inbox and spam folder OR contact us via support.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- de, ru, pt, en, it, pl, fr, nl, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Tourific
Know before you go
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Good to know
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 14+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Who runs this experience
Operated by Tourific, who run 78 experiences we rank across 70 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 60.1.
See everything Tourific runsWhy this scores 59
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Bordeaux Self Guided Tour of Wine, Wealth and Slave Ships: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Bordeaux.
How much does Bordeaux Self Guided Tour of Wine, Wealth and Slave Ships cost?
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Prices start at $9 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Bordeaux usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Bordeaux Self Guided Tour of Wine, Wealth and Slave Ships take?
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Plan for about 2 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Bordeaux is not rushed.
Is Bordeaux Self Guided Tour of Wine, Wealth and Slave Ships worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 59 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (0/5 across 0 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Bordeaux, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Bordeaux Self Guided Tour of Wine, Wealth and Slave Ships?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Bordeaux Self Guided Tour of Wine, Wealth and Slave Ships suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 14. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 2-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book Bordeaux Self Guided Tour of Wine, Wealth and Slave Ships?
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Around 0 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Bordeaux can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Bordeaux and add a light layer if any part of the 2-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Bordeaux Self Guided Tour of Wine, Wealth and Slave Ships start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Bordeaux within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Bordeaux?
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On Outty we rank every Bordeaux experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Saint-Emilion Electric Bike Day Tour with Wine Tastings & Lunch, Saint-Émilion Afternoon Tour - 2 Grand crus & French apéritif, "Bordeaux by bicycle: a 3-hour tour immersive experience". The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Bordeaux?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Bordeaux?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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