Bordeaux river cruise, Circuit UNESCO
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Bordeaux River Cruise - by Management
Description
The UNESCO excursion by Bordeaux River Cruise consists in a 1h15 guided boat tour on the Garonne River, taking in the city's waterfront, including the Pierre Bridge, the Chaban Delmas Bridge, the Cité du Vin and the Aquitaine Bridge.
Access & Transport
Boarding is at the Bordeaux River Cruise and starts 15minute before departure time. The address is 24 Quai des Chartrons and the Tram stop CAPC Musée d'Art Contemporain (line B) is only 100m away. Only the Sicambre boat is accessible to wheelchair users and the UNESCO cruise is operated by La Sardane boat.
Instructions & Recommendations
Note that advanced booking is strongly recommended and departure is only assured above 20 passengers. We suggest combining this activity with a visit of Place des Quinconces, of the Jardin Public or Place de la Bourse and the Water Mirror.
Environmental & Social
Boats run on fossil fuels. Neutral from a social perspective.
Conclusion
The UNESCO excursion by Bordeaux River Cruise is an enjoyable way to discover part of the city, its main bridges and the silhouette of the Cite du Vin. We think 1h is quite rushed and that Bordeaux is better discovered on foot - especially as the river doesn't meander through the city and the quays are quite wide so you won't be very close to the buildings of the Vieux Bordeaux. Notwithstanding that, it is a good option to consider if the concept appeals to you.
Key positive
Unique perspective of the city's skyline and some of its main monuments and bridges
An efficient overview of the city for those (very) short on time in Bordeaux
Key negative
The experience is highly conditional on the weather
Can be a bit crowded on the boat
Suitability
Good for all ages. The boat that operates this specific tour is not accessible to wheelchair users.
About this Rating
TYPE
Desktop
RESEARCHED IN
May 2024
PROVIDER
Koreval
av. transport time:0h 30m
est. visit time:1h 30m
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SATURDAY10:45 - 12:15
SUNDAY10:45 - 12:15
MONDAY14:30 - 16:00
TUESDAY14:30 - 16:00
WEDNESDAY14:30 - 16:00
THURSDAY14:30 - 16:00
FRIDAY14:30 - 16:00
SATURDAY14:30 - 16:00
SUNDAY14:30 - 16:00