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Bordeaux: Age of Enlightenment & Revolution Private Tour

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Bordeaux: Age of Enlightenment & Revolution Private Tour

About this activity

Step into the 18th century and discover the period that transformed Bordeaux into one of Europe’s most elegant and influential cities. This 2h walking tour explores the architecture, ideas, commerce, and political upheavals that shaped Bordeaux during the Age of Enlightenment. Journey through iconic sites, including the majestic Place de la Bourse and the Grand Théâtre, while learning about Bordeaux's rich commerce and urban development. Through architecture, politics, and philosophy, this experience reveals the city at the height of its influence and creativity.

  • Discover Bordeaux’s Age of Enlightenment landmarks
  • Learn how trade transformed Bordeaux into a major city
  • See the Grand Théâtre, a temple of 18th-century arts
  • Walk in Montesquieu’s footsteps where he penned the Persian Letters
  • Reflect at the Monument to the Girondins, tragic heroes of 1793
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At a glance

Duration
2 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Your group only
People per booking
1–15
Guide
English, French, Spanish
Operated by
Cognosimo

Ages: Infants (0–6 years) · Children (7–12 years) · Adults (13–120 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Live-tour guide

Not included

  • Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

  1. Place de la Bourse

    Passing by

    Learn about the architect Ange-Jacques Gabriel (1698-1782) who created the square and modernized the city

  2. Grand Theatre

    Passing by

    Discover the Opera of Bordeaux, built by Victor Louis (1731-1800) in 1780 and considered as a masterpiece of its time

  3. Stop 3

    Passing by

    Learn about the most famous traders of the 18th century in Bordeaux and discover their houses

  4. Allees de Tourny

    Passing by

    Learn about Louis-Urbain Aubert de Tourny who designed the new Bordeaux of the 18th century, influenced by the Enlightenment era ideas

  5. Stop 5

    Passing by

    Learn about Montesquieu and Rohan, and their influence on Bordeaux, their city of residence during the 18th century. See their places of living as well as the Palace Rohan (from outside)

  6. Monument aux Girondins

    Passing by

    See this square, the biggest in Europe and its famous monuments, such the one that pays hommage to the Girondins, a political party of the French Revolution

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • Your guide will be waiting for you in front of the Fountain of the Three Graces, the guide will have an ID with his name

End point

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Good to know

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

  • Service animals allowed

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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