The heart of French wine country serves up two standout dinner experiences worth every euro. For food lovers, a compact 3.5-hour evening food tour hits all the right spots, featuring six authentic Bordelais dishes paired with three regional wines. Our favorite option combines walking and eating – you’ll learn the stories behind local specialties while exploring atmospheric neighborhoods. For a more romantic evening, the 2-hour Seine dinner cruise can’t be beat. You’ll glide past illuminated UNESCO landmarks while enjoying a 3-course French meal. Both tours consistently earn rave reviews from our readers. Check out these top-rated dinner experiences to taste the best of Bordeaux.
Key Points
- The Bordeaux Dinner Food Tour offers a 3.5-hour immersive culinary exploration, featuring 6 local specialties and 3 regional wine tastings.
- The tour combines food and history, providing insights into Bordeaux’s cultural heritage and iconic monuments.
- The Bordeaux: 2-Hour River Dinner Cruise offers a gourmet 3-course meal with scenic views of the UNESCO World Heritage waterfront.
- High demand and positive reviews indicate the popularity and quality of these dinner experiences in Bordeaux.
- Flexible cancellation policies, convenient payment options, and accessible experiences enhance the accessibility and convenience for travelers.
Bordeaux: Dinner Food Tour
The Bordeaux Dinner Food Tour offers an immersive culinary experience that allows participants to explore the vibrant flavors and rich history of the city.
Priced from $104.62 per person, this 3.5-hour tour invites small groups of up to 10 people to indulge in a delightful journey through local specialties and renowned Bordeaux wines.
Highlights include 6 food tastings, such as foie gras, local fish, rillettes, cheese, charcuterie, and the iconic canelé pastry, as well as a wine tasting session featuring 3 regional wines.
Along the way, the knowledgeable guide leads participants on a guided tour of Bordeaux’s monuments, including the Cathedral and the iconic Place de la Bourse.
With a flexible cancellation policy and a convenient reserve-now-pay-later option, the Bordeaux Dinner Food Tour is a must-try experience for anyone seeking to enjoy the gastronomic and cultural richness of this exceptional French city.
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Bordeaux: 2-Hour River Dinner Cruise
A romantic evening on a restaurant boat awaits travelers exploring Bordeaux’s UNESCO World Heritage waterfront.
The Bordeaux: 2-Hour River Dinner Cruise offers a 3-course gourmet meal and optional wine tasting as you drift along the city’s picturesque riverside. Priced at $72.92 per person, this experience is likely to sell out, so it’s best to reserve your spot now and pay later.
The 2-hour cruise showcases Bordeaux’s floodlit monuments and the Port of Bassens, providing scenic views throughout the journey. Guests can choose from a variety of starters, main courses, and desserts, creating a delightful dining experience.
The tour is wheelchair accessible, though pets and outside drinks aren’t permitted.
With an overall rating of 4.4/5 based on 223 reviews, the Bordeaux: 2-Hour River Dinner Cruise is a popular choice for those seeking a romantic and memorable evening in this historic French city.
Travelers can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund, making it a risk-free addition to any Bordeaux itinerary.
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The Sum Up
Bordeaux offers a range of captivating dinner experiences. The Bordeaux Food Tour provides an insider’s look at the city’s culinary scene, while the River Dinner Cruise offers a scenic and relaxing dining adventure. Both options promise memorable meals and unforgettable experiences, making them excellent choices for visitors seeking the best dinner experiences in Bordeaux.
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