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Bordeaux: Age of Enlightenment & Revolution Private Tour
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Gironde
Important Information
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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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 Thé...
Highlights
2 hours
Offered in English & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 hours
Offered in English & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Live-tour guide
Gratuities
Meeting Points
Departure
Place de la Bourse
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
Return
Monument aux Girondins
Itinerary
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Place de la Bourse
Learn about the architect Ange-Jacques Gabriel (1698-1782) who created the square and modernized the city
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Grand Theatre
Discover the Opera of Bordeaux, built by Victor Louis (1731-1800) in 1780 and considered as a masterpiece of its time
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Cours de l'Intendance
Learn about the most famous traders of the 18th century in Bordeaux and discover their houses
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Allees de Tourny
Learn about Louis-Urbain Aubert de Tourny who designed the new Bordeaux of the 18th century, influenced by the Enlightenment era ideas
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Hôtel de ville de Bordeaux
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)
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Monument aux Girondins
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
Bordeaux: Age of Enlightenment & Revolution Private Tour
(1) Reviews
Gironde
About
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 Thé...
Highlights
2 hours
Offered in English & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 hours
Offered in English & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Live-tour guide
Gratuities
Meeting Points
Departure
Place de la Bourse
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
