what to do in Bordeaux
October 23, 2025
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What to do in Bordeaux? 7 tips for your city trip to Bordeaux, France

Looking for tips for a city break to Bordeaux? This former industrial city in southwestern France has undergone a major renaissance in recent years and has become a surprisingly trendy destination. Perfect for a weekend getaway! You can enjoy excellent food, fantastic shopping, and plenty of fun hotspots. A weekend in Bordeaux wouldn't be complete without a wine tasting at one of the châteaux. And did you know you'll also find oyster farms near the city?

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𝗔 𝗯𝗿𝗼𝘄𝗻 𝗰𝗮𝗳𝗲́ 𝗯𝘂𝘁 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗴𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁 𝗳𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝗶𝗻 𝗔𝗺𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗱𝗮𝗺 𝗖𝗶𝘁𝘆? @eetcafe_de_reiger is the spot to remember. Cozy, casual, and a seasonal menu. This one was on my list to share for a year and finally it's (almost) asparagus season again! 🤤 Another plus? Prices are very reasonable here! 📍 Eetcafé de Reiger Jordaan, Amsterdam City Center Save this spot for when you're craving warm Dutch traditional dishes in the heart of Amsterdam. And did you hear the same team took over Eetcafé van Beeren? I can't wait to go there too! ✖️✖️✖️ 🖊️ @anne_de_buck
A grandma's cookbook. Three Michelin stars. And a beautiful 70s villa in a quiet neighborhood in Bangkok, where you are welcomed as if you were at the chefs' home. The Sühring brothers don't cook based on trends; they cook based on memories. Of their grandmother's farm, of the flavors of their youth in Germany, and of techniques passed down through generations. @relaischateaux invited me to experience Sühring during a solo lunch, and this is truly my ultimate definition of culinary self-care. This was a surprising afternoon in Bangkok, where I ate the best German food I have ever tasted. And that in a city where I normally avoid European restaurants. Well, for @restaurant_suhring, you really want to make that exception. Signature dishes that I still think back to regularly? 🍴 Labskaus with caviar 🍴 Enleta waffle with Pfalz vinegar 🍴 Game pâté 🍴 Dry-aged Duck TIP: When you go to Sühring, reserve seats at the kitchen bar so you have a view of the chefs at work! Follow @yourlbb for more tips you can trust. ✖️✖️✖️ 🖊️ @anne_de_buck #prinvited #bangkok #michelin #relaischateaux In this reels, I take you along for fine dining in Bangkok at the three-Michelin-starred restaurant Sühring.
This is one of the best free outings in the spring! Did you know that you can gather (or pick, for the connoisseurs 😉) oysters yourself at various locations in the Netherlands? I’m in Zeeland for a bit this weekend, and if we can make it, we’ll go again. 📍In this video, I show you where you can fill your bucket. Comment *oester* for the comprehensive guide with all the details about all 8 locations + handy tips and rules. Important to know: – Max. 10 kilos per person (≈ 1 bucket) – For personal use only – Do not scoop or scrape the seabed – Go at low tide Handy things to bring: Bucket, screwdriver, boots, work gloves, tea towel, clean clothes, and garbage bags (for the oysters *and* dirty clothes). And of course: bring an oyster knife, lemon, and champagne too 🍋🥂 Because you’ll want to taste something right away, won’t you! The oyster season runs from September to about April / early May, so now that the water isn't so cold, this is the perfect outing. In the full guide, I share exactly where you can easily find them, without much effort. Comment oyster and I'll send it to you right away! Who do you want to go oyster gathering with soon? ✖️✖️✖️ 🖊️ @anne_de_buck
𝗛𝗲𝗿𝗲'𝘀 𝘄𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝘀𝗽𝗼𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗺𝗼𝘀𝘁 These are those few magical weeks each year when the city suddenly feels different. Everything is in bloom and all you want to do is be outside. Coffee to-go in hand, and just head out as soon as the sun shows up. 📍 Bloesempark – Amsterdamse Bos (the classic, yes it gets busy, but totally worth it) 📍 Rijksmuseum 📍 Fruit Garden of West 📍 Westerpark 📍 Jozef Israëlskade 📍 WG site 📍 Nelson Mandelapark 📍 Bos en Lommerplantsoen 📍Amstelpark By mid-April most of the sakura will already be gone, so if you want to catch it: this is your moment. I'll definitely be doing a few more rounds before it's over. ✖️✖️✖️ 🖊️ @anne_de_buck _______________________________________________ 🌸 Discover the best places to spot cherry blossom in Amsterdam and enjoy the sakura in full bloom. 🌸
3 x home that has the ultimate green space. Not too big, everything within walking distance, but plenty of nice hotspots!! These services (and what clothing) are in the Netherlands 𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗳𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝘃𝗼𝗿 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘁𝗼 𝗴𝗶𝗿𝗹𝘀 𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗽 𝗱𝗲𝘇𝗲 𝗹𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗲! I have massive spring fever, so it's time for a mini-escape: everything is within walking distance, there are lovely coffee shops, boutiques for shopping, and enough gems to discover in 48 hours ✨ Which city is at the top of your list for a spring getaway? Let me know in the comments & save for your next girls' trip. 🖤 ✖️✖️✖️ 🖊️ @anne_de_buck
This is your sign to plan your next weekend brunch with friends in Amsterdam 👀 @ottolenghi_amsterdam is officially open and the new go-to hotspot for flavors of the Levant. Open from breakfast to dinner and I can't wait to go back for a lazy weekend brunch with a table full of dishes and good conversations. Save this one to your Amsterdam Little Black Book 📓! 🖊️ @anne_de_buck ____________________________ Ottolenghi Amsterdam is a new all-day restaurant near Museum Square by chef and entrepreneur @ottolenghi in @mo_hotels @conservatoriumhotel.

7 things to do in Bordeaux – these are our favorite tips

1. Boat trip on the Garonne in Bordeaux

Bordeaux is situated on the Garonne River. I always love taking a boat trip on the river! Highly recommended, because you can also book a boat tour that takes you past chateaux and wine tastings along the way. Two birds with one stone!

2. Visit the farmers markets in Bordeaux

It's so wonderful how the French embrace all things locally produced. Here, the butcher on the corner thrives, not the big supermarket. There are farmers markets in various places in Bordeaux. Highly recommended for super-fresh oysters with a glass of bubbly!

3. Eating oysters at an oyster farm in Bordeaux

Did you know there are several oyster farms along the Garonne River? I personally love oysters! It's so much fun to taste them fresh from the farm. A truly unique experience during your trip to Bordeaux.

4. Wine tasting and visiting castles around Bordeaux

There are so many châteaux in the Bordeaux area where you can taste wine. During my last trip, I visited several. They were so much fun to see! At some châteaux, you can even stay overnight in the guesthouse. Very special! Powered by GetYourGuide

5. Take a cooking class at a château

If you love cooking, Bordeaux is the perfect place for you. I took a fantastic cooking class at a château. We made a typical French meal: asparagus (it was just the beginning of the season) with a creamy sauce, risotto with strips of sautéed smoked duck, and an oven-baked dessert with strawberries. Some cooking classes even begin with a visit to the farmers market to shop for ingredients together. Powered by GetYourGuide

6. Shopping in Rue de Notre Dame

Rue de Notre Dame in Bordeaux is reminiscent of Haarlemmerstraat or Utrechtsestraat. Here you'll find tons of lovely boutiques and cafes. My favorites? Phi Phi and Lilly Blake. Start at the end of the street and stroll leisurely back toward Bordeaux's city center. It's so much fun!

7. Rooftop drinks at Mama Shelter Bordeaux

What's more fun than enjoying drinks at a rooftop bar? Exactly! Perfect for a sunny day. The rooftop bar at the Mama Shelter hotel in Bordeaux is highly recommended. Read all about Mama Shelter Bordeaux here. Powered by GetYourGuide Tip: Are you looking for a nice hotel in Bordeaux? It is Mama Shelter my favorite.

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