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Museum · Bordéus, Nova Aquitânia
La Cité du Vin
Cultural centre dedicated to wine worldwide, on the banks of the Garonne, with an interactive permanent exhibition, tasting workshops and a belvedere on the 8th floor.
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About La Cité du Vin
La Cité du Vin is a cultural centre dedicated to wine, opened in 2016 in the Bacalan district, on the banks of the Garonne. The curved building, which evokes the movement of wine in a glass, has become one of the landmarks of northern Bordéus.
The permanent exhibition presents wine as culture: the vineyards of the world, the life of the vine through the year, winemaking, the six families of wine, the history of the civilizations linked to the drink and the saga of Bordéus vineyards. The visit is multisensory, with aromas, screens and audio in several languages.
On the 8th floor, 35 metres high, is the belvedere, with 360-degree views over the city, the river and the Port de la Lune. Admission to the exhibition usually includes a glass of wine from various countries or a non-alcoholic drink. There are also tasting workshops, the sensory route Via Sensoria, a restaurant on the 7th floor and a shop with wines from around the world.
The visit is of interest even to non-drinkers: the focus is history, geography and culture. Those who taste wines should do so in moderation.
Before you go
Practical information
Cidade Turismo reviews its information regularly, but something may have changed. Check with the place before planning your trip.
How much time to set aside
About 2 to 3 hours for the permanent exhibition and the belvedere.
Best time
Right at opening, to go through the exhibition calmly, or in the late afternoon, to see the city from the belvedere in low light. Weekends and French school holidays tend to be busier.
How to get there
Tram B to La Cité du Vin station from the centre (Quinconces) in about 15 minutes. There are also regular boats on the Garonne with a nearby stop. On foot, it’s about a 40-minute walk from Place de la Bourse.
Tip
Buy a timed ticket online during busy periods. Combine it with the Bassins des Lumières or the Musée Mer Marine in the same neighbourhood.
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Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about La Cité du Vin
Does the Cité du Vin offer tours in other languages?
The permanent exhibition has an audio guide in several languages. Check at the ticket office which ones are available and the language used in the tasting workshops.
Do you need to drink to enjoy the visit?
No. The exhibition covers the history, geography and culture of wine. At the belvedere, the glass included with the ticket can be exchanged for a non‑alcoholic drink.
How much time should you allow?
At least two hours for the permanent exhibition and the belvedere. If you plan to take a tasting workshop, add about an extra hour.
Can children visit?
Yes. The exhibition is interactive and there are routes designed for families. Wine tasting is for adults only, and juices are available for children.