The outstanding outlook of Bordeaux
Place Royale
Also known as the Place de la Bourse, this royal square is a masterful example of the 18th Century architecture for which Bordeaux is famous. Originally built for Louis XV, the symmetrical facade of these palace like buildings is particulary impressive at night when they are illuminated.
The Water Mirror
This is a modern addition to the city was built in 2006. It consists of 3450 square metres of granite slabs covered with 2cm of water, making it the largest example of a man-made reflecting pool. The Water Mirror is situated amidst the Quays of the Garonne River on the Place de la Bourse.
Grand Theater
The Grand Theater is home to the Opera National de Bordeaux and the Ballet National de Bordeaux. The 18th Century theater's neoclassical facade and interior decor is breathtakingly intricate.
St Andre Cathedral
The cathedral of Bordeaux was consecrated in 1096 by Pope Urban II but the building you see today is mostly from the 14th and 15th Century. It is home to the Macarde Collection, consisting of 42 illuminations and a variety of other artefacts.
Pont de Pierre
The Stone Bridge, as it is known in English, was commissioned by Napolean Bonaparte and completed during the 1820s. As the first bridge built across the Garonne Tiver it is a point of pride for locals. The bridge is made up of 17 spans which is believed to reflect the name of Napoleon Bonaparte.
