When you think of Bordeaux, there is only one thing that you will think of. Incredible wine. The port city of Bordeaux is one of the most famous wine regions in the world. Yet the world famous restaurants and cathedrals provides ample variety to any visitor. With a car hire, you will be able to do a complete itinerary, without the added stress of having to figure out the inadequate public transit system in Bordeaux.The opportunities to drive up to the vineyards adds an additional reason to explore the city with your hired car.
Food and Wine, the Perfect Pairing
Though wine country is just outside the gates of the city, the wine is meaningless without the finest of foods to go with it. Bordeaux has long been one of the culinary centers of France, second only to Paris. If you have any interest in learning about the finest of French cuisine, an exploration of the cafes and restaurants of center of Bordeaux is highly recommended. By renting a car, you will be able to go from restaurant to restaurant, without having to worry about public transit.
Between the Vines, The Buildings Stand Tall
If you find time between eating and drinking, there is still plenty to do in the city. The first place to start would be the Place des Quinconces, the largest city square in Europe. This site is perfect for long walks and observing the people of Bordeaux. From here, you can easily get to any major location in the city as well as the fabulous restaurants and cafes that dot the cityscape.
If you have an interest in churches and cathedrals, you can find the city full of exquisite Romanesque and Gothic buildings. Of particular note is Saint-Andre Cathedral, originally consecrated by Pope Urban II. Like many old French cities, there are countless places of worship that are as beautiful as they are holy. Be sure to visit as many as you can, as they are a sight to behold.
By renting a car from the center of Bordeaux, all these opportunities are open to you. The ease of traveling between restaurants and cathedrals from your car hire makes for an ideal travel experience. The inconsistent public transit in Bordeaux itself requires a car hire or risk walking throughout the city. In addition to this limitation, a car hire allows you to go to the vineyards themselves, making your trip well rounded and highly fortuitous.
