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Overview

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 Théâtre, a temple of 18th-century arts - Walk in Montesquieu’s footsteps where he penned the Persian Letters - Reflect at the Monument to the Girondins, tragic heroes of 1793

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

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

Language Offered

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Itinerary

1. Place de la Bourse

Learn about the architect Ange-Jacques Gabriel (1698-1782) who created the square and modernized the city

2. Grand Theatre

Discover the Opera of Bordeaux, built by Victor Louis (1731-1800) in 1780 and considered as a masterpiece of its time

3. Cours de l'Intendance

Learn about the most famous traders of the 18th century in Bordeaux and discover their houses

4. 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

5. Hôtel de ville

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)

6. 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