Bordeaux
About 2 hr 5 min by train from Paris
A grand 18th-century riverside city, with Saint-Émilion's vineyards a short ride away.
Why locals go
Wine country and a beautiful city by TGV.
Visiting Paris?
At 2 hr 5 min by train, it's easy to add a night or two here and still be back in Paris for your flight home.
What to book
- Saint-Émilion vineyard tour
- La Cité du Vin wine museum
- Walk the Garonne riverfront
Where to stay
One or two nights is enough for most people. Compare places to stay:
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For two
- Château tasting in Saint-Émilion
- Sunset at the Miroir d'Eau reflecting pool
With friends
- Wine tour with a driver
- Bars in the Saint-Pierre quarter
When to go
Year-round, harvest in September.