The Cité du Vin, a world of cultures

An immersive experience that makes you want to explore it all

National Geographic ranks the venue 7th among the world's best museums! The Cité du Vin is a first-of-its-kind cultural facility dedicated to wine as a living, universal cultural heritage. It offers a spectacular trip around the world, through the ages, in all cultures. The only one of its kind, the Cité du Vin invites you to travel through the world of vines and wine, from Antiquity to the present day and on all five continents. Through 6 universes divided into 18 modules, its Permanent Exhibition illustrates how wine, a universal heritage, has inspired people and shaped both their lives and their territories for millennia.

Spread over 3000 m², its interactive, individual and collective, educational, immersive, dreamlike, multisensory experiences are accessible to the greatest number and open to all: people with disabilities, families, international tourists (trilingual signage and tour companion available in 8 languages).

The Cité du Vin's Permanent Exhibition is also included in the Bordeaux City Pass !

A place to visit and observe

Architecture is a journey in itself :

• The roundness of the exterior form is felt in the volumes and spaces
• It offers a sensation of movement and uninterrupted flow
• The 55-meter-high spire imposes La Cité du Vin on the Bordeaux skyline
• The wooden vault of the torus is reminiscent of a ship's frame
• The building's environmental impact is controlled
   

The belvedere : the view that transforms the visit into a "wow"

At the end of the tour, the belvedere acts as a high point. Climb up, breathe, watch the city open up, it's the perfect break after immersion. The tasting offered up there takes on its full meaning: it's not "just a glass", it's a panoramic conclusion, a moment of suspended travel. And if you like photography, it's also one of the most rewarding spots, whatever the season.

How to really enjoy La Cité du Vin

Many visitors make the mistake of "checking the box" too quickly. For a truly successful experience, think of La Cité du Vin as a place to live:

• A rich and varied cultural program :the Thomas Jefferson auditorium and reception areas host meetings, concerts and screenings
• 3 spaces are dedicated to tasting workshops
• The reading room, accessible free of charge, offers a very wide selection of books around the world of wine
• The boutique, a 250 sq. m.  concept store with free access, offers a selection of objects, books, limited edition items, gifts and souvenirs
• 2 dining areas : a brasserie and snack-café Latitude20 on the garden level and the panoramic restaurant Le 7 on the 7th floor
• A wine cellar with bottles from over 70 countries around the world
• Free access gardens, planted spaces that create the link between La Cité du Vin, the Garonne and the wild origin of the vine
   

A must-see in Bordeaux and Gironde

The Cité du Vin is located 134 quai de Bacalan (Bordeaux). The site is well connected and easily integrated into a quayside itinerary: perfect if you combine with other cultural spots or an urban stroll.

FAQ - Visit La Cité du Vin

• How much time should you allow?
  Ask for 2 to 3 hours to enjoy without running around, and more if you add belvedere, store, workshop or meal.
• Do you have to be a wine lover to enjoy?
  No. The tour is designed to be cultural, sensory and accessible: you can be curious without being a connoisseur.
• What's the best time to come?
  If you like peace and quiet, choose a time when you can take your time (early in the day or late afternoon, whenever possible).