Visit the Porte Cailhau, a historic monument in Bordeaux

porte / cailhau / bordeaux / patrimoine

5 January 2026 - 16 January 2027

Take a trip back to medieval Bordeaux with a visit to the Porte Cailhau, a must-see monument in the Moon Port!

Discover the new Porte Cailhau

Discover medieval Bordeaux

A little-known part of Bordeaux's history is revealed in this monument built over 500 years ago. Take a leap back in time and discover the secrets of medieval Bordeaux.

New content

Once inside, travel through the ages, with each floor featuring a new chapter in history. New content has been created and brought into play through a new scenography. All in all, an immersive and entertaining experience to understand the place of this monument in the history of Bordeaux.
The visit concludes with a panoramic view of the city and interviews with illustrious figures from the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region.

Practical info

• Admission: €7 - €5
• Free for children under 12
• Included in Bordeaux CityPass
• Duration: 40 minutes
• Content in French, English and Spanish

Book your visit to the Porte Cailhau here

Opening hours

• April 1 to October 31: daily 10 am to 1 pm and 2 pm to 6 pm
• January 3 to March 31: Wednesday > Friday - 2 pm to 6 pm | Saturday & Sunday - 11 am to 1 pm and 2 pm to 6 pm

Accessibility

Despite the difficulty of access (cramped staircase), the tour is designed to be as inclusive as possible:

• The language is direct, simple and understandable by adults and young visitors alike.
• Embodied" narratives that engage visitors
• Connected labels and room panels link via QR codes to dedicated pages, to be read or listened to.
• PRM access to an online version of the tour from the building's first floor.