Nouvelle-Aquitaine Travel Guide
France
Popular cities in Nouvelle-Aquitaine
Bordeaux
Known for Shopping, Tours and Business
A UNESCO world heritage site since 2007, Bordeaux's urban and architectural treasures are some of the most prestigious in the world.
Reasons to visit
- Cité du Vin
- St. Michael Basilica
- Place de la Bourse
Biarritz
Known for Beaches, Sea and Surfing
Biarritz combines the architectural charm of a 1900s seaside town, the energy of abundant Atlantic waves and colourful arts and crafts.
Reasons to visit
- Cote des Basques
- Biarritz Lighthouse
- Biarritz Aquarium
La Rochelle
Known for Ports, Marinas and Aquariums
See the ocean from multiple angles in this medieval seafaring city, which features beaches, an aquarium, a maritime museum and one of Europe’s largest marinas.
Reasons to visit
- Tour St. Nicolas
- Minimes Beach
- Vieux Port
Limoges
Known for Museums, Monuments and Natural parks
Famous for its porcelain, Limoges is also full of other treasures and is packed with all kinds of surprises... history, architecture, culture: get carried away by the historic capital of the Limousin region!
Reasons to visit
- Gare de Limoges
- Limoges Cathedral
- Jardin de l'Eveche
Saint-Émilion
Known for Wineries, Spas and Historical
This attractive medieval hamlet is known for its Romanesque architecture and world-class wines.
Reasons to visit
- Saint-Emilion Monolithic Church
- Saint-Émilion Bell Tower
Bayonne
Known for Shopping, Cathedrals and Cheese
Just a few miles from the busy tourist city of Biarritz, the French Basque Country’s beautifully preserved capital offers an authentic taste of Basque culture.
Reasons to visit
- Cathedral of Saint Mary of Bayonne
Cities in Nouvelle-Aquitaine
Bordeaux (and vicinity)
A UNESCO world heritage site since 2007, Bordeaux's urban and architectural treasures are some of the most prestigious in the world.
Biarritz
Biarritz combines the architectural charm of a 1900s seaside town, the energy of abundant Atlantic waves and colourful arts and crafts.
La Rochelle
See the ocean from multiple angles in this medieval seafaring city, which features beaches, an aquarium, a maritime museum and one of Europe’s largest marinas.
Arcachon
A magnificent, chic and family-friendly seaside resort, Arcachon is a destination full of wonders to discover.
Saint-Jean-de-Luz
With its lively fishing port and traditional half-timbered houses, Saint-Jean-de-Luz is a beautiful place to stop on the French Basque coast.
Royan
Water sports, culture, villas with an old-fashioned charm and delicious seafood: welcome to the Côte de Beauté!
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