Because learning French also means discovering French culture, each month we offer you the opportunity to take part in various cultural, tourist and sporting activities to discover Bordeaux and the local culture. Essential for a complete immersion !
Guided tour of Bordeaux
Visit downtown Bordeaux accompanied by a volunteer guide, who will share with you explanations of the city’s history and architecture.
Free
Excursion to Saint-Émilion
Discover the medieval village of Saint-Emilion, with a tour of its underground monuments, followed by a visit to a château where you’ll be offered two glasses of wine.
Aquitaine Museum
With a mediator, explore the Aquitaine Museum to learn more about the history of Bordeaux and the region, especially in the 18th century.
Free
Visit of the Grand Theatre
Discover the interior of this iconic Bordeaux landmark, with a guide who will give explanations about the façade and the auditorium.
Raclette evening
Come and enjoy a delicious raclette with potatoes, charcuterie and wine during a convivial evening at the Alliance Française.
Bassins des Lumieres : Océan
Discover the new exhibition at Bassins des Lumières Ocean, an immersive dive, and marvel at the life hidden beneath the waves.
Cine club : Tous les matins du monde
Discover Tous les matins du monde, a film by Alain Corneau adapted from Pascal Quignard’s book about the life of Marin Marais, Louis XIV’s renowned musician.
Free
Christmas party
Come and celebrate the end of the year at our Christmas party, where you can bring along typical dishes to share and take part in our giant Secret Santa !
Free
Bowling
Come and challenge your friends to a game of bowling. A convivial moment to end the year and test your skills on the bowling lanes.
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CHRISTMAS MARKET
From November 28 to December 28
From 28 November, artisans welcome you to the Christmas Market at Quinconces.
L’endroit idéal pour goûter des produits locaux et dénicher des idées de cadeaux pour vos proches.
DARWIN CHRISTMAS MARKET
December 5 to 14
Let yourself be swept away by the spirit of Darwin’s Christmas Market during two magical weekends.
You will find handmade and eco-friendly gifts at this designer market.
The Luminous Odyssey
From December 12 to January 11
Enjoy a nighttime lantern tour during the Odyssée lumineuse (Light Odyssey) at Parc Bordelais.
This year’s theme will be devoted to the magical world of the Northern Lights.