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Fast Track Tickets to Cité du Vin with Self-Guided Audio Tour & Wine Tasting

Tourists at Cité du Vin museum, Bordeaux, on a self-guided audio tour with wine tasting.
Visitors at Cité du Vin museum on a self-guided audio tour, wine tasting in Bordeaux, France.
Visitors at Cité du Vin museum on a self-guided audio tour, wine tasting in Bordeaux, France.
Cite du Vin seen from Bordeaux river cruise.

Explore wine history on this self-guided audio tour through sensory and interactive exhibitions at the Cité du Vin – a cultural building and space with universal appeal – dedicated to all aspects of wine culture.

    • On this self-guided tour of the Permanent Exhibition of the Cité du Vin, learn about different angles of wine culture and history through civilizations.

    • This ticket comes with fast-track access and an audio guide available in 8 languages.

    • The Cité du Vin is a wonderfully unique space to really immerse yourself in the intricacies of wines and winemaking.

    • Get to know about vineyard farming, wine tasting, and even the artistic elements related to wine.

    • Enjoy an excellent-tasting glass of wine at the top of the Belvedere and soak up the views of Bordeaux from a 360° viewpoint.

    • Self-guided audio tour of the new Permanent Exhibition

    • 15 wine options at the Belvedere

    • Audio guide available in English, French, Spanish, German, Italian, Dutch, Chinese, and Portuguese

    • Headsets, subtitles, and audio descriptions

    • Live guide

    • Temporary exhibition

    • Meals and other drinks

    • Hotel transfers and transport

  • These tickets can't be cancelled. However, you can use them any time until 2 Jun, 2025.

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    Guests from Spain, Italy, United Kingdom and over 23 countries have loved this experience
    José Angel Dueñas Antolín

    José

    4/5

    Nov, 2024

    It is presented in a very entertaining and educational way the creation of a wine from the beginning until we can enjoy it sitting at the table. We are also introduced to different types of wines that we can find in the world with their characteristics.
    View original review in Spanish
    João Paulo Lobito Borrego

    João

    5/5

    Oct, 2024

    An incredible and immersive experience. It reports on various topics and opens your mind to more in-depth knowledge. The staff were also very welcoming.
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    Reis Johanna Margarete

    Reis

    4/5

    Sep, 2024

    The exhibition was impressive, we had an . audio guide. The view from the 8th floor, the roof of the museum called Belvedere, is fantastic, and the glass of wine🍷 added to the enjoyment 😉
    View original review in German
    Nick van der Veen

    Nick

    4/5

    Jun, 2024

    Explanations, photos and videos about wine production worldwide. The interactive nature completed the visit and the use of a headset with explanations in our own language was very nice.
    View original review in Dutch
    Mr r clare

    Mr

    5/5

    May, 2024

    Just a superb experience. Me grandpa 71 mum 49. Grandson 14. We all learnt something new. And it was a really good day out. And the audio tour guid a big thumbs up . And we took away a very nice book from the gift shop .
  • These tickets are valid until 2 Jun, 2025.

  • Get ready to experience wine history and culture in the most unique way possible at the modernistic Cité du Vine. Fast-track tickets help you start your wine journey even faster!

    A Self-Guided Tour of the Permanent Exhibition

    With an audio guide available in English, French, Spanish, German, Italian, Dutch, Chinese, and Portuguese, walk through different parts of Cité du Vine including the Auditorium, the workshop rooms, the gardens, and the main public areas. Pass through the new permanent exhibition to experience an overview of the heart of our building. Learn about the history of wine through different ages and continents, the vineyard cycle, and the terroirs of the world i.e. farming related to vineyards, wine tasting, etc. You’ll see the artistic aspects of wine culture and how it has affected and inspired famous figures as well as everyday life in different parts of the world. Interactive exhibitions really take this guided tour to another level.

    Wine Tasting at the Belvedere

    End your self-guided visit with a trip to the Belvedere, the 8th floor of the building at 35-meters above the ground. In this location overlooking the river, admire Bordeaux and its surroundings from this 360° perspective. A perfect way to sum up the tour, now it’s time to taste exquisite wine from Bordeaux or the rest of the world and contemplate all the wine knowledge and culture you’ve soaked up.

  • Cité du Vin

    Monday10:00 AM - 07:00 PM
    Tuesday10:00 AM - 07:00 PM
    Wednesday10:00 AM - 07:00 PM
    Thursday10:00 AM - 07:00 PM
    Friday10:00 AM - 07:00 PM
    Saturday10:00 AM - 07:00 PM
    Sunday10:00 AM - 07:00 PM
  • Important Information

    • This experience is suitable for wheelchair users and pram/stroller users.

    • The entire building is accessible to guests with reduced mobility, visual and hearing impairments, and intellectual disabilities.

    • Guide dogs are allowed.

    Operating Hours

    It's advised to preferably visit the museum in the morning to make the most of your visit. This self-guided tour takes approximately 1 to 3 hours to complete.

    Visitors can have real-time access to the occupancy rate of the Permanent Exhibition on the Affluences website or through the Affluences application, which can be downloaded for free on the Apple Store or Google Play. This application will also provide you with the predicted occupancy rate for the upcoming hours.

    Closes on 24 Dec at 4pm and closed for visits on 25 Dec.

    • Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

    • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the attraction.

    • Please arrive at the attraction 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your visit to avoid any delays.

    Ticket Redemption Point

    • Show your ticket at La Cité du Vin.

    • Address: La Cité du Vin – 1 esplanade de pontac, 33300, Bordeaux.

    Get Directions to the Redemption Point

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