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What’s on in Bordeaux this summer? Discover the Cité du Vin’s summer programme for 2026
Tasting workshops, Via Sensoria, Permanent exhibition… There are so many things to do at the Cité du Vin in Bordeaux!
July & August 2026 at the Cité du Vin: a summer of travel without leaving Bordeaux!
Are you looking for things to do in Bordeaux this summer, with friends or with your children? In July and August, the Cité du Vin invites you on a real journey around the world through a summer programme packed with experiences.
Tasting workshops, immersive and sensory experiences, and a tour of the permanent exhibition: all summer long, enjoy a cultural and culinary getaway and make the most of Bordeaux, even in the heatwave (or in the rain...)
The event of the summer: A tour of the world’s vineyards every Thursday evening
This summer, set off on a journey through the world’s great wine regions… without leaving Bordeaux! Every Thursday at 7 pm, our wine-tasting workshops take you on a journey of discovery through an iconic wine region, for a convivial get-together.
Here’s what’s on the programme – take your pick:
- 2 July: Swiss wines
- 9 July: Corsican wines
- 16 July: wines from Germany
- 23 July: wines from Alsace
- 30 July: wines from Australia
- 6 August: wines from Châteauneuf-du-Pape
- 13 August: wines from New Zealand
- 20 August: wines from Burgundy
- 27 August: wines from Italy
At each workshop, taste three carefully selected wines and discover the stories, terroirs and expertise that make up the richness of vineyards near and far, as recounted by a passionate sommelier.
Why not make this your summer after-work get-together with colleagues or friends?
Experiences to enjoy all summer long
Whether you’re just passing through Bordeaux or on holiday in the region, the Cité du Vin offers activities to suit every taste – whatever the weather!
Exploring every aspect of wine
Open every day from 10.00 am, the Permanent Exhibition invites you to explore every aspect of wine: its history, geography, cultures, expertise and way of life.
As you make your way through a series of interactive areas that are sure to delight you (and your children or teenagers!), you’ll be able, for example, to smell and identify the aromas of wine at the ‘Five Senses’ buffet, watch a 360-degree film about the seasons in the vineyard, tread grapes, and even take part in an immersive digital dinner...
Before rounding off your visit to the Belvédère with a tasting of a wine from around the world (or a non-alcoholic drink) and a panoramic view of Bordeaux (one of the best view in Bordeaux) from the terrace!
An introduction to wine tasting and discovering Bordeaux wines
Fancy learning the basics of wine tasting? Every day at 3 pm, a sommelier will guide you through the ‘Introduction to Wine Tasting’ workshop! If you’d like to leave the Cité du Vin knowing how to taste and appreciate wine, and keen to learn some new terms to impress your friends and family, you’ve come to the right place.
And if you’re visiting Bordeaux to discover the region’s rich wine heritage, head to the Bordeaux 360° workshop, which offers an immersive experience of the region’s landscapes whilst you sample four Bordeaux wines. Sessions in english take place every day at 2:30 PM.
Experience a wine tasting with a difference with Via Sensoria
Finally, for a unique experience, let Via Sensoria guide you – the Cité du Vin’s sensory tasting journey, open every day throughout the summer from 11.00 am.
Across four pavilions inspired by the seasons, explore the fundamental flavours through an experience combining lights, sounds, textures, scents and tastings of four Bordeaux wines or non-alcoholic drinks. It’s the perfect blend of an immersive experience and a wine tasting! It’s also an ideal activity to enjoy with teenagers, who can sample the non-alcoholic drinks.
Take a stroll through the garden and discover some free photography exhibitions in Bordeaux
Throughout the summer, you’ll have the chance to explore two photography exhibitions at the Cité du Vin – both indoors and outdoors!
A photography exhibition featuring more than 50 photographs of wine-growing regions from around the world. Through gestures, faces and landscapes, each image tells the story or tradition of a vineyard.
This exhibition, organised by the City of Bordeaux in collaboration with the Cité du Vin, is held in the gardens of the Cité du Vin. The renowned photographer captures scenes of everyday life centred on conviviality, gatherings and the art of living. Wine is portrayed here as a universal symbol of sharing...
👉Free exhibitions in Bordeaux, open to all visitors.
Our top tip for this summer: the combined ticket for the full experience
Have you decided to visit the Cité du Vin, but aren’t sure which activity to choose?
Are you torn between the ‘classic’, unmissable tour of the Permanent Exhibition, but would also like to learn the practical ins and outs of wine tasting, or find out more specifically about Bordeaux wines?
Enjoy a complete experience by purchasing a combined ticket, which gives you 30 per cent off your second activity in addition to the Permanent Exhibition :
This summer, head to the Cité du Vin!
Whether you’re with your family, your children or teenagers, with friends, as a couple or on your own, the Cité du Vin is a must-visit destination for making the most of summer in Bordeaux. With a mix of cultural discoveries, wine tastings and immersive experiences, every visit is an invitation to journey through the world’s vineyards, all from Bordeaux!
And the best bit of it all? The Cité du Vin is open to everyone – whether you know absolutely nothing about wine or are a real enthusiast, there’s something for everyone.
Don’t like wine and think you won’t find it interesting? Not keen on visiting museums and worried you’ll get bored? Or are you with your children and think they won’t enjoy it? Let us show you, with a few visitor reviews, that anyone can come and discover the world and culture of wine at the Cité du Vin!
Discover the full programme and book your activities now!
