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Bordeaux is the capital city of the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region of France, famous for its fine wines, delectable cuisine and outstanding architecture. Its prolific history dates back to Neolithic times with the recording of human settlements in 6th BC. Its 2000-year old history was marked by Roman, Visigoth and English occupations. In the 18th-century, the city flourished due to maritime trade and foreign expeditions. Bordeaux was even named France's capital twice in 1871 and 1941. Today, the city is a vibrant and dynamic urban centre that offers guests on flights to Bordeaux many attractions – wide boulevards to roam, fine shopping and dining plus opportunities to immerse in the local culture and of course, taste its fine wines.
Visitors to the city will be thrilled with the exciting range of activities that are available, it will be difficult to fit everything in a short trip. Wander around the city's beautiful streets, cross architectural bridges, admire superb landmarks and visit interesting museums. In the evening, a gastronomy meal is highly recommended paired with fine Bordeaux wine.
When visiting Bordeaux, be sure to:
Bordeaux-Merignac Airport is the main airport serving Bordeaux. It is the 5th largest in France and handled almost 5 million passengers in 2014. There are 29 airlines operating domestic and international flights from Bordeaux. The airport has modern amenities including restaurants, shops, lounges and ATMs.
The top carriers flying to Bordeaux airport are the following: Air France, which has been recognized as one of the Top 15 airlines in the world, according to eDreams Best Airlines study 2016, easyJet and Ryanair.
The airport is located 12 km west of Bordeaux city centre.
From the airport, it is easy to reach the city by taking the Navette Shuttle which runs every 30 minutes towards the Saint Jean train station. By bus, Liane 1 will take you to Merignac Centre, Parc Kennedy and other convenient stops. The fastest way to move around is to take taxis which are readily available at the airport. Car rentals can also be picked up at the airport if you intend to hire one. Disabled people and those with limited capabilities can book special transport services at the airport suitable to their needs.