"The official tourism office runs a handful of tours, with a guided walking tour that makes a great two-hour primer led by an expert local who can help you get off the tourist trail and illuminate the city’s past. They also run a half-day winery tour that stops at either one or two wineries (depending on the day) to teach the importance of wine to the region and culture, explain the winemaking process, and provide a few samples; tours start at 15 EUR and are an affordable, fun introduction to Bordeaux’s vineyards." - Matthew Kepnes