Whether you want to unearth the treasures hidden within the many museums, wander among rolling vineyards and sip vino all day or admire the various pretty gardens, there is plenty to see and do here.
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Zest Car Rental provides a fresh and honest approach to hiring a car at Bordeaux Airport. At Zest, we know how important transparency is when booking car rental. Our four-step booking process is simple and hassle-free, with no hidden costs or extras. At Zest, we know when planning your trip, you shouldn’t have to sweat the details and focus on the small print. Instead, you can relax and look forward to your holiday, without getting lost in car rental complications!
We also know that sometimes, plans change. Therefore, we offer free cancellation and amendments up to 48 hours before your rental start as standard. Should you require it, we also offer enhanced cancellation protection for a small fee. This offers you free cancellation right up to the time your rental starts!
Zest Car Rental only works with carefully selected and trusted car rental providers at Bordeaux Airport who care as much about reputation as we do, and always put the customer first. All our providers are monitored closely, and we review customer feedback frequently to ensure you receive the best rental experience possible. Our amazing customer feedback has meant we are ranked ‘Excellent’ on Trustpilot. Also, Zest Car Rental are Feefo Platinum Trusted! You can read our Feefo reviews here!
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If you wish to share the driving on holiday, we have negotiated a free additional driver with many of our trusted car rental providers! If your chosen provider does include a free additional driver, this will be clearly labelled on the quote page. Generate a quick and easy quote today!
All rental providers we work with operate a fair fuel policy. This means you either collect the car full of fuel then return it full or return it with the same amount provided upon collection. Hassle-free and straightforward! Learn more about fair fuel policies here!
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What is There to See and Do in Bordeaux?
A trip to a vineyard and a small sample of their wares is an essential part of any holiday here. For many, it could well be the sole motivation for choosing this destination. Learn about the production process and breadth of varieties on offer before selecting your favourite bottles as souvenirs. Should you wish to indulge a little more, relax in a vinotherapie spa, also known as a wine therapy spa.
In the city centre itself, there is plenty to be enjoyed. Start with a walk in the direction of Quinconces Square, which is home to an imposing monument. From here, stroll along the river Garonne and gaze in awe at the stunning landscape that surrounds you. The Victory Arch is also beautiful and well worth seeing. Journey further to Gambetta Square where you can amble around the area nicknamed 'Little Paris.' Unearth as much as you can of this city which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Day Trips From Bordeaux
France is of course a fantastic holiday destination and Bordeaux's excellent location means the possibilities are endless both in the region of Aquitaine and further afield. Collect your hire car and travel up the coast towards La Rochelle. Relax on the edge of the Bay of Biscay and stroll around the old harbour area lined by the city walls.
To the west of Bordeaux, the idyllic French coastline blessed with golden sandy beaches lies in wait. Biarritz is a worth a visit if you don’t mind the journey. Hit the beach and try your hand at a spot of surfing too. If you don't fancy anything quite as adventurous however don't despair, there are a plethora of museums to choose from and lively nightlife including two casinos.
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