France’s theme park dedicated to wine Posted on 24 June 2019 Tags:Bordeaux, France, Wine theme park La Cité du Vin, meaning ‘The City of Wine’, is the epitome of French culture. Located in Bordeaux, this theme-park-meets-museum is the stuff of wine lovers’ dreams. View this post on Instagram #regram de @jubu_photographie qui nous offre un superbe levée de soleil sur La Cité. 🇬🇧#regram of @jubu_photographie to delivers a wonderful sunrise on La Cité. #igersgironde #wine #insidelacité #laciteduvin #bordeauxmaville #bdx A post shared by La Cité du Vin (@laciteduvin) on Feb 22, 2019 at 7:02am PST The City of Wine has been described as the flagship of Bordeaux wine tourism and the symbol of the city. The 10-storey theme park showcases the world of wine. View this post on Instagram [Les jardins de la Cité du Vin 🌳] L’été arrive cette semaine à Bordeaux ! Installez votre nappe dans l’herbe et profitez du soleil lors d’un pique-nique dans les jardins de la Cité : un spot secret à deux pas des quais et face à la Garonne ! En accès libre aux heures d’ouverture de la Cité du Vin. #bordeauxmaville #insidelacité A post shared by La Cité du Vin (@laciteduvin) on Jun 17, 2019 at 8:20am PDT From learning about the history of civilisation, different vineyards across the world, encountering virtual professors, to learning about wines through the millennia and cultures, there is something for all wine-lovers to enjoy. View this post on Instagram A post shared by La Cité du Vin (@laciteduvin) on Jun 11, 2019 at 7:37am PDT Some of the attractions include workshops that can seat up to 250 people, as well as insightful wine-tasting sessions. View this post on Instagram A post shared by La Cité du Vin (@laciteduvin) on Jul 30, 2018 at 12:55am PDT There is the option to partake in wine workshops, like a sensorial introduction to wine-tasting. View this post on Instagram A post shared by La Cité du Vin (@laciteduvin) on Feb 27, 2019 at 5:43am PST You can also make your way to The Belvedere, a high point of a visit, for panoramic views of Bordeaux. One can enjoy a glass of some of the world’s finest wine, while taking in the view of this magnificent city. View this post on Instagram A post shared by La Cité du Vin (@laciteduvin) on Apr 9, 2019 at 2:10am PDT View this post on Instagram A post shared by La Cité du Vin (@laciteduvin) on Nov 10, 2016 at 8:48am PST For people travelling with children, there are carefully selected grape juices for them to sample and enjoy too. For those feeling peckish, there is a dining area to enjoy delicious food either before or after your visit. La Cité du Vin opens at 10 am and closes at 7 pm. For information on daily activities, visit the website here. Entrance on a combined ticket will cost €24 (R392). A ticket to the permanent exhibition and the Belvedere, will cost €20 (R326). See an inside peek at La Cité du Vin below. Image source: Instagram @laciteduvin Related Posts Cape Town’s sustainability: Leading the way in environmental initiatives 1 June 2023 As National Environmental Month commences in South Africa, Cape Town stands proudly at the forefront... read more Kapama to host Safari Guide of the Year Awards 2023 1 June 2023 Kapama Private Game Reserve near Hoedspruit will host this year’s Safari Guide of the Year... read more Blood Lions relaunches for public viewing on YouTube 1 June 2023 Award-winning documentary feature film Blood Lions has been relaunched on YouTube for public viewing, creating... read more PREV ARTICLE NEXT ARTICLE
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