Grand TheatrevsPlace de la Bourse
Grand Theatre and Place de la Bourse are both endorsed by writers. On balance, Grand Theatre is the choice of most professionals compared to Place de la Bourse. Grand Theatre has a TripExpert Score of 84 with accolades from 4 publications like Fodor's, Michelin Guide and Travel + Leisure.
Grand Theatre
Fodor's
Travel + Leisure
Michelin Guide
Frommer's
Place de la Comedie, 33025 Bordeaux
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Fodor's "One block south of the École du Vin is the city's leading 18th-century monument: the Grand Théâtre, designed by Victor Louis and built between 1773 and 1780." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Architect Victor Louis' neo-classical theater has a monumental façade with 12 Corinthian columns and a sweeping staircase that was the inspiration for the Palais Garnier in Paris." Full review
Michelin Guide 2 Stars
"Built from 1773 to 1780 by architect Victor Louis in pure neo-Classical style, this is one of the most beautiful theatres in France." Full review
Frommer's "Then as now, top names in opera, classical music, and dance grace the stage here. If you don’t have time for a show, you can still take a tour...pop in and check out the magnificent staircase." Full review
Place de la Bourse Fodor's Michelin Guide
The Telegraph
Lonely Planet Travel + Leisure
Bordeaux
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Fodor's "The centerpiece of the left bank is this open square built in 1729–33." Full review
Michelin Guide 3 Stars
"This pretty horseshoe-shaped square was built from 1730 to 1755, based on the layouts of architects Gabriel father and son." Full review
The Telegraph "The finest bit of the riverfront is the Place de la Bourse, open to the river but enfolded on three sides by the Palais de la Bourse – the most sumptuous expression of Bordeaux’s confidence." Full review
Lonely Planet "This is Bordeaux's most iconic square." Full review
Travel + Leisure "One of the city’s most famous landmarks...located near the charming Chartrons neighborhood, it’s a must-visit in order to glimpse the impressive Miroir d’Eau, a 37,000-square-foot reflecting pool"
