Porte de la Monnaie, Bordeaux

Name: Porte de la Monnaie
Address: 1 Rue Porte de la Monnaie, Bordeaux, 33000, France

#53 among attractions in Bordeaux

City gate, Architecture, Historical place

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The Porte de la Monnaie is a gateway to the city of Bordeaux, on the Quais de la Monnaie, halfway between the Pont de Pierre and the Pont Saint-Jean, and a few steps from the Conservatoire de Musique.

Architectural style: Classical architectureCoordinates: 44°49'59"N, 0°33'43"W

Address

1 Rue Porte de la MonnaieCapucins - VictoireBordeaux 33000 France

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Porte de la Monnaie – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Bordeaux Cathedral, Miroir d'eau, Tour Pey Berland, Grand Théâtre.

0.8 miW
Landmark 11th-century Catholic cathedral
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Fountain
Miroir d'eau, Bordeaux
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0.8 miNW
Gothic bell tower with panoramic views
Tour Pey Berland, Bordeaux
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0.9 miNW
Opera performances in a 1780 venue
Grand Théâtre, Bordeaux
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~970 ftNW
Landmark 14-16th century Gothic church
Basilica of St. Michael, Bordeaux
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~1950 ftN
Historic bridge inaugurated in 1822
Pont de Pierre, Bordeaux
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0.6 miNW
Square, Tram
Place de la Bourse, Bordeaux
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0.7 miW
Museum, History museum, Specialty museum
Musée d'Aquitaine, Bordeaux
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~670 ftS
Abbey church with a historic pipe organ
Holy Cross Church, Bordeaux
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0.9 miW
Forts and castles
Château du Hâ, Bordeaux
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0.7 miNW
Museum, History museum
Musée national des douanes, Bordeaux
18 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Bordeaux, the Musée national des douanes is a unique institution dedicated to the history of French customs. Housed in the historic Hôtel des Fermes on Place de la Bourse, this museum offers a deep dive into the evolution of customs, providing...

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Porte de la Monnaie?

Nearby attractions include Holy Cross Church, Bordeaux (4 min walk), Fontaine de la Grave, Bordeaux (5 min walk), Basilica of St. Michael, Bordeaux (5 min walk), Pont de Pierre, Bordeaux (10 min walk).

How to get to Porte de la Monnaie by public transport?

The nearest stations to Porte de la Monnaie:

Bus

Sainte Croix • Lines: TBNight (4 min walk)
Sainte-Croix • Lines: 10, TBNight (6 min walk)

Tram

Saint-Michel • Lines: C, D (4 min walk)
Sainte-Croix • Lines: C, D (4 min walk)

Train

Bordeaux-Saint-Jean (16 min walk)