A vibrant city with a rich cultural heritage and a global reputation for its connection to wine, Bordeaux captivates with its charm and potential. Perfectly suited for hosting professional events, the city offers a wide range of venues to meet your needs. To save you time (because we know how busy your schedule is), Eventdrive has handpicked the most stunning locations. Discover our top 7 venues for an unforgettable seminar in Bordeaux!
When it comes to Bordeaux, La Cité du Vin is an obvious choice. With its futuristic and iconic architecture, this venue has become a must-visit since its opening a few years ago. Imagine the reaction of your attendees when they learn that your seminar is taking place in this unique landmark!
La Cité du Vin offers a variety of privatizable spaces, perfectly suited for all types of professional events, including seminars. Depending on your needs, you can choose:
For truly grand-scale events, it’s even possible to privatize the entire Cité du Vin, providing an exclusive and prestigious setting for your guests.
If you’re looking for a venue that is original and truly unique, Arkea Arena is an unmissable option! Renowned for hosting big-name music acts like Patrick Bruel and Mariah Carey, Arkea Arena also offers its spaces for professional events. While the main hall is better suited to grand performances than seminars, the arena boasts other adaptable and customizable spaces that can perfectly meet your needs.
For a special touch that will leave a lasting impression on your guests, you can even request to have the arena’s façade illuminated to reflect the theme or branding of your event.
For an elegant and refined seminar in Bordeaux, La Grande Maison de Bernard Magrez is an exceptional choice. This prestigious venue features impressive architecture and three beautifully decorated salons, creating a sophisticated atmosphere perfect for professional events.
All-inclusive packages are available, offering comprehensive seminar services along with lunches at their Michelin-starred restaurant, boasting two stars. To enhance your event, you can include unique experiences such as a private concert or a wine-tasting session. For an extended experience, invite your guests to stay in one of the six luxurious suites at this outstanding hotel.
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Why not organize your seminar on the water? With Bordeaux River Cruise, it’s entirely possible! The company offers three boats tailored to a variety of needs. For example:
Each boat is equipped with audiovisual equipment, whiteboards, and even an onboard kitchen. To elevate the experience, a chef can join the cruise to prepare gourmet meals for your guests, combining business with culinary delights in a truly unique setting.
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An iconic symbol of Bordeaux, the Palais de la Bourse is a prestigious venue available for professional events, whether large-scale or more intimate.
The Garonne Space features four meeting rooms and three salons, while the 1855 Space includes a large meeting room, a spacious foyer, and additional salons, all offering breathtaking views of the Port de la Lune.
A dedicated on-site team ensures the smooth running of your event and provides all necessary equipment.
If you dream of hosting a seminar in a prestigious setting, the Palais de la Bourse is an ideal choice.
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The list of guests at your conference should not exceed 50 people and you are looking for a simple but practical place? The Anticafé is the right place for you. Basically, the Anticafé is a coworking space open to everyone. The principle is simple, we pay 5 euros per hour (24 euros max per day) and we have access to all their equipment, as well as a small buffet continuously supplied with sweet and savoury snacks. But the Anticafé is also available for the organization of professional conferences. Their watchwords? Innovation and friendliness. To respect their commitments, they provide you with several spaces such as a former art gallery or a refurbished flower shop. In short, Anticafé is the ideal solution for a moment without any hassle.
In Situ, it’s about choosing the easy way out. Specialists in events, they know the environment perfectly thanks to more than 20 years of experience. According to your expectations, In Situ can offer you a dozen places, all located in the Bordeaux region. Whether you choose a castle or a less eye-catching place, In Situ can help you choose the right place. In addition to personalized support, each package includes the provision of meeting rooms, a welcome coffee as well as a gourmet break, lunch and a visit to the Cellar. All-in-one packages that make your work much easier.
That’s it, the choice is made? With this short pre-selection, Eventdrive has tried to show you a sample of what is being done in Bordeaux. Whether you are looking for a grandiose place, a spacious space or a cosy little room, a treasure exists! Whatever happens, keep in mind your objectives and budget, add a little touch of craziness and your conference in Bordeaux should go perfectly well.