Currency
Euro (EUR)
Language
French
Time Zone
CET (UTC+1)
Best Time to Visit
Apr–Oct
Typical Duration
7-14 nights
Price Range
From $1,979 pp
Port Type
Port of Call
Tender Port
No
Gateway to Bordeaux wine country and the scenic Garonne River valley, offering river and ocean cruisers access to world-renowned vineyards and historic châteaux.
Cruises that visit Pauillac
- cruises to Pauillac
- Pauillac sailings
- Pauillac cruises
- 7-night Explora Journeys cruise
- 7-night Explora Journeys cruise
- 8-night Oceania Cruises cruise
- 9-night Swan Hellenic cruise
- 10-night Oceania Cruises cruise
- 10-night Oceania Cruises cruise
- 10-night Oceania Cruises cruise
- 10-night PONANT EXPLORATIONS cruise
- 10-night PONANT EXPLORATIONS cruise
- 14-night Oceania Cruises cruise
- 14-night Explora Journeys cruise
- 14-night Explora Journeys cruise
- 14-night Explora Journeys cruise
- 19-night Oceania Cruises cruise
- 36-night Oceania Cruises cruise
- 42-night Oceania Cruises cruise
- 43-night Oceania Cruises cruise
- 47-night Oceania Cruises cruise
- 66-night Oceania Cruises cruise
- 67-night Oceania Cruises cruise
- 70-night Oceania Cruises cruise
Build Your Day in Pauillac
Cruise calls are short. Set your ship's arrival time, pick the stops you care about, and we'll show whether they realistically fit before departure.
Ships typically depart around 7:00 PM
Usually about 11 hours ashore
Getting around:
Plage du Moutchic
Clean family friendly beach, a choice of restaurants close by
Café Lavinal
This is a great spot for lunch while touring the Pauillac region.
Open · Closes 10 PM
La Salamandre
Excellent for some wonderful, simple French comfort food.
Open · Closes 9:30 PM
Restaurant Le Saint Julien
Great place, great food, amazing service and the best Chef in the region!
Open · Closes 9:30 PM
Maison du Tourisme et du Vin
Chateaux to visit were recommended.
Closed · Opens 9:30 AM Fri
Intermarché SUPER Pauillac
Groceries and everything you need in an excellent and easy to find place
Closed · Opens 8:30 AM Fri
Marquis de Vauban Castle
A beautiful place to visit and stay overnight in a motorhome.
Closed · Opens 9 AM Fri
Carrefour Market Pauillac
Fabulous wine selection which is to be expected in pauillac
Closed · Opens 9 AM Fri
Lidl
Credit cards·Batteries·In-store pickup
Closed · Opens 8:30 AM Fri
Bistrot "Chez Mémé"
Open for lunch only and don’t be late as service is from 12 to 2p
Closed · Opens 9 AM Fri
La Cambuse
Excellent service and good French cuisine and local (of course) wine!
Closed · Opens 12 PM Fri
COMO Cordeillan-Bages
The cuisine, wine and service were all great.
Le Lafayette
You have to reserve in advance but it is worth to do so.
Closed · Opens 11:30 AM Fri
Château Pichon Baron
Had amazing tasting experience and the tour was very fun.
Closed · Opens 9 AM Fri
Lighthouse Patiras
Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery
Closed · Opens 12:30 PM Fri
Le Bistro des Vignes
Good food, friendly service and great wine!
Open · Closes 9:30 PM
Co Ba
Amazing service and food, can't fault it!
Open · Closes 9:30 PM
Chez Hassan, Pauillac
Delicious food, extremely friendly owner, right in the centre of the town.
Open · Closes 9:30 PM
Château Hourtin-Ducasse
Amazing wines at a very reasonable price, a real Gem!
Closed · Opens 8:30 AM Fri
La Maison d'Estournel
A must visit, staff were very attentive and wine list great value
Cave De L'estuaire
An excellent selection of cocktails and drinks alongside the long wine list.
Open · Closes 10 PM
Hôtel 4* des Vignes et des Anges
I would come back here just based on the hospitality of the staff.
Château Mouton Rothschild
Great to visit here on my birthday dinner tour.
Closed · Opens 9 AM Fri
Château Lafite Rothschild
Château Lafite at night with the Big Dipper in the sky.
Château Lynch-Bages
Chateau Lynch-Bages is unlike anything I have experienced before.
Closed · Opens 9 AM Fri
La Rose Pauillac
Take home a few great bottles of Pauillac!
Closed · Opens 9 AM Fri
La Cabane du Paradis
Very nice staff, delicious food en very reasonable prices.
Le P’tit Delice
Wonderful home town experience with a local restaurant.
Open · Closes 9:30 PM
Stade Nautique de Pauillac
Closed · Opens 12 PM Fri
Château Pédesclaux
The chateau is a mix of traditional/classic and modern architecture and art.
Closed · Opens 9 AM Fri
Château Haut-Bages Libéral, Grand Cru Classé de Pauillac en 1855, certifié bio et biodynamie
Wonderful tour and tasting, suitable for the while family.
Closed · Opens 10 AM Fri
Les 3 L
Takeout·No delivery
Closed · Opens 7 AM Fri
Château Pontet-Canet
One of the most unforgettable, biodynamic Wines in Europe.
Closed · Opens 8:30 AM Fri
O'QUAI
Amazing atmosphere and very nice wines
Closed · Opens 10 AM Fri
Pizza Bonici Pauillac
Tasty food and friendly service.
Open · Closes 10 PM
Château Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande
Great wines, and amazing view
Closed · Opens 9 AM Fri
Château Latour
Closed · Opens 9 AM Fri
L ' Union
Really helpful lady the bartender 🙏.
Closed · Opens 7 AM Fri
Les Saigonnaises
Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery
Closed · Opens 11 AM Fri
Château Grand-Puy Ducasse
Excellent location in Pauillac, beautiful estate.
Closed · Opens 10 AM Fri
Le Comptoir du Bagel
Open · Closes 9:30 PM
CROQ &TART'IN
A lot of local ppl, nice atmosphere.
Closed · Opens 11 AM Fri
LA GABARE (LUX AETERNA)
Closed · Opens 9:30 AM Fri
Château Clerc Milon
Closed · Opens 9 AM Fri
Château Gaudin
Closed · Opens 9 AM Fri
Restaurant La Maison d'Estournel
Beautiful setting, outstanding food and warm attentive service.
Open · Closes 9:30 PM
L'Odyssée de la Rose Pauillac
Closed · Opens 9 AM Fri
Bages Bazaar
Beautiful Bazaar with amazing things to see and buy, beware :)
Closed · Opens 10 AM Fri
Marché de Pauillac
Closed · Opens 8 AM Sat
L'Eden de Nelly
Dine-in·Takeout·Delivery
Open · Closes 9:30 PM
Domaines Peyronie
Closed · Opens 8:30 AM Fri
Maison Longot
Closed · Opens 6:30 AM Fri
Le Cordeillan
Dine-in·No delivery
Closed · Opens 7:30 AM Fri
Unik boutique
In-store shopping·Curbside pickup
Closed · Opens 9 AM Fri
Opening hours are indicative — always confirm before you go. Travel times are estimates from Google Maps.
About Pauillac
Pauillac serves as a vibrant port of call along the Garonne River, welcoming guests from six major cruise lines including Viking River Cruises, Oceania Cruises, and PONANT EXPLORATIONS. With over 120 upcoming cruises and peak seasons spanning spring through fall, this French riverside destination offers excellent accessibility for river cruise travelers. Most voyages from Pauillac feature seven-night itineraries that explore the renowned wine regions and charming towns of southwestern France, including nearby ports at Bordeaux, Libourne, and Blaye.
Stepping ashore in Pauillac, you'll discover a quintessential French wine country experience in one of Bordeaux's most prestigious viticultural areas. The port provides easy access to world-class châteaux and wine estates, making it an ideal stop for those seeking authentic Bordeaux wine tastings and vineyard tours. Whether you're a wine enthusiast or simply curious about French culture, Pauillac's strategic location and excellent cruise infrastructure make it a memorable destination on any river cruise itinerary.
Stepping ashore in Pauillac, you'll discover a quintessential French wine country experience in one of Bordeaux's most prestigious viticultural areas. The port provides easy access to world-class châteaux and wine estates, making it an ideal stop for those seeking authentic Bordeaux wine tastings and vineyard tours. Whether you're a wine enthusiast or simply curious about French culture, Pauillac's strategic location and excellent cruise infrastructure make it a memorable destination on any river cruise itinerary.
Cruise Lines at Pauillac
- Viking River Cruises (76 cruises)
- Oceania Cruises (13 cruises)
- Explora Journeys (6 cruises)
- PONANT EXPLORATIONS (2 cruises)
- Swan Hellenic (2 cruises)
Cruises Departing From Pauillac
Cruises Visiting Pauillac
Ship Schedule at Pauillac
Pauillac Location
Other Cruise Ports in France
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pauillac known for?
Pauillac is renowned for its red wines from prestigious chateaux such as Lafite Rothschild, Latour, and Mouton Rothschild.
When is the best time to visit Pauillac?
Spring to early autumn offers wine tastings, vineyard tours and pleasant weather.
How can I reach Pauillac?
Located near Bordeaux in southwestern France, Pauillac is reachable by road from Bordeaux or regional rail and bus services.
What can you do in Pauillac?
Visit chateaux, tour vineyards, enjoy estuary views, and sample Bordeaux wines in local cellars.