Mother’s Day is just around the corner, and you're still unsure about the perfect gift? This year, why not give her the most precious thing of all: quality time together. To inspire you, here are 5 activity ideas for a special one-on-one moment with your mom in Bordeaux.
1. A wellness and gourmet afternoon at Hotel Burdigala
For those dreaming of a timeless escape, Hotel Burdigala offers a soothing break for Mother’s Day. Spend an afternoon enjoying a self-massage and face yoga workshop led by Laura Merit.
After this relaxing and reconnecting session, indulge in a refined afternoon tea with delicious pastries and your drink of choice, served in the hotel’s iconic atrium.
To top it all off, the spotlight will be on products from Soin de Soi, and each mom will leave with a bottle of BON oil to continue the experience at home.
It’s an invitation to slow down, reconnect, and savor a precious moment.
Details:
Date: Saturday, May 24 from 3:00 PM
Price: €79 per person
Booking link: website
2. Paint your own ceramic at Flow
Unleash your creativity, paintbrush in hand! The café Flow offers a unique experience that combines art and conviviality.
Seated comfortably at a table, you will choose your ceramic item (cup, plate, egg cup, or even vase) and decorate it as you wish while sipping your favorite drink.
The atmosphere is warm and inspiring, the perfect setting to let your imagination run free!
Once your piece is finished, it will be glazed and fired on-site, ready for pick-up a few days later. You will go home with a unique creation, a lovely decorative and sentimental memory of your time together.
Details:
Duration: 2.5 hours on weekdays, 2 hours on weekends
Price: Starting at €25, depending on the piece
Booking link: website
3. An intimate brunch cruise on the Garonne
Set sail… without leaving Bordeaux! For a memorable moment, hop aboard La Garonnaise, a comfortable and elegant boat that offers a new perspective of the city from the Garonne River.
As you cruise along, enjoy a delicious brunch around the central table in a warm and intimate atmosphere.
Bring your own spread or choose the curated menu prepared by the crew, either way, it's a beautiful escape filled with laughter, conversations, and treats, all while the city unfolds in the background.
A peaceful, gourmet getaway on the water!
Details:
Duration: 3 hours (reservation required based on availability)
Price: €35 per person for brunch + cruise (price varies by duration)
Booking link: website
4. A 2CV getaway to Saint-Emilion
For a retro adventure, head to Saint-Emilion in a convertible Citroën 2CV.
Departing from Bordeaux, a passionate driver will take you on a full-day journey through the region’s iconic landscapes. From vineyards to châteaux, you will discover stunning UNESCO World Heritage sites.
On the itinerary: tours of two prestigious wineries, tastings of fine wines, historical anecdotes, and a laid-back lunch at a local restaurant or picnic-style in the countryside.
With an idyllic setting and a friendly vibe, it’s the perfect escape for those who love culture, indulgence, and adventure!
Details:
Duration: Full day (7.5 hours)
Price: €959 for 2 people
Booking link: website
5. Make your own solid soap with La Caravane des Senteurs
Enjoy a hands-on workshop that blends wellness and craftsmanship at Florence’s studio in Carbon-Blanc.
This passionate soapmaker welcomes you for an introduction to cold process soapmaking, a gentle, natural method for crafting solid soaps.
Over the course of three hours, you will explore raw ingredients, choose your scents, test blends, and create your own recipes with expert guidance.
You will leave with 300 grams of homemade soap: a practical and delightfully fragrant souvenir.
A fun, meaningful activity, perfect for a lovely moment with your mom and a keepsake made by hand.
Details:
Duration: 3-hour workshop (advance booking required)
Price: €63 per person
Booking link: website
Whether you're into relaxation, creativity, adventure, or indulgence, Bordeaux is full of wonderful ways to celebrate Mother’s Day. So this year, why not choose to experience something together? Because in the end, the most beautiful gift you can give… is you.