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When the work is done, our 'Out of Hours' section helps you to relax and unwind. Discover more about the cities hosting cancer conferences; not just where to stay and how to get around, but informed pointers on where to eat, where to drink and what to see. You can also find special offers on wine, books and accommodation.
Bordeaux
This September (15th -17th), Bordeaux plays host to the European Society of Oncology's 15th Biennial Congress.
Bordeaux is a port city on the Garonne River in southwest France. The historic part of the city is on the UNESCO World Heritage List with more than 
350 classified buildings.
Also, importantly, Bordeaux is famous for its wines, being one of the world's main producers in the wine industry.
Getting there
Air
Bordeaux Merignac Airport is approximately a 30 minute journey from the city centre.
Shuttle buses run from the airport to the town centre every half hour on weekdays, and every 45mins at the weekend. Journey time can be up to 45mins, depending on traffic.
Taxis cost about 20 euros from the airport to the town centre.
Train
The main train station in Bordeaux, SNCF St-Jean Station is about 10mins from the centre.
Things to see and do
The main sites in Bordeaux include:
- Les Quais is good for a nice walk on the shores of the Garonne, enjoying a ride on a ferry boat, viewing a stunning landscape over the bridges of Bordeaux.
- La Victoire for historical monuments
- Have a walk along the Sainte-Catherine street in the Pedestrian Center and enjoy the scenery and shopping
- In Quinconces Square take a look at the fountain monument, tribute to the Girondins.
- Climb the steps of the tower of Saint-Michel, and enjoy the panoramic view of Bordeaux
- Escape from the city at the Jardin Botanique, Bordeaux's Botanical Garden. The garden is the perfect place to take a walk around its many paths, or just sit and relax.
- Wine tours: 
Touring the wineyards and sampling the local wines are one of the greatest pleasures when visiting Bordeaux. It is the second largest wine-growing region in the world and produces over 800 million bottles annually. Tours are available through many operators.
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