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Biarritz, the queen of the beaches, is a must-see for lovers of culture and seascapes. In one day, explore 16 iconic sites, including the Sea Museum, the Virgin Rock and the elegant Casino de Biarritz. Stroll the Plateau de l’Atalaye and admire the ocean view, or discover the local gastronomy at Les Halles. This walking tour allows you to immerse yourself in the imperial history of the city while enjoying its beautiful beaches.
- Discover the most beautiful sites of Biarritz in one day
- Walking tour of 4.5 km, ideal for all ages
- Includes stops at emblematic places such as the Rocher de la Vierge and the fishermen's port
- Perfect for lovers of Basque culture, nature and gastronomy
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
We build our circuits in the form of a loop so that you can easily start the tour at the point closest to you, the guidance will adapt automatically. If you are nearby, we recommend this ideal Check-out Point.
Itinerary
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This beautiful Art Deco building you have in front of you is the Biarritz Aquarium, formerly called the Sea Museum. Its beautiful white facade hides one of the largest aquariums in France for the discovery of aquatic fauna.
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This whole part around you is called the Atalaye Plateau. Atalaye means headland in Basque.
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Port des Pecheurs (Pass by)
You know, here you are, on the old fishing port. Look at these pretty typical houses, white and red, they're called crampottes.
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There is nothing like small advances on the sea to take a bluish horizon bath. You have, from the tip of Rocher du Basta, a superb view of the fishermen’s harbour and the Sainte-Eugénie church on the one hand and the large beach and lighthouse on the other.
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Casino Barrière Biarritz (Pass by)
Another emblematic monument of Biarritz, here is its famous Art Deco casino!! Try to get back in the mood of the time. This is the '20s.
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Hôtel du Palais Biarritz - The Unbound Collection by Hyatt (Pass by)
When Napoleon, third in name, realized that his wife Eugénie had set her sights on this small seaside town, he had to realize that he was going to have to do something about their accommodation.
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You may not know it, but the city of Biarritz is dotted with a few Russian touches here and there. The Orthodox church you have before you is a beautiful witness to the passage of the Russian aristocracy, at the end of the 19th and beginning of the 20th century.
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The beautiful chapel you see is the imperial chapel that served as a place of worship for Napoleon III and Empress Eugenie. Very pious, she regularly visits the church and now wishes to gather in a private chapel.
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Mercado Les Halles (Pass by)
Review for Basque flavour lovers, know that 150m away, in the Avenue Victor Hugo which opens on your left, are the Halles de Biarritz. We will not lie to each other, no visit to any city in France is complete without a stop in its gastronomic den!
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So here you are on Place Bellevue. With a name like that, you expect a pretty good view and you are served! This square, like a gazebo on the ocean, overlooks the large beach.
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You are now taking Mazagran Street, the most typical street in Biarritz! If locals and visitors like it as much, it’s for its lively atmosphere and charm with Basque accents.
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This is the magnificent Gothic church of Sainte-Eugénie, overlooking the ocean majestically. Before its construction, there was the chapel of Our Lady of Mercy.
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La Cote des Basques (Pass by)
Sorry to have made you go up Dalbarade Street like this, it’s promised now you’ll only get off! But it must be admitted that the view that opens up before you was worth it.
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This is the famous Villa Belza whose mysterious profile perched on the cliff side has become the emblem of the city. Its name Belza which means black in Basque, its proximity to the devil's hole and its rocky look with its medieval keep and pepper turret, have always fed the legends of the region.
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Plage Port-Vieux de Biarritz (Pass by)
We now overlook the pretty cove of Port Vieux. With its fake Mediterranean look, this beach is a natural pool very popular with families.
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Rocher de la Vierge (Pass by)
Here you are finally facing this emblematic image of Biarritz!! The Virgin’s Rock is inseparable from the image of the city and its history is intimately linked to its maritime and imperial past!
Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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