Explore Les Halles Market
City Center 1.5 hrs
Savor local Basque delicacies and fresh produce.
Where to stay
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At a glance
Climate
Temperate
Languages
French and Basque
Local currency
EUR
(EUR)
Local time
(GMT+2)
Ideal trip length
3–7 days
Cost level
4 of 5 · our research
Suggested area to stay
Grande Plage
Tap water
Generally described as safe to drink
Tipping
Service included, optional small tip
What this place is for
History
95 · Outstanding
Culture
90 · Outstanding
Food
90 · Outstanding
Family
75 · Good
Our own 0–100 ratings for this one destination. They describe a city; they are not a league table of cities.
Food to try
Marmitako
Gâteau Basque
Chipirons
Axoa
When to visit Biarritz
How good each month is here, on this destination's own scale. It compares months within this city, never one city against another.
Best months: July
Busiest: Jul-Aug
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Jan30
Cold, quiet
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Feb35
Cool, often grey
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Mar45
Mild, awakening
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Apr60
Pleasant, blooming
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May75
Warm, sunny
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Jun85
Hot, vibrant
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Jul95
Hot, very busy
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Aug90
Hot, crowded
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Sept80
Warm, pleasant
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Oct60
Mild, rainy
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Nov40
Cool, windy
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Dec35
Cool, festive
Things to do in Biarritz
7 places worth your time, grouped by when they are at their best.
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Best in the morning
1 place
Best in the afternoon
2 places
Surf lessons at Côte des Basques
Côte des Basques 2 hrs
Catch waves at Biarritz's iconic surf beach.
Walk to Rocher de la Vierge
Port Vieux 1 hr
Cross the Gustave Eiffel bridge to the Virgin's Rock for panoramic views.
Any time of day
4 places
Visit the Biarritz Aquarium
Port Vieux 2.5 hrs
Discover marine life from the Bay of Biscay and beyond.
Stroll along Grande Plage
Grande Plage 1.5 hrs
Enjoy the iconic main beach with its striped tents and casino.
Indulge in Thalassotherapy
Various 3 hrs
Experience sea-water based spa treatments for relaxation.
Discover the Cité de l'Océan
Ilbarritz 2 hrs
Engage with interactive exhibits about the ocean and surfing.
Things to book
Tours and activities in Biarritz
Guided tours, day trips and tickets to book alongside your stay.
Standard tour
Private Tour of Saint Jean de Luz and Biarritz with driver and optional guide
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Private 3-hour Walking Tour of Biarritz with official tour guide
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Activity tour
Basque Coast Private Photographic Walk
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Standard tour
Nautical Excursion in Spain between Hondarribia and Pasaia
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Activity tour
Cetacean Observation by Boat in the Basque Country
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Standard tour
Sea Excursion by Boat in Biarritz
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Standard tour
Sea trip along the Basque Coast, Departure from Saint-Jean-de-Luz
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Activity tour
Boat trip in Biarritz
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Practical ratings
Our own ratings and key insights for this destination.
Near Biarritz
Straight-line distance from the centre of Biarritz.
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