Day Itinerary
15 Activities
Day 3
5 mi2 mi
The Medieval City at the Confluence of the Nive and Adur Rivers
An ancient walled city, the last day of the route is devoted entirely to discovering Bayonne. Strolling through the narrow streets of the historic centre and crossing the bridges over the river Nive for panoramic views are two of the main attractions.
There are several well-preserved sites from medieval times, such as the cathedral and the old castle. You can also take a short break in nature, visiting the botanical garden.
There are several well-preserved sites from medieval times, such as the cathedral and the old castle. You can also take a short break in nature, visiting the botanical garden.
4.6 mi
20 min
10:005 min
Parking Fairground
Parking
Open Details
Arrived in Bayonne! Outdoor parking located near the botanical garden with plenty of parking spaces. Walking, in only five minutes you reach the historical centre.
0.3 mi
5 min
10:1515 min
Remparts de Bayonne
Landmark
Open Details
The ancient city walls now blend in with a beautifully landscaped park, the place that welcomes you to the sites to see within the historic centre.
There are even benches to sit and relax to the sounds of birds.
There are even benches to sit and relax to the sounds of birds.
0.2 mi
5 min
10:4530 min
Cathédrale Sainte-Marie de Bayonne
Landmark
Open Details
Gothic style is the main attraction of Bayonne. Its two imposing towers and its interior with stained-glass windows, paintings, and walls where the golden colour shines are a real beauty.
The visit is complemented by the cloister, where there are views of the side facade of the church and the two towers. Access is free of charge.
Open Hours: Monday to Saturday: 8:00 - 18:30. Sunday: 8:00 - 19:00.
The visit is complemented by the cloister, where there are views of the side facade of the church and the two towers. Access is free of charge.
Open Hours: Monday to Saturday: 8:00 - 18:30. Sunday: 8:00 - 19:00.
0.2 mi
5 min
11:2030 min
Musée du jambon Aubard
Landmark
Open Details
It is a small museum with free access that tells about the history of Bayonne ham, the typical gastronomic product of the area.
During the tour there is a small tasting and there is a store to buy ham and other Basque sausages to take as a gift or taste it yourself.
Open Hours: Monday to Saturday: 8:30 - 19:30. Sunday: 10:00 - 14:00, 15:00 - 18:00.
During the tour there is a small tasting and there is a store to buy ham and other Basque sausages to take as a gift or taste it yourself.
Open Hours: Monday to Saturday: 8:30 - 19:30. Sunday: 10:00 - 14:00, 15:00 - 18:00.
0.1 mi
5 min
12:0015 min
Carreau des Halles
Open Details
Beautiful covered market on the banks of the Nive River with bars, food stalls and shops selling regional products such as cheese, sausages, and meats.
Although it is visited by many tourists, the atmosphere is of local people buying or consuming in the food stalls.
Although it is visited by many tourists, the atmosphere is of local people buying or consuming in the food stalls.
0.1 mi
5 min
12:301 hr 30 min
Une Bouteille à la Nive
Restaurant
Open Details
Tapas bar with a wide range of cocktails, beers, and wines. Tino typical products of the region to try such as cheese and ham.
If the day is not rainy, the outdoor terrace next to the river Nive is the ideal place to eat with views of the typical Basque houses.
Open Hours: All days: 11:30 - 2:00.
If the day is not rainy, the outdoor terrace next to the river Nive is the ideal place to eat with views of the typical Basque houses.
Open Hours: All days: 11:30 - 2:00.
0.2 mi
5 min
14:1515 min
Église Saint-André
Church
Open Details
Built in the heyday of Napoleon III, its neo-Gothic style is well-marked. It was built on the site of the former college of Bayonne and next to the Capuchin church that was later demolished.
In part, it resembles the church of Notre-Dame in Paris, especially for its main facade with the large rose window. In its interior the stained-glass windows and the organ stand out.
In part, it resembles the church of Notre-Dame in Paris, especially for its main facade with the large rose window. In its interior the stained-glass windows and the organ stand out.
0.2 mi
5 min
14:451 hr
Musée Basque
Museum
Open Details
One of the best museums to learn about Basque history, especially that of Bayonne. Its explanations cover the daily life of the French Basques: from their origins and language, through work activities, architecture, etc.
The museum is housed in La Maison Dagourette, a beautiful 17th century port mansion.
Open Hours: Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday: 10:00 - 18:00. Thursday: 13:00 - 20:00.
The museum is housed in La Maison Dagourette, a beautiful 17th century port mansion.
Open Hours: Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday: 10:00 - 18:00. Thursday: 13:00 - 20:00.
0.3 mi
10 min
16:0015 min
Château-Vieux - Gaztelu Zaharra
Landmark
Open Details
The old castle has its origin in the 11th century, when the Romans used it as a military camp.
Later, the Viscounts of Labourd transformed it into a fortress. Nowadays, only the outer part with its walls and towers can be seen, since inside it is still a military barracks.
Later, the Viscounts of Labourd transformed it into a fortress. Nowadays, only the outer part with its walls and towers can be seen, since inside it is still a military barracks.
0.1 mi
5 min
16:2030 min
Bayonne Botanical Garden
Park
Open Details
In an elevated area with respect to the historic centre, it is a quiet green space designed in the Japanese garden style with bridges, walkways and different species of plants and fauna.
A haven of tranquillity in the middle of the medieval city.
Open Hours: Tuesday to Saturday: 10:00 - 18:00.
A haven of tranquillity in the middle of the medieval city.
Open Hours: Tuesday to Saturday: 10:00 - 18:00.
0.3 mi
10 min
17:0015 min
Bayonne City Hall
Capitol Building
Open Details
The town hall has a privileged location, at the confluence of the Nive and Adour rivers.
Four stories high and built in stone, its arches in the lower part and the central balcony, always adorned with colourful flowers, stand out.
Four stories high and built in stone, its arches in the lower part and the central balcony, always adorned with colourful flowers, stand out.
0.2 mi
5 min
17:2030 min
Léon Bonnat Garden
Park
Open Details
Created by Léon-Bonnat, this is a classic French garden where symmetry reigns. Surrounded by shrubs, it features a large central pond and a wrought-iron gate that has been in place since the garden was created.
It is located on the banks of the river Adour.
0.2 mi
5 min
18:0015 min
Daranatz
Restaurants
Open Details
Another of Bayonne's typical products is chocolate, with shops with a long history in the manufacture of this sweet.
This chocolate shop dates back to the end of the 19th century and has many varieties to taste and buy: bars, caramels, marzipan and petit fours.
Open Hours: Monday to Saturday: 9:15 - 19:00.
This chocolate shop dates back to the end of the 19th century and has many varieties to taste and buy: bars, caramels, marzipan and petit fours.
Open Hours: Monday to Saturday: 9:15 - 19:00.
0.2 mi
5 min
18:201 hr 30 min
Brasserie BASA
Restaurant
Open Details
Stylish restaurant just metres from the cathedral. All preparations are homemade with organic garden produce, quality meats and fish.
Excellent service, well presented and plentiful dishes. It is not the cheapest in Bayonna but you are sure to be satisfied.
Open Hours: Monday to Saturday: 12:00 - 22:00. Sunday: 11:00 - 1:30
Excellent service, well presented and plentiful dishes. It is not the cheapest in Bayonna but you are sure to be satisfied.
Open Hours: Monday to Saturday: 12:00 - 22:00. Sunday: 11:00 - 1:30
0.3 mi
5 min
19:55
Bayonne
If you have time to extend your trip, just stay in Bayonne for a night and explore its surroundings tomorrow.
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