Bayonne walking tour
Overview
Discover the charm of southern France on a walking tour of Bayonne, the historic capital of the French Basque Country and one of Aquitaine’s most fascinating cities. The guided route begins in the city center and leads you through monuments spanning centuries of history, from the Roman-era Château Vieux and the imposing Memorial to the Dead to the Gothic Cathedral of Saint Mary.
Stroll along Rue Port Neuf, the famous “chocolate street,” where Sephardic Jews introduced cocoa in the 18th century, making Bayonne the birthplace of French artisan chocolate.
The itinerary also includes landmarks such as the neoclassical City Hall, the Church of Saint Andrew, the Saint Esprit Bridge overlooking the citadel, and the Château Neuf, now part of the university. The experience ends at Les Halles market, where Basque gastronomy shines in typical products.
Led by an expert local guide, this tour blends history, architecture, cuisine, and Basque culture in one unforgettable route.
What's Included
- Panoramic views and unique experiences
- Visits to the most iconic landmarks of Bayonne
- Bilingual tour. The guide will speak in Spanish first, then in English
- Expert local guide
- Lunch Food and drinks are not included
- Rain clothes and umbrellas
Meeting Location
Square Pierre Simonet
64100 Bayonne, France
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Quai Dominique Roquebert
64100 Bayonne, France
What To Expect
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Memorial Aux Bayonnais
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Cathedrale Sainte-Marie de Bayonne
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Bayonne Chocolate Street
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Ayuntamiento De Bayona
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Eglise Saint-Andre
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Les Halles de Bayonne
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour is bilingual. The guide will provide all explanations in both Spanish and English.
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately.
- A minimum of 3 adults is required, among all bookings, for the tour to go ahead. If the minimum group for carrying out the activity would not be reached, an alternative date or full refund would be offered. If your booking was below this number we will contact you at least 2 days in advance to inform you in case the minimum group size was not covered by this stage. Please feel free to contact us anytime to confirm the total amount of bookings for your tour date.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
- Operated by a business
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Activity code: C-40961P103
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