Plaza de la Virgen Blanca
The main square at the foot of the old town, with the Battle of Vitoria monument and the church of San Miguel.
Tickets →Vitoria-Gasteiz, Spain
Vitoria-Gasteiz: airports, things to do and where to stay
Vitoria-Gasteiz, the capital of the Basque Country, has an almond-shaped medieval old town and a green belt of parks around the city. It was European Green Capital in 2012.
Vitoria-Gasteiz airports
From the airport to central Vitoria-Gasteiz
Vitoria airport is about 6 km from central Vitoria-Gasteiz.
Autobuses La Unión
Bus to the bus station (about 15 min) and central Vitoria-Gasteiz (about 30 min), with timetables adapted to flights.
Taxi
Rank in the arrivals area. The ride to central Vitoria-Gasteiz, about 8 km away, takes around 15 min.
Vitoria-Gasteiz
Things to do in Vitoria-Gasteiz
Catedral de Santa María
Gothic cathedral at the top of the old town, known for its "open for restoration" guided tours.
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Plaza de España
Neoclassical arcaded square next to the Virgen Blanca, with the town hall and café terraces.
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Humedales de Salburua
Wetland in the green belt, east of the city, with paths for walking and spotting birds and deer.
Tickets →Frequently asked questions
Which airport serves Vitoria-Gasteiz?
Vitoria-Gasteiz is served by Vitoria (VIT).
How far is the airport from central Vitoria-Gasteiz?
Vitoria airport is about 6 km from central Vitoria-Gasteiz.
How do I get from the airport to central Vitoria-Gasteiz?
From Vitoria airport you can take Autobuses La Unión (bus) and Taxi. Pre-booked taxis and private transfers are also available.
What are the must-sees in Vitoria-Gasteiz?
Highlights of Vitoria-Gasteiz include Plaza de la Virgen Blanca, Catedral de Santa María, Plaza de España, and Humedales de Salburua.
Photo credits
- Plaza de la Virgen Blanca: Tim Adams, CC BY 3.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Catedral de Santa María: Zarateman, CC0, Wikimedia Commons
- Plaza de España: José Luis Filpo Cabana, CC BY 3.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Humedales de Salburua: Basotxerri, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons