Rocher de la Vierge
Rock linked to the shore by an iron footbridge, with a statue of the Virgin and ocean views.
Biarritz, France
Biarritz: airports, things to do and where to stay
Biarritz is the elegant seaside resort of the French Basque coast and the birthplace of European surfing. It combines Atlantic beaches, cliffs and architecture from the era when it was Empress Eugénie's summer residence.
Biarritz airports
From the airport to central Biarritz
Biarritz-Pays Basque airport is about 3 km from central Biarritz.
Txik Txak 3
City bus to Bayonne (as far as the train station) and Saint-Jean-de-Luz, every 15 min on weekdays and less often at weekends.
Txik Txak 8 / 11
Line 8 runs to Biarritz train station (Monday to Friday) and line 11 to central Biarritz and Anglet (Monday to Saturday).
Taxi
Taxi and ride-hailing rank next to the terminal, on the arrivals side. Central Biarritz is about 5-10 min away.
Biarritz
Things to do in Biarritz
Grande Plage
The main beach, with the casino and the Hôtel du Palais, once the residence of Napoleon III and Eugénie.
Phare de Biarritz
Lighthouse on the Pointe Saint-Martin; from the top you can see the whole Basque coast.
Musée de la Mer
Aquarium in an art deco building facing the ocean, with seals and fish from the Bay of Biscay.
Frequently asked questions
Which airport serves Biarritz?
Biarritz is served by Biarritz-Pays Basque (BIQ).
How far is the airport from central Biarritz?
Biarritz-Pays Basque airport is about 3 km from central Biarritz.
How do I get from the airport to central Biarritz?
From Biarritz-Pays Basque airport you can take Txik Txak 3 (bus), Txik Txak 8 / 11 (bus), and Taxi. Pre-booked taxis and private transfers are also available.
What are the must-sees in Biarritz?
Highlights of Biarritz include Rocher de la Vierge, Grande Plage, Phare de Biarritz, and Musée de la Mer.
Photo credits
- Rocher de la Vierge: Jörg Braukmann, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Grande Plage: W. Bulach, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Phare de Biarritz: Christian David, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Musée de la Mer: Artistosteles, CC BY 4.0, Wikimedia Commons