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.
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.
Plaza de España
Neoclassical arcaded square next to the Virgen Blanca, with the town hall and café terraces.
Humedales de Salburua
Wetland in the green belt, east of the city, with paths for walking and spotting birds and deer.
Where to stay in Vitoria-Gasteiz
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