Walking tour of Saint Jean de Luz

Duration1h 30m

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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesEnglish, Spanish

Group sizeUp to 15 travelers

Overview

Discover the charm of San Juan de Luz, one of Aquitaine’s most picturesque towns, on a cultural and culinary walking tour. Begin at Les Halles market, where colorful stalls showcase local produce, then stroll through the old town’s narrow streets lined with traditional Basque houses. Visit the Church of Saint John the Baptist, site of King Louis XIV’s wedding to Infanta Maria Theresa of Spain.

Continue along the fishing harbor, witnessing the town’s seafaring heritage, and enjoy views of the Basque French coast. Learn local legends and taste the famous Saint Jean de Luz macarons, a sweet emblem of the town’s culture.

What's included

Panoramic views and unique experiences.
Bilingual tour. The guide will speak in Spanish first, then in English.
Local expert guide
Visit to Saint-Jean-De-Luz's most iconic landmarks.

Rain clothes and umbrellas
Food and drinks are not included

What to expect

20m

We’ll begin by talking about some of the region’s star products, including Piment d’Espelette, Bayonne ham, local cheeses, and more.
La Rue Gambetta
5m

Town's main shopping street. We will mention a few regional products and the interesting story about Mr. Léon Gambetta.
Eglise Saint-Jean-Baptiste
20m

Visit the historic Church of Saint John the Baptist, the site of one of the most important royal weddings of the 17th century.
15m

Afterwards, we’ll make our way to the Grande Plage, where we’ll admire several iconic buildings such as the Grand Hôtel, the Fort de Socoa, and the Casino.
20m

In the square, we’ll discover the Louis XIV Palace, shops related to the historic royal wedding, and learn about the story of the original macaron.
10m

Finally, in front of the Queen’s Palace, we’ll arrive at the harbor, the largest in the French Basque region, where we’ll discuss the traditions of local fishing.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meeting point: Right in front of the main gate of Saint-Jean-de-Luz Market (15 Av. Joachim Labrouche). The guide will be holding a lanyard with the company’s name. Please kindly note that the market has three different entrances — make sure you are at the one with the clock and the fountain.

End point

Meeting point: Right in front of the main gate of Saint-Jean-de-Luz Market (15 Av. Joachim Labrouche). The guide will be holding a lanyard with the company’s name. Please kindly note that the market has three different entrances — make sure you are at the one with the clock and the fountain.

Additional information

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
This tour is bilingual. The guide will provide all explanations in both Spanish and English.
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.
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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