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By Local Experts Tours

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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 colourful 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 harbour, 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.

Activity location

  • Les Halles de St Jean de Luz
    • 18b Boulevard Victor Hugo
    • 64500, Saint-Jean-de-Luz, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • 15 Av. Joachim Labrouche
    • 15 Avenue Joachim Labrouche
    • 64500, Saint-Jean-de-Luz, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France

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What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Panoramic views and unique experiences.
  • Inclusions
    Bilingual tour. The guide will speak in Spanish first, then in English.
  • Inclusions
    Local expert guide
  • Inclusions
    Visit to Saint-Jean-De-Luz's most iconic landmarks.
  • Exclusions
    Rain clothes and umbrellas
  • Exclusions
    Food and drinks are not included

Know before you book

    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transport options are available nearby
    • Specialised infant seats are available
    • Transport 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.

Activity itinerary

Les Halles de St Jean de Luz

  • 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 storey 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.

Grande Plage

  • 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.

Place Louis XIV

  • 20m
In the square, we’ll discover the Louis XIV Palace, shops related to the historic royal wedding, and learn about the storey of the original macaron.

Port de Saint-Jean-de-Luz

  • 10m
Finally, in front of the Queen’s Palace, we’ll arrive at the harbour, the largest in the French Basque region, where we’ll discuss the traditions of local fishing.

Location

Activity location

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    Les Halles de St Jean de Luz
    • 18b Boulevard Victor Hugo
    • 64500, Saint-Jean-de-Luz, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    15 Av. Joachim Labrouche
    • 15 Avenue Joachim Labrouche
    • 64500, Saint-Jean-de-Luz, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France

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