Biarritz

France

Things to do in Biarritz:

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Biarritz Restaurants

Cheap (16)

Casa Juan Pedro

Enjoy a tasty lunch overlooking the busy port. The fresh cod steaks are deliciously delicate. read more
Affordable (16)

Chez ta Mere

Enjoy some hearty, wholesome home cooking in this romantic little restaurant. The menu changes daily according to what's been pulled off the boats, but fish is always the star of the show. read more
Good quality (13)

Transat Caf�

Now that the weather has improved a little, take full advantage on this perfect rooftop restaurant, known for its fabulously fresh produce. read more

Biarritz Nightlife

Chilled (16)

Les 100 Marches

Les 100 Marches is a log cabin overlooking the C�te des Basques, making it one of the best sites for an aperitif. read more
Live Music (9)

La Luna Negra

A cosy cabaret bar featuring live blues, jazz, rock and theatre on weekends. read more
Clubbing (11)

Le Caveau

This trendy, long-standing Euro-house disco in the city centre is open seven days a week, providing a real party atmosphere every night. read more

This Month in Biarritz (March):

By Steve Bilsborough

Shopping: Splash the cash on a bike, scooter or car at Location 2 Roues. This great hire shop gives you the opportunity to explore the more hidden parts of Biarritz (24 Rue Peyroloubilh, tel: 05 5924 9447).

Sightseeing: The Sea Museum offers a fun day out for all ages. There are hundreds of examples of marine life on show, and visitors can even come face to face with a shark (Esplanade du Rocher de la Vierge, tel: 05 5922 7540, museedelamer.com).

Key areas: The Basque cultural festival, Bi Harriz Lau Xori, is a fantastic spectacle. On 23-28 March there will be a week of traditional song and dance, as well as interesting conferences about Basque heritage and language.

Day trips: Bayonne is a quaint town that's easily accessible on public transport (the bus journey takes 25 minutes). Whether you like visiting monuments, learning about the local culture or sampling top-class gastronomy, Bayonne has something for everyone (bayonne.fr).

Biarritz Trivia

March: The traditional Basque sport Jai Alai (similar to squash) is the fastest sport in the world, with balls travelling at speeds of up to 188mph.
February: Biarritz blue is a colour coined by the automobile sector to refer to the deep blue paint that is used for certain flashy cars.
January: The owners of the pretty, traditional fishermen's houses along the seafront aren't allowed to sleep there. A law has been passed prohibiting anybody from staying in them overnight.