Bayonne walking tour
Overview
Discover the charm of southern France on a walking tour of Bayonne, the historic capital of the French Basque Country and one of Aquitaine’s most fascinating cities. The guided route begins in the city center and leads you through monuments spanning centuries of history, from the Roman-era Château Vieux and the imposing Memorial to the Dead to the Gothic Cathedral of Saint Mary.
Stroll along Rue Port Neuf, the famous “chocolate street,” where Sephardic Jews introduced cocoa in the 18th century, making Bayonne the birthplace of French artisan chocolate.
The itinerary also includes landmarks such as the neoclassical City Hall, the Church of Saint Andrew, the Saint Esprit Bridge overlooking the citadel, and the Château Neuf, now part of the university. The experience ends at Les Halles market, where Basque gastronomy shines in typical products.
Led by an expert local guide, this tour blends history, architecture, cuisine, and Basque culture in one unforgettable route.
What's Included
- Panoramic views and unique experiences
- Visits to the most iconic landmarks of Bayonne
- Bilingual tour. The guide will speak in Spanish first, then in English
- Expert local guide
- Lunch Food and drinks are not included
- Rain clothes and umbrellas
Meeting Location
Square Pierre Simonet
64100 Bayonne, France
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Quai Dominique Roquebert
64100 Bayonne, France
What To Expect
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Memorial Aux Bayonnais
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Cathedrale Sainte-Marie de Bayonne
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Bayonne Chocolate Street
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Ayuntamiento De Bayona
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Eglise Saint-Andre
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Les Halles de Bayonne
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour is bilingual. The guide will provide all explanations in both Spanish and English.
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately.
- 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.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Panoramic views and unique experiences.
- Visits to the most iconic landmarks of Bayonne.
- Bilingual tour. The guide will speak in Spanish first, then in English.
- Expert local guide.
- Lunch. Food and drinks are not included.
- Rain clothes and umbrellas.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Bayonne walking tour is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Bayonne walking tour will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Panoramic views and unique experiences
- Visits to the most iconic landmarks of Bayonne
- Bilingual tour. The guide will speak in Spanish first, then in English
- Expert local guide
- LunchFood and drinks are not included
- Rain clothes and umbrellas
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour is bilingual. The guide will provide all explanations in both Spanish and English.
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately.
- 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.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
