Tourism in Saint-Jean-de-Luz
Come and discover Saint-Jean-de-Luz, a seaside resort town in the Basque Country since the 19th century. You will find in Saint-Jean-de-Luz an authentic town centre. The pedestrian streets and active small local businesses give rhythm to the life of the town centre.
Near our hotel in Saint-Jean-de-Luz
Here are a few tips to enjoy your stay at the Brit Hotel Paris to the fullest and explore Saint-Jean-de-Luz.
Don’t miss the chance to go the beaches located nearby. Thanks to the club Sportsmer, try nautical activities such as paddleboard, tubing and flyboard. You’re guaranteed to have a blast!
Grab a drink only 500 m from our hotel, at “Le Corsaire” pub. Order a beer or a cocktail with tapas in a friendly atmosphere.
You won’t have time to get bored in Saint-Jean-de-Luz, so go ahead and book your stay at the Brit Hotel de Paris!
Visiting Saint-Jean-de-Luz
Saint-Jean-de-Luz has a strong cultural identity and a history with European influence. In fact, the town hosted the wedding of Louis XIV in 1660, and in Saint-Jean-de-Luz you can visit the Joanoenia, the house of the Infanta, or the square and the Louis XIV house. You will also have the opportunity to enjoy its 5 beaches, with their different atmospheres. If you feel like going for a walk, you can recharge your batteries on the coastal path.
From the edge of the beaches to the edge of the cliffs, you will discover magnificent landscapes. In addition, water sports such as surfing and sailing are available. Saint-Jean-de-Luz has been awarded the "Three Flowers" label, which means that parks and gardens are an integral part of the town. You will have the opportunity to discover the Paul Jovet coastal botanical garden. To go further, you can also visit the Jean Vier Basque Ecomuseum.
What to do in Saint-Jean-de-Luz?
There are outings in Saint-Jean-de-Luz for all tastes. There is a casino for those who like to gamble, but there are also different shows depending on the season. Indeed, you can attend flamenco, pelota, Cesta Punta or Basque song performances.
The city also has two thalassotherapy centres. For a day or for a stay, come and recharge your batteries in Saint-Jean-de-Luz! Between the sea and the mountains, you will find walking and cycling trails all around the town. For those who want to see something other than the beach, you can stop off at the golf course, go for a canoe ride, quad bike ride or even a segway ride! In addition, the Place Louis XIV is animated every Sunday morning with singing and dancing.
Top 5 things to do in Saint-Jean-de-Luz
Here are our Top 5 things to do in Saint-Jean-de-Luz:
- Take a walk along the port, one of the most important in France, and enjoy the view of the town of Ciboure and the house of the infanta (to be visited from June to October)
- Visit the church of Saint Jean-Baptiste, which was the site of the marriage of Louis XIV to the Infanta of Spain and is listed as a Historic Monument.
- Enjoy the most beautiful view of the city, at the Pointe Sainte-Barbe. A unique view awaits you as you walk along the paths of the Pointe.
- Taste excellent local products such as ewe's milk cheese, pâté, Bayonne ham and freshly caught sardines!
- Go to the Halles market, which is open on Tuesday and Friday mornings (and Saturday mornings in summer) to taste a delicious Basque cake, for example.