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Biarritz Attractions
Your guide to the top places to visit in Biarritz, France, from cliffs to casinos.
Things to do in Biarritz – top Biarritz must-see attractions
Biarritz is a coastal city where Belle Époque grandeur meets Basque culture, and its landmarks tell that story well. You'll find everything from Art Deco seafronts to Gothic cathedrals and towering lighthouses. Watch sharks at the Aquarium de Biarritz, climb to the 360° panorama at Phare de Biarritz, or cross the iron bridge to the iconic Rocher de la Vierge. Here's the full rundown of the best places to visit in Biarritz, France.
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Rocher de la Vierge
Why visit?
- Iron bridge by Eiffel
- Virgin Mary statue
- Panoramic ocean views
Aquarium de Biarritz
Why visit?
- 60+ marine tanks
- Jellyfish panoramic pool
- Live seal exhibits
Phare de Biarritz
Why visit?
- 360° Atlantic panorama
- 47m tower built 1834
- Cliffside coastal walks
Cité de l'Océan
Why visit?
- 3D ocean film screenings
- Interactive ocean exhibits
- Surf culture displays
Cathédrale Sainte-Marie de Bayonne
Why visit?
- Flamboyant Gothic nave
- One of France's largest cloisters
- 13th-century foundations
Casino Barrière Biarritz
Why visit?
- Art Nouveau facade
- Seafront gaming rooms
- On-site brasserie dining
Église Saint-Jean-Baptiste de Saint-Jean-de-Luz
Why visit?
- Louis XIV 1660 wedding site
- Ornate gilded altarpiece
- 14th-century bell tower
Chapelle Impériale
Why visit?
- Built for Empress Eugénie
- Moorish-Byzantine interior
- Napoléon III-era tiles
Église Sainte-Eugénie de Biarritz
Why visit?
- Neo-Gothic stone facade
- Stained glass windows
- Inaugurated in 1856
Gare du Midi
Why visit?
- Art Nouveau train station
- Live concerts and shows
- Home of Malandain Ballet