City break in Biarritz. Active leisure ideas for Biarritz - attractions, recreation and nightlife

Biarritz is a perfect place of rest for lovers of sports, nightlife and shopping. Tourists, who enjoy gambling, will also find much interesting in this city – the local Municipal Casino is one of the most popular destinations among fans of gambling. The casino is known for a widest selection of various slot machines and a large hall dedicated to board games. Fans of nighttime entertainments are welcome in numerous bars, clubs and discos of the city. If dancing is your true love, you should definitely visit Bar Le Cayo Coco. Every night the huge dance floor of the club gathers numerous fans of Latin dancing. The bar regularly organizes master classes lead by experienced dancers, where beginners can learn how to dance salsa and tango.

When it comes to night clubs, the most popular one is Le Copa Cobana, which attracts visitors by its diverse cultural program. Fans of music of progressive directions will surely fall in love with the club Le Caveau, which have already become a permanent venue for various music concerts, exciting presentations, and other fun activities. Biarritz is famous for its beautiful beaches that are a perfect destination for various outdoor activities. For example, Chambre d'Amour Beach has become the favorite place of fans of windsurfing. The territory of the beach is also the location of a sports school, several sports equipment shops and rental offices where you can buy or rent all necessary equipment for this amazing sport. Spacious and sandy beaches will become the most favorite place of rest among tourists with children, and fans of elite sport will be surely impressed by the local golf club that can be found nearby.

We should definitely mention that the suburban areas of Biarritz are also worth your attention. They are the location of several high class golf clubs, a modern race track and even a riding school. If surfing is your love, you are definitely recommended to move your feet to Grand Beach, which attracts sportsmen of absolutely different skills level. The local embankment is an ideal place for unhurried evening walks. While enjoying your walk, you will see numerous souvenir shops and cafes on your way. You can easily see leisurely strolling couples even late at night, and in the afternoon the embankment is the most favorite place of rest of noisy companies who play pelota (the local ball game.) Tourists, who are lucky enough to arrive in Biarritz in summer, will be able to attend the local festival of surfing that takes place in the city every year. This is just one of the few sporting events, which always attract a huge number of travelers. Copyright www.orangesmile.com

Besides traditional surfing, Biarritz offers such water activities as fishing (for example, through hiring a vessel from Glenn Delporte) or surfing yoga (Ocean Yoga Biarritz provides this kind of services). At tourists' disposal are the best beaches of the European capital of surfing. Among them is La Côte des Basques offering a magnificent view of the nearby rocks. This is one of the most romantic places in all of France (yes, such places can not only be found in Paris). Plage de la Milady is another attractive place for tourists, less crowded than famous La Côte des Basques. Miramar Beach is even less popular, however, this does not prevent it from being another great place for sunbathing, admiring the seascapes and bathing.

There are quite a lot of sights in the city, and many tourists, as well as local people, prefer hiring transport to explore them. It is recommended to use the services of local companies offering bike rentals (Pedego or Bike Basque). Besides being good for health, such bicycle tours are easy and convenient. To feel the adrenaline in your blood sitting on a Helicopter passenger seat please contact Aéroclub Basque. In addition, those enjoying this kind of extreme services get unimaginably beautiful views of Biarritz and rock cliffs' expanses.

Well, to feel like a pilot, make a visit to AviaSim Biarritz - it's just a perfect place for any gamer. Want to swim in a pool? Be sure to contact Le Grand Large or Piscine Municipale. Camping enthusiasts will find the best entertainment in such institutions as Camping Le Pavillon Royal Camping Erreka or Camping Bela Basque-Parme. The locals are very fond of relaxing in nature, and therefore all the facilities offering this type of recreation provide top-level services.

Arriving in Biarritz with small travelers, parents should think about visiting such entertainment centers as Funny Play Parc de jeux pour enfants and Bid'a Parc, as well as Patinoire municipale d'Anglet a skating rink. Aquarium de Biarritz is perhaps an ideal place in Biarritz where everyone can have a good rest, both adults and children. Nearby is a very beautiful bridge with the name of Rocher de la Vierge. This is the place where you can feel the taste and value of life. Another interesting park where both kids and their parents have a good time is Parc écologique Izadia.

Besides the above-mentioned Municipal Casino, the city can offer Casino Barrière de Biarritz no less appreciated by the locals. There are lots of sports facilities in the city, as a confirmation of the fact that it is a common practice here to keep healthy. These are Gymnase Halle Sportive, Trinquet Saint Martin, Carré Fitness, and Le Gant d'Or and Thalmar. At the same time, visiting Hippodrome des Fleurs racing track would be unforgettable for those who enjoy watching sports tournaments. One more good place for this is Stade La Floride where football matches are held.

Among the local museums, Planete Musee du Chocolat Biarritz stands out in a special way. Its visiting is killing two birds with one stone, because here, in addition to learning the history of chocolate and watching entertaining exhibits, you can also buy some interesting souvenirs and, of course, the chocolate itself. Needless to say, children will be delighted with such a pastime. Musee Historique de Biarritz is compulsory for city guests who want to get acquainted with the history of the city. Art galleries that should never be ignored are Musee Bellevue, Galerie D'art Barthelemy Bouscayrol, Ateliers des Artistes de la Milady. Musée Asiatica dedicated to the culture of Asia is also very recommended to visit.

For a cultural entertainment, tourists and local residents prefer to go to Gare du Midi Theater, and for a peace and tranquility - to spas. The best ones are Spa Alaena, Ayurveda Biarritz, Naozen, and Hammam-Biarritz. At night time, locals and tourists are entertained by such establishments as Le Duplex (for fans of noisy parties), Palacito Café (liked by those preferring calm and quiet gatherings), Play Boy Club (intended for those wishing to dance all night long), La Tete a l'Envers (created especially for beer lovers).