Getaria, Spain

Getaria

A Basque fishing village famous for grilled fish and txakoli wine.

  • All year
  • 1 night
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Things to do

2 days in Getaria

Day 1

  1. MorningWalk out to the 'mouse' island, El Ratón, at the end of the harbour.
  2. AfternoonVisit the Cristóbal Balenciaga Museum, the fashion designer born here.
  3. EveningHave grilled fish at a restaurant with an outdoor grill in the old town.

Day 2

Walk the coastal path to Zumaia's flysch cliffs.

What to eat

Grilled turbot, rodaballo, and a glass of txakoli.

Local tips

Make the most of Getaria

Beat the crowds

Summer weekends are busy. Weekdays are calm.

Best photo spot

The mouse-shaped island of San Antón from the harbour.

Getting there

Buses run from San Sebastián and Zarautz, about 30 minutes.

Don't miss nearby

Zarautz beach and the coastal path to it, and Zumaia's flysch cliffs.

Good to know

Fish is grilled outside on the streets in big grills. Try txakoli, the local white wine, poured from a height.

Secret spots

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Plan your visit

Getting to Getaria

Getting there

  • San Sebastián Airport (EAS)35 km away
  • Bilbao Airport (BIO)55 km away
  • San Sebastián18 km away
  • Bilbao60 km away

Reachable by car or public transport; a car gives you more freedom to explore the area. Distances are in a straight line.

At a glance

Best timeAll year
TypeHidden town
Good forCoast, Food
Getting thereCar or public transport
Stay1 night
CountrySpain

Questions

Getaria: good to know

Is Getaria worth visiting?

Yes, especially if you like the coast and food. A Basque fishing village famous for grilled fish and txakoli wine.

How many days do you need in Getaria?

Plan 1 night. Our free 2-day plan above shows how to spend your time.

When is the best time to visit Getaria?

You can visit all year. Summer weekends are busy. Weekdays are calm.

How do you get to Getaria?

The nearest airport is San Sebastián Airport (EAS), about 35 km away. Buses run from San Sebastián and Zarautz, about 30 minutes.

What is there to see near Getaria?

Nearby hidden places include San Sebastián (18 km), Bilbao (59 km) and Pamplona (71 km).

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