Discover Biarritz (France)
Biarritz is a stylish seaside town on the Bay of Biscay on the border of France and Spain. This once tranquil fishing village became a popular bourgeois holiday destination for well-heeled French families in the 19th century. Nowadays, the sparkling glamour may not shine quite so brightly, but Biarritz still exudes an alluring old-fashioned elegance, intermingled with a bohemian, laid-back ambience and a growing art scene. Residing at the foot of the French Pyrenees, enchanting sun-kissed beaches boast dreamy views of the Basque Coast, and the town has become a popular destination for surfing. Along bustling pedestrianized avenues, holidaymakers browse boutique shops and stroll along the seafront promenade of La Grande Plage before retiring to dine on fresh seafood or in one of the Spanish influenced tapas bars.
Biarritz is a French city located in the Bay of Biscay in the South West corner of the country. Being located by the coast makes it a great destination for a summer holiday with some great beaches, a very warm climate and very good waves for surfers. It also has a rich culture and history with many historical sights to see around the city and charming local people who are delighted to welcome tourists to enjoy their beautiful city.
Museums There are various museums around Biarritz dealing with a variety of topics. One of these popular museums is the Asiatica museum which houses art from all over the Asian region including China and India. More information about this museum can be found. There is also the Museum of the Sea which houses fish from all over the world in aquariums for visitors to admire and the Museum of Chocolate which tells of the rich history of chocolate and will give you an insight into how chocolate is made.
Other Sights of Interest and places to visit. If it is not a museum that you want to visit on a day out in Biarritz and you want something perhaps a little bit more exhilarating then you could always visit one of the two casinos nearby, the Bellevue and the Barriere and try your luck out. There is also an opportunity in Biarritz to see some history of the city with a visit to one of the historical churches including St Martin's Church and the 19th century Russian Orthodox Church with a distinctive blue dome on it. And as mentioned earlier Biarritz is a great place to come surfing and every year the Biarritz Surf Festival is held and is one of the top events of its kind in Europe.
