Durango, Basque Country
Bizkaia · Basque Country · Spain · 28,229 residents
Urkiola Natural Park
Church of Santa María de Uribarri, Durango
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Museo de Arte e Historia de Durango
Lariz DorreaDurango is a town in Bizkaia, Basque Country, Spain, home to around 28,229 people. There are 12 notable places to see in and around town, including Urkiola Natural Park and Church of Santa María de Uribarri, Durango. The nearest airport is Bilbao (BIO), about 24 min by road, with direct flights from the UK.
Why go
- Sights worth the trip: Urkiola Natural Park, Church of Santa María de Uribarri, Durango and Cueva de Askondo.
- Easy to reach: Bilbao (BIO) is 17 miles away with direct flights from the UK.
- Tours, tickets and activities can be booked in advance.
Top sights in Durango
Ranked by how well known they are.
1protected area- 2basilica
Church of Santa María de Uribarri, Durango
In the centre · Photo
minor basilica cultural property in Durango, Spain
- 3cave
Cueva de Askondo
3 miles from the centre · Photo
- 4museum
Museo de Arte e Historia de Durango
In the centre · Photo
- 5palace
Lariz Dorrea
In the centre · Photo
7palaceArana Jauregia, Izurtza
1 mile from the centre · Photo
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8viewpointUrkiolako begiratokia
5 miles from the centre · Photo
9archaeological siteNecrópolis medieval de Momoitio
1 mile from the centre · Photo
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10palaceArribi jauregia
In the centre · Photo
11palaceLejarza jauregia
In the centre · Photo
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12palaceBarrenkale 10 etxea
In the centre · Photo
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cave · 3 miles from the centre
Tours & tickets in Durango
Guided tours, day trips and tickets in and around Durango can be booked in advance, priced in GBP.
See tours & tickets (opens GetYourGuide in a new tab)Where to stay in Durango
Hotels, guesthouses and apartments in Durango are priced in GBP below, most with free cancellation.
Hire a car
The easiest way to reach Durango and the villages around it is a hire car from Bilbao (BIO), about 24 min away.
Best time to visit Durango
Getting there from the UK
By air
- Bilbao (BIO)17 miles, about 24 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
- Santander (SDR)62 miles, about 1 h 28 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
- Zaragoza (ZAZ)132 miles, about 3 h 7 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
By car and ferry
Driving from Calais takes roughly 13 h 25 min without stops. Nearest ferry ports: Bilbao (24 miles), Santander (63 miles).
Durango is good for
Around Durango
Towns and villages within an hour or so.
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Questions people ask
Is Durango worth visiting?
Yes. Durango is known for Urkiola Natural Park, Church of Santa María de Uribarri, Durango and Cueva de Askondo. It works well as a base or as a day trip from the towns nearby.
How do I get to Durango from the UK?
Fly to Bilbao (BIO), which has direct flights from UK airports, then it is about 24 min by road. Santander (SDR) is an alternative, 62 miles away. Driving from Calais takes roughly 13 h 25 min.
Is Durango good for families?
Yes: there are family-friendly attractions nearby, and most activities can be booked in advance.
What is near Durango?
Donostia / San Sebastián (35 miles), Bilbao (16 miles), Gasteiz / Vitoria (22 miles) and Getxo (23 miles) are all within an hour or so.