Eibar, Basque Country
Gipuzkoa · Basque Country · Spain · 27,406 residents
Casas de Unzueta
Isasi Jauregia (Markeskua)
Aldatze Jauregia
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Convent of the Concepción, EibarEibar is a town in Gipuzkoa, Basque Country, Spain, home to around 27,406 people. There are 7 notable places to see in and around town, including Casas de Unzueta and Isasi Jauregia (Markeskua). The nearest airport is Bilbao (BIO), about 33 min by road, with direct flights from the UK.
Why go
- Sights worth the trip: Casas de Unzueta, Isasi Jauregia (Markeskua) and Aldatze Jauregia.
- Easy to reach: Bilbao (BIO) is 24 miles away with direct flights from the UK.
- Tours, tickets and activities can be booked in advance.
Top sights in Eibar
Ranked by how well known they are.
Tours & tickets in Eibar
Guided tours, day trips and tickets in and around Eibar can be booked in advance, priced in GBP.
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Hotels, guesthouses and apartments in Eibar are priced in GBP below, most with free cancellation.
Hire a car
The easiest way to reach Eibar and the villages around it is a hire car from Bilbao (BIO), about 33 min away.
Best time to visit Eibar
Getting there from the UK
By air
- Bilbao (BIO)24 miles, about 33 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
- Santander (SDR)70 miles, about 1 h 39 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
- Zaragoza (ZAZ)128 miles, about 3 h 1 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
By car and ferry
Driving from Calais takes roughly 13 h 20 min without stops. Nearest ferry ports: Bilbao (30 miles), Santander (70 miles).
Eibar is good for
Around Eibar
Towns and villages within an hour or so.
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Questions people ask
Is Eibar worth visiting?
Yes. Eibar is known for Casas de Unzueta, Isasi Jauregia (Markeskua) and Aldatze Jauregia. It works well as a base or as a day trip from the towns nearby.
How do I get to Eibar from the UK?
Fly to Bilbao (BIO), which has direct flights from UK airports, then it is about 33 min by road. Santander (SDR) is an alternative, 70 miles away. Driving from Calais takes roughly 13 h 20 min.
Is Eibar good for families?
Yes: there are family-friendly attractions nearby, and most activities can be booked in advance.
What is near Eibar?
Donostia / San Sebastián (27 miles), Bilbao (23 miles), Gasteiz / Vitoria (25 miles) and Getxo (30 miles) are all within an hour or so.