Hernani, Basque Country
Gipuzkoa · Basque Country · Spain · 20,222 residents · on the coast
Hernani is a seaside town in Gipuzkoa, Basque Country, Spain, home to around 20,222 people. There are 3 notable places to see in and around town, including Convent of San Agustín, Hernani and Gentiles dorretxea. The nearest airport is Bilbao (BIO), about 1 h 7 min by road, with direct flights from the UK.
Why go
- Sights worth the trip: Convent of San Agustín, Hernani, Gentiles dorretxea and Egino etxea.
- Right on the coast.
- Best weather from July: daytime highs between 24°C and 24°C with little rain.
- Easy to reach: Bilbao (BIO) is 47 miles away with direct flights from the UK.
Top sights in Hernani
Ranked by how well known they are.
Tours & tickets in Hernani
Guided tours, day trips and tickets in and around Hernani can be booked in advance, priced in GBP.
See tours & tickets (opens GetYourGuide in a new tab)Where to stay in Hernani
Sea-view hotels and apartments fill up first in summer; book early for July.
Hire a car
The easiest way to reach Hernani and the villages around it is a hire car from Bilbao (BIO), about 1 h 7 min away.
Best time to visit Hernani
July: daytime highs between 24°C and 24°C with little rain.
- 13°CJan183 mm
- 14°CFeb142 mm
- 17°CMar129 mm
- 17°CApr138 mm
- 19°CMay140 mm
- 22°CJun117 mm
- 24°CJul58 mm
- 25°CAug157 mm
- 24°CSept150 mm
- 22°COct181 mm
- 18°CNov187 mm
- 14°CDec221 mm
Highlighted months are the sweet spot for warm, dry weather.
Full monthly table
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 13°C | 6°C | 183 mm | 5 h |
| Feb | 14°C | 6°C | 142 mm | 6 h |
| Mar | 17°C | 8°C | 129 mm | 8 h |
| Apr | 17°C | 9°C | 138 mm | 9 h |
| May | 19°C | 11°C | 140 mm | 10 h |
| Jun | 22°C | 16°C | 117 mm | 10 h |
| Jul | 24°C | 17°C | 58 mm | 10 h |
| Aug | 25°C | 17°C | 157 mm | 10 h |
| Sept | 24°C | 15°C | 150 mm | 10 h |
| Oct | 22°C | 14°C | 181 mm | 7 h |
| Nov | 18°C | 11°C | 187 mm | 6 h |
| Dec | 14°C | 8°C | 221 mm | 5 h |
Averages 2015–2024. Highlighted months are the sweet spot for warm, dry weather.
Getting there from the UK
By air
- Bilbao (BIO)47 miles, about 1 h 7 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
- Santander (SDR)93 miles, about 2 h 12 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
- Zaragoza (ZAZ)121 miles, about 2 h 51 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
By car and ferry
Driving from Calais takes roughly 13 h 2 min without stops. Nearest ferry ports: Bilbao (53 miles), Santander (93 miles).
Hernani is good for
Around Hernani
Towns and villages within an hour or so.
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Questions people ask
Is Hernani worth visiting?
Yes. Hernani is known for Convent of San Agustín, Hernani, Gentiles dorretxea and Egino etxea, and it is on the coast. It works well as a base or as a day trip from the towns nearby.
When is the best time to visit Hernani?
July, with daytime highs between 24°C and 24°C with little rain.
How do I get to Hernani from the UK?
Fly to Bilbao (BIO), which has direct flights from UK airports, then it is about 1 h 7 min by road. Santander (SDR) is an alternative, 93 miles away. Driving from Calais takes roughly 13 h 2 min.
What is near Hernani?
Donostia / San Sebastián (3 miles), Zarautz (10 miles), Hondarribia (11 miles) and Pasaia (5 miles) are all within an hour or so.