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Oñati, Basque Country

Gipuzkoa · Basque Country · Spain · 10,896 residents

Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 · Wikimedia Commons

Oñati is a small town in Gipuzkoa, Basque Country, Spain, home to around 10,896 people. There are 12 notable places to see in and around town, including Sanctuary of Arantzazu and Monastery of Bidaurreta. The nearest airport is Bilbao (BIO), about 44 min by road, with direct flights from the UK.

Why go

  • Sights worth the trip: Sanctuary of Arantzazu, Monastery of Bidaurreta and Basilica of Our Lady of Arantzazu.
  • Easy to reach: Bilbao (BIO) is 31 miles away with direct flights from the UK.
  • Tours, tickets and activities can be booked in advance.

Top sights in Oñati

Ranked by how well known they are.

  • Sanctuary of Arantzazu1monastery

    Sanctuary of Arantzazu

    4 miles from the centre · Photo

    religious complex in Oñati, Spain

  • Monastery of Bidaurreta2monastery

    Monastery of Bidaurreta

    In the centre · Photo

    monastery

  • Basilica of Our Lady of Arantzazu3basilica

    Basilica of Our Lady of Arantzazu

    4 miles from the centre · Photo

    minor basilica in Oñati, Spain

  • Zumeltzegi Dorrea4castle

    Zumeltzegi Dorrea

    In the centre · Photo

    cultural property in Oñate, Spain

  • Q1335201075castle

    Q133520107

    In the centre · Photo

  • Garibai Dorretxea6castle

    Garibai Dorretxea

    1 mile from the centre · Photo

    cultural property in Oñate, Spain

  • Lazarraga Palace, Oñati7castle

    Lazarraga Palace, Oñati

    In the centre · Photo

    cultural property in Oñate, Spain

  • Zubiaurre dorrea8castle

    Zubiaurre dorrea

    In the centre · Photo

    cultural property in Oñate, Spain

  • Palacio Elorregui9castle

    Palacio Elorregui

    4 miles from the centre · Photo

  • Antia Palace10palace

    Antia Palace

    In the centre · Photo

    cultural property in Oñate, Spain

  • Otadui-Jausoro Etxea11palace

    Otadui-Jausoro Etxea

    In the centre · Photo

    cultural property in Oñate, Spain

  • Convent of Santa Ana, Oñati12monastery

    Convent of Santa Ana, Oñati

    In the centre · Photo

    cultural property in Oñate, Spain

Tours & tickets in Oñati

Guided tours, day trips and tickets in and around Oñati can be booked in advance, priced in GBP.

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Where to stay in Oñati

Hotels, guesthouses and apartments in Oñati are priced in GBP below, most with free cancellation.

Hire a car

The easiest way to reach Oñati and the villages around it is a hire car from Bilbao (BIO), about 44 min away.

Best time to visit Oñati

Getting there from the UK

By air

  • Bilbao (BIO)31 miles, about 44 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
  • Santander (SDR)76 miles, about 1 h 48 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
  • Zaragoza (ZAZ)117 miles, about 2 h 47 min by roaddirect flights from the UK

By car and ferry

Driving from Calais takes roughly 13 h 33 min without stops. Nearest ferry ports: Bilbao (38 miles), Santander (76 miles).

Oñati is good for

Around Oñati

Towns and villages within an hour or so.

Questions people ask

Is Oñati worth visiting?

Yes. Oñati is known for Sanctuary of Arantzazu, Monastery of Bidaurreta and Basilica of Our Lady of Arantzazu. It works well as a base or as a day trip from the towns nearby.

How do I get to Oñati from the UK?

Fly to Bilbao (BIO), which has direct flights from UK airports, then it is about 44 min by road. Santander (SDR) is an alternative, 76 miles away. Driving from Calais takes roughly 13 h 33 min.

Is Oñati good for families?

Yes: there are family-friendly attractions nearby, and most activities can be booked in advance.

What is near Oñati?

Donostia / San Sebastián (29 miles), Bilbao (31 miles), Gasteiz / Vitoria (18 miles) and Portugalete (37 miles) are all within an hour or so.

Where is Oñati?

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