What to do in Orio
Orio is a very pleasant stop to explore at an easy pace. In a single day you can combine the old town, a walk along the estuary, the beach and a good meal in the village. And if you feel like completing the route with a water activity or a cultural visit, there are also options without leaving Orio.
What to see in Orio
The old town of Orio is well worth a relaxed visit. Goiko Kalea keeps the character of this seafaring village and climbs from the church of San Nicolás de Bari up to the upper part of the town, through cobbled streets, stone buildings, balconies and corners that help explain Orio’s connection with navigation, boatbuilding and the estuary.
Beaches and walk
Antilla beach is the main beach in the village and one of the best places to extend your visit at a relaxed pace. It has services, showers, green areas, children’s play areas, bars, restaurants and a very pleasant promenade. If you are looking for a quieter spot, Oribarzar or Oribar-Zahar, inside the estuary, is a more sheltered beach with calm waters.
Ideas to complete your route through Orio
If, besides the walk, you would like to experience the Oria from the inside, Orio also offers water activities and proposals linked to the history of rowing. Trainera, kayak, SUP and Big SUP activities take place on the Oria. Many of these activities start from Arraunetxe, the place linked to rowing in Orio.
Traditional Basque rowing
A great way to try traditional rowing in Orio first-hand. Depending on the group, the activity takes place in a batel, trainerilla or trainera.
Descent of the Oria
A very good option to row at your own pace and enjoy the scenery of the Oria in a relaxed way.
Arraunpote
A different plan for groups and friends, on a Big SUP with stops in the village.
Kayak rental
For anyone who prefers a simple and independent outing on the Oria.
Guided cultural visits on request
If you would like to complete the day with a guided cultural visit in Orio, it can also be arranged on request.
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Behoria Garbia
Behoria Garbia brings together activity on the water, care for the environment and local life in Orio. It is a proposal to enjoy the estuary from a different point of view and take part in a day with an environmental focus.
Ur Topaketak
Ur Topaketak is a summer programme for young people.
- July and August
- M-W-F: 16:30-18:00
- Trainera, kayak, Big SUP
- All levels
- €21/person per day
- €60/person per week
It is not available through online booking. For more information or to sign up, get in touch with us.
More schedules and options are also available. Get in touch.
Contact: info@begi-bistan.com | 657 794 677
Where to eat in Orio
After the walk or the activity, you can complete the day in the village with options such as Mola Mola, Bodega Katxiña, Mirotza Taberna or Bodegón Sarasua Erretegia.
Practical information: public transport and parking
If you come by train, the reference station is Aia-Orio. Orio also has Lurraldebus connections towards Donostia and the Urola Kosta area, passing through towns such as Zarautz and Zumaia.
If you come by car and plan to spend a few hours in the village, the most practical option is usually to use the long-stay areas in Playa, Abaromendi, below the motorway or Munto. The spaces by the quay and in some central streets are more suitable for short stops or quick errands.
To organise the day at an easy pace
Orio is best enjoyed over a long morning or a full day: a walk through the old town, some time at the beach, lunch in the village and, if you feel like it, an activity on the Oria or a guided cultural visit.
Contact: info@begi-bistan.com | 657 794 677