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Vitoria-Gasteiz Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels

municipality of Álava, autonomous community of the Basque Country, Spain

About Vitoria-Gasteiz

Vitoria-Gasteiz is the provincial capital ofAlava, and has been the political capital of the Basques since the 20 May 1980. Spanish is the main language, but knowledge of Basque is common. English is not widely spoken. The Basque language is called Euskera and nobody knows exactly the origin of this language. Visitor information: Tourist office at Spain Square (Espainia Plaza/Plaza España) 1 is open daily from 09:00 till 19:00, closed at midday.

Top Attractions in Vitoria-Gasteiz

Explore the best things to see and do in Vitoria-Gasteiz:

  • Archeological Museum
  • Artium Museum
  • Catedral de María Inmaculada de Vitoria
  • Fine Arts Museum
  • Fournier Playing Card Museum
  • Itinerario Muralístico de Vitoria-Gasteiz
  • Museum of Natural History

Where to Eat in Vitoria-Gasteiz

Must-try local food and restaurants:

  • 🍴Bar - Restaurante Casa Juan
  • 🍴Bar Txiki
  • 🍴El Clarete
  • 🍴El Portalón
  • 🍴El Toloño taberna
  • 🍴Mesón Restaurante

Where to Stay in Vitoria-Gasteiz

  • 🏨Ondoloin apartments

Vitoria-Gasteiz Travel Guide Sections

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