Satellite view of Pasajes

Pasajes

Spain

Wander through charming medieval streets where colorful fishing boats line the waterfront and pintxos bars beckon with Basque culinary treasures.

Currency Euro (EUR)
Language Spanish, Basque
Time Zone CET (UTC+1)
Best Time to Visit Apr–Oct
Typical Duration 10 nights
Price Range $7,610 per person
Port Type Port of Call
Tender Port No

Gateway to the Basque Country and northern Spain's cultural heritage, offering access to historic coastal towns and French Atlantic ports.

Cruises that visit Pasajes

Build Your Day in Pasajes

Cruise calls are short. Set your ship's arrival time, pick the stops you care about, and we'll show whether they realistically fit before departure.

Ships typically depart around 11:00 PM
Usually about 15 hours ashore
Getting around:
Garbera Merkataritza Gunea Lots of stores, big food court area, and cinema. Shopping mall · ★ 4.2 · 15k Open · Closes 10 PM
Hondarribiko hondartza Very beautiful beach, perfect temperature for swim, nice place to chill Public beach · ★ 4.5 · 7k
Carrefour Very good shopping mall I think you can find everything of your daily uses Hypermarket · ★ 4 · 6k Open · Closes 9:30 PM
Bretxa Merkataritza Zentroa Lot of options but extremely crowded, could make you suffocated Shopping mall · ★ 4.1 · 4k Closes soon · 8 PM
ZARA Nice stuff to buy.. beautiful cut's Clothing store · ★ 4.1 · 3k Open · Closes 9:30 PM
Zumaiako hondartza The beach itself is large & spacious. Public beach · ★ 4.7 · 3k
Arzak delicious food, friendly staff, super sommelier and incredible chef Elena. Fine Dining · ★ 4.6 · 2k Closed · Opens 8:45 PM
Donejakue Enparantza This place is definitely worth a morning or an afternoons visit. Tourist attraction · ★ 4.6 · 2k
Akelarre Restaurant | Pedro Subijana Very refined and sophisticated with layers of flavor with each dish. Fine Dining · ★ 4.5 · 2k Closed · Opens 8:15 PM
Casa Cámara jatetxea For film buffs, the setting is like a Fellini movie set. Basque · ★ 4.6 · 2k Closed · Opens 8:30 PM
Bar restaurante La Cerve Delicious beer, yummy potatoes with alioli and friendly staff! Grill · ★ 4.2 · 2k
Bretxa Public Market Beautiful market filled with local products Store · ★ 4.2 · 2k Closes soon · 8 PM
Martin Berasategui Every dish was a work of art and the wine pairings perfect. Fine Dining · ★ 4.8 · 2k Closed · Opens 8:30 PM
Txulotxo Jatetxea Amazing food at a reasonable price. Restaurant · ★ 4.4 · 1k Closed · Opens 8:15 PM
ONTZIOLA JATETXEA Food was out of this World, and plentiful. Basque · ★ 4.2 · 1k
Bar Pulperia O'romeral Prices are high, but you pay for what you eat, so totally worth it. Grill · ★ 4.4 · 1k
Ganbara Donibane What a great restaurant in Pasaia. Grill · ★ 4.2 · 1k
Izkiña Espectacular, food reviewer. Seafood · ★ 4.3 · 1k
Albaola Itsas Kultur Faktoria Incredible museum and active workshop! Tourist attraction · ★ 4.6 · 1k Closed · Opens 10 AM Sun
Restaurante Takaroa lovely food, busy place, ill be back. Restaurant · ★ 4.1 · 1k
Puerto Pasajes Marina · ★ 4.4 · 1k
Yola Berri Delicious food, beautiful setting and fenomenal service. Seafood · ★ 3.9 · 1k
La Lonja Taberna | Pasai San Pedro Our server was attentive and friendly, providing excellent service. Bar · ★ 4.4 · 1k Closed · Opens 10 AM Sun
Ziaboga jatetxea Such a great spot, the food was absolutely delicious and such a great price. Grill · ★ 3.3 · 1k Closes soon · 8 PM
Pasai San Pedroko Puntak A must to visit, a must to live. Observation deck · ★ 4.7 · 1k
Pari Berri jatetxea Excellent food. Grill · ★ 4.4 · 1k
El Caserío Taberna Jatetxea The menu was delicious . Restaurant · ★ 4.1 · 1k
Begihaundi Taberna Working mens bar for locals Bar · ★ 4.5 · 1k
Axular Dine-in·No delivery Bar · ★ 4.5 · 0k
Juantxo SL jatetxea Outdoor seating Grill · ★ 4.3 · 0k
La Amistad Great food and drink Tapas Bar · ★ 4.3 · 0k
Bar Busturia Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery Bar · ★ 4.4 · 0k
Pasealeku berria balcón Even in the rain, it was enjoyable!! Observation deck · ★ 4.8 · 0k
Faro de la plata Amazing trekking Tourist attraction · ★ 4.5 · 0k
Hiper Asia Home goods store · ★ 4 · 0k Open · Closes 9 PM
Iciar Perfect Service, delicious tasteful dishes. Grill · ★ 4 · 0k
Ekarri Taberna Outdoor seating·Private dining room·Great cocktails Grill · ★ 4.3 · 0k
HIRU T'ERDI Nice little space for breakfast, lovely service and great food & drinks Cafeteria · ★ 4.4 · 0k
Arando Taberna Honest cuisine. Restaurant · ★ 4.6 · 0k
Gastro Taska Arkupe Berri The food is always fresh, delicious and of high quality. Restaurant · ★ 4 · 0k
Bar Txispi Friendly staff, nice calamares. Tapas Bar · ★ 4.2 · 0k
Avenida taberna Dine-in·No delivery Bar · ★ 4.4 · 0k
Labetxu Incredible experience Tourist attraction · ★ 4.7 · 0k
Falkon Well, the insalata was SUPER fresh. Family-friendly · ★ 4.6 · 0k Closed · Opens 10 AM Sun
Donibaneko begiratokia it’s an experience that engages all the senses. Observation deck · ★ 4.8 · 0k
Oiartzungo udako igerilekuak Public swimming pool · ★ 4.3 · 0k Closes soon · 8 PM
Lekuona Panaderia Okindegia Good coffee. Bakery · ★ 4.3 · 0k Closed · Opens 6:30 AM Sun
Casa Ponsol SL We came out with something for me🤣😇 The lady helping us was really good. Hat shop · ★ 4.8 · 0k Closes soon · 8 PM
Leku Ona Ogia & Cafe Dine-in·No delivery Cafe · ★ 4 · 0k
Kamio Taberna Full bar, nice selection of vino. Bar · ★ 4.1 · 0k
Donibane Garden · ★ 4.7 · 0k
GURA Kafetegia Very nice local cafe, family ran, with great tostadas! Cafe · ★ 4.6 · 0k Closed · Opens 8 AM Sun
Candy Cafeteria y Panaderia Delicious avocado and tomato toast and best service. Espresso bar · ★ 4.8 · 0k Closed · Opens 8 AM Sun
Tximistarri kala It takes like 30 Min to get down but down it's cool Tourist attraction · ★ 4.4 · 0k
Pasaia Train station · ★ 3.4 · 0k
PESCAMANIA PASAJES Delivery Store · ★ 4.3 · 0k Closed · Opens 5 PM Mon
Bar ROBINSON Dine-in·No delivery Bar · ★ 4.8 · 0k
Almirantearen Gotorlekua Tourist attraction · ★ 4.2 · 0k
Mirador Jaizkibel Fantastic views on the ocean and mountains. Tourist attraction · ★ 4.9 · 0k
Laket Pasaia berri Outdoor seating·Dogs allowed·Wi-Fi Restaurant · ★ 4.5 · 0k
Montxo Taberna Dine-in·No delivery Bar · ★ 4.6 · 0k
Playa de Kalaburtza A dream spot. Beach · ★ 4.5 · 0k
E-16 Taberna Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery Bar · ★ 4.8 · 0k
Restaurante Maritxu Epic food , strongly recommended ❤️ Restaurant · ★ 4.3 · 0k
Hegaluze Taberna Jatetxea Even if this place doesnt have an outdoor space, the food is amazing. Grill · ★ 4.6 · 0k
Mendiola Kala Park · ★ 4 · 0k
Tomas Taberna Dine-in·No delivery Bar · ★ 4.5 · 0k
Faro de Puntas de Pasajes de San Juan Tourist attraction · ★ 4.8 · 0k
Pasai San Pedroko Begiratokia Tourist attraction · ★ 4.6 · 0k
Fruteria Donibane In-store shopping·In-store pickup·Delivery Greengrocer · ★ 4.8 · 0k Closes soon · 8 PM
Azabaratza kala Hiking area · ★ 4.5 · 0k
Pasaia Itsas Festibala Itxas Zerbi Historical landmark · ★ 4.9 · 0k
Arco de Santa Ana Tourist attraction · ★ 5 · 0k
Mirador Scenic spot · ★ 5 · 0k
Pasaia Itsas Festibala Trintxerpe Tourist attraction · ★ 5 · 0k
Pasaje Hiking area · ★ 4.5 · 0k
Music Bar Dine-in Bar · ★ 4.5 · 0k
Swimming San Sebastian Adventure sports center · ★ 4 · 0k

Opening hours are indicative — always confirm before you go. Travel times are estimates from Google Maps.

Next Departures from Pasajes

About Pasajes

Pasajes serves as a charming port of call in Spain's Basque Country, primarily welcoming guests aboard PONANT EXPLORATIONS' intimate expedition cruises. While this isn't a major embarkation hub, the port offers a unique alternative for travelers seeking smaller-ship experiences, particularly those exploring the Atlantic coast and Bay of Biscay. With typical voyages spanning ten nights, passengers enjoy leisurely itineraries connecting to ports like Bordeaux, Lisbon, and Bilbao, with peak season arriving in April.

Stepping ashore in Pasajes, cruise visitors discover a picturesque fishing village steeped in maritime heritage, where colorful waterfront buildings reflect centuries of seafaring tradition. The compact, walkable setting invites exploration of local Basque culture, authentic pintxos bars, and the charming narrow streets that have remained largely unchanged for generations. It's an ideal port for those seeking authentic European experiences away from the bustle of larger cruise terminals.
Explore

Reasons to Visit

1

Explore Historic Pasajes Old Town

Wander through the charming narrow streets of Pasajes Donibane, where colorful fishermen's houses line the waterfront dating back centuries. This UNESCO-recognized maritime village offers authentic Basque architecture, traditional taverns, and a living connection to Spain's seafaring heritage that feels frozen in time.

2

Savor Fresh Basque Seafood

Indulge in txuleta (grilled steak) and freshly caught fish at waterfront restaurants specializing in Basque cuisine. Local pintxos bars serve creative small bites paired with txakoli, a crisp local white wine—the perfect introduction to one of Spain's most celebrated culinary regions.

3

Hike Monte Jaizkibel's Coastal Trails

Trek scenic paths through pine forests with panoramic views of the Bay of Biscay and French coastline beyond. This accessible mountain offers multiple difficulty levels, rewarding hikers with dramatic clifftop vistas and the chance to spot seabirds in their natural habitat.

4

Browse Pasajes Fish Market

Visit the bustling morning fish market where local fishermen auction their daily catch, offering an authentic glimpse into Basque maritime life. Browse stalls of glistening seafood, local produce, and artisanal goods while experiencing the vibrant energy of this working fishing community.

5

Visit the Maritime Museum

Discover Pasajes's rich naval history at this compact museum showcasing shipbuilding heritage, maritime artifacts, and the port's role in Spanish exploration. Interactive exhibits and period displays reveal how this small village shaped Spain's relationship with the sea for generations.

Cruise Lines at Pasajes

Cruises Departing From Pasajes

Cruises Visiting Pasajes

Ship Schedule at Pasajes

Pasajes Location

Other Cruise Ports in Spain

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Pasajes Port?

Pasajes is an official port in Spain, identified by UN/LOCODE ESPAS.

Where is Pasajes Port located?

Located in Spain at latitude 43.3254703 and longitude -1.9301396.

What is the UN/LOCODE for Pasajes Port?

ESPAS.

What is the port type?

Official port.