Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port

Just 45 minutes away, Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port, the capital of the Basque province of Basse-Navarre, stands on an important historical road between France and Spain, at the foot of the Pyrenees. The town is also one of the most important staging posts for pilgrims along the Way of St James to Santiago de Compostela, and is a compulsory stop before crossing the mountains.
The town is separated by the Nive river, which is spanned by an old paved bridge crowned by a pink sandstone tower. The delightful main street, which heads up to the citadel, is lined by houses from the 15C and 16C.

Sights of interest :

The ramparts
Notre-Dame church
The "Pont Neuf " (new bridge)
The bishops’ prison
The citadel
The fortifications, including the Porte Saint-Jacques gateway, a listed UNESCO World Heritage Site
The Monday market

Cambo les Bains

Located 20 minutes from Saint-Jean-de-Luz, Cambo-les-Bains is a town typical of the Labourd region, as well as a spa resort. Its main attractions are its narrow streets, public wash-house,  Roman bridge, and striking whitewashed houses with blood-red beams and woodwork.
In the upper section of the Bas-Cambo, towards the "Route des Cimes" (Route of the Summits), admire some of the farms of the Labourd, built in the typical architectural style of the Basque Country.

Sights of interest:

Arnaga house 
The spa garden

Espelette

20 minutes away, Espelette is a village that has preserved its authenticity over the centuries with its fine houses, recently restored château, church, public wash-houses etc. Espelette is also known for its cultivation of peppers.
The annual Pepper Festival takes place here on the last weekend of October.