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Numerous Options to Enjoy Sunday Afternoons in Vitoria-Gasteiz

The capital of Álava offers a diverse indoor activity agenda to make the most of the weekend, from go-karts and bowling to museums and spas.

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Vitoria-Gasteiz provides a wide array of activities to make the most of Sunday afternoons, even when the weather is unfavorable. The city offers various leisure and relaxation proposals for all ages.

For those seeking an alternative to staying home, Vitoria-Gasteiz suggests multiple plans for Sunday afternoons. Among the options, the indoor go-kart circuit in Gorbeia stands out, open from 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM. Big Karting Vitoria recommends booking in advance in Etxabarri Ibiña to secure a kart.
Bowling alleys are another excellent choice for fun with friends or family. In Vitoria-Gasteiz, there are two main options: the Pagazuri bowling alley, which reopened after four years, and the one located in the Gorbeia shopping center. The latter also features an 18-hole mini-golf course to complement the experience.
The ice rink is open on Sundays from 4:30 PM to 9:00 PM, with free access for members of Bakh and municipal pools, and a 5.5 euro fee for skate rental. Additionally, the giant trampoline park Nova Jump (formerly City Jump), spanning over 3,000 square meters, offers activities like jumping, parkour, and climbing until 9:30 PM on Sundays.
For those seeking relaxation, the spas at Bakh and Gran Hotel Lakua are open on Sunday afternoons. Bakh features pools of different temperatures, a floatarium, Turkish bath, and sauna. The recently renovated Gran Hotel Lakua offers a hydromassage pool, sauna, and ice fountain, with panoramic views of Gorbea. In both cases, advance booking is recommended.
Culturally, the Artium Museum offers free admission on Sundays until 8:00 PM, providing an ideal opportunity to explore contemporary art. Furthermore, Vitoria-Gasteiz boasts numerous Escape Rooms, such as the award-winning Maito Kingdom and Dragonborn, or the Sala Lautada in Dulantzi-Alegría, perfect for mental challenges and puzzles. Cinema enthusiasts can enjoy screenings at the Florida, Yelmo Boulevard, and Gorbeia complexes.
Regarding sports, Vitoria-Gasteiz has nine indoor swimming pools, with free access for municipal facility subscribers. It is also possible to book courts at civic centers for sports like paddle tennis, squash, or tennis. The civic centers also house libraries and game rooms with a wide selection of books and board games.
Finally, Sunday afternoons can be used to explore nearby towns in Álava, such as Legutio, Agurain, or Dulantzi, less than 15 minutes from Vitoria-Gasteiz. In terms of theater, Auzo Eszena offers amateur theater every Sunday, and both Ortzai and the Teatro Principal schedule performances throughout the year.

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