San Sebastián
San Sebastián wraps a shell-shaped bay with a belle-époque promenade and has one of the highest concentrations of celebrated restaurants anywhere. The old town's pintxos bars are the main event and can be worked through on foot in an evening. Surfing at Zurriola and the coastal walks add an outdoor side.
How long to stay
June and September; August is crowded and Atlantic rain is common year-round.
Typical daily budget
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Best time to go
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Is San Sebastián right for your trip?
Based on what this guide covers, not a score. This is what San Sebastián is known for.
Great for
- Food
- Solo
Less of a focus
- History & culture
- Nightlife
- Nature
- Family
- Couples
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Top things to do
La Concha
Free entry · VerifiedSan Sebastián
The city beach inside the bay, sheltered, swimmable and framed by a long iron-railed promenade.
Monte Igueldo
Entrance €2.50 · VerifiedSan Sebastián
A hill at the western end of the bay, reached by a 1912 funicular, with the classic view over La Concha.
Parte Vieja
Free entry · VerifiedSan Sebastián
The old town grid where the pintxos bars are concentrated, each specialising in a handful of dishes.
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Popular activities
Basque coast geopark trip
Day trip west to the flysch cliffs at Zumaia and Getaria.
Pintxos bar tour
Guided evening through the old town's specialist bars with a txakoli pairing.
Surf lesson at Zurriola
Beginner surf session on the city's exposed beach.