San Sebastián

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A marina with boats docked, a waterfront promenade, and buildings along the shore.
A modern building with large windows and a stone facade.
A spiral staircase with wooden steps and stone walls.
A museum interior with a central ornate religious display, surrounded by statues and framed artworks.
A restaurant named 'JATETXEA' with people outside and a signboard.

Explore the charming streets, experience thedynamic culture of the city and soak up the Spanishsun while enjoying the view over the Bay of Biscay.

San Sebastian is afascinating city and a symbol of Basqueculture and cuisine. This coastal city is located in the Basque Country, anautonomous community of Spain. All year San Sebastianis a hub of activity, with film and music festivals, religious celebrations,theatrical performances, beach parties and buzzing nightclubs. This attractiveand ornate city is a dream come true for photographers, thanks to its 19thCentury architecture, beautiful beaches and surrounding mountain landscape.

Pay a visit to the 18th Centurylighthouse and enjoy incredible views over the bay. If you’re travelling withlittle ones, pay a visit to Monte Igueldo, an old-fashioned amusement park. Hereyou’ll find all the classic rides that will keep the kids entertained forhours.

The town has three beaches, all within the confinesof the bay, of which Playa de la Concha is the largest. Play sports on thegolden sands, learn to surf at Playa Zurriola or rent a canoe at Ondarreta. Stretchout on the beach or get carried away by the waves with a little windsurfing whilestaying at one of the city’s gorgeous beach resorts.

Unwind in one of the many green spaces of SanSebastián. Parque Cristina Enea is a great place for a strolland a picnic, while the gardens of the Royal Palace Miramar offer stunning viewsover the Playa de la Concha and Ondaretta.

Discover the best in the Basquecuisine, especially the pintxos, the Basque equivalent of tapas. Feast on delicioussquid, anchovies, wild mushrooms and other fresh regional produce. Enjoy aglass of cider with your pintxos before hitting the bars in the old town centre,where you can dance to anything from salsa music to modern dance tracks fromtop DJs.

San Sebastian is bestexplored on foot or bicycle, meaning you can get a little exercise and freshair thrown into the mix too. There are bike paths everywhere in the centre, butif you get tired, the bus network is cheap and easy to use.

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Old Town San Sebastián

Unique features of Old Town San Sebastián include the historical sites and bars. Make a stop by Basilica of Saint Mary of the Chorus or Plaza de La Constitucion while you're exploring the area.

Gros

Gros is known for its beaches, and you can plan a trip to Kursaal Congress Centre and Auditorium and Bay of Biscay while you're in town.

San Sebastián Centro

San Sebastián Centro is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights area like Concha Beach and Cathedral of the Good Shepherd.

Amara

If you're spending some time in Amara, Reale Arena and Velódromo de Anoeta are top sights worth seeing.

Antiguo

Antiguo is known for its beaches, and you can plan a trip to Ondarreta Beach and Concha Promenade while you're in town.

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