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San Sebastián, Spain

Things to Do in San Sebastián

Top sights, the tours and tickets travellers book most, hidden gems and day trips.

Most booked:San Sebastian Old Town Pintxos & Wine Tour Small Group Tour

Most booked tours and tickets in San Sebastián

San Sebastian Old Town Pintxos & Wine Tour Small Group Tour

San Sebastian Old Town Pintxos & Wine Tour Small Group Tour

4.91,300 reviews3h
San Sebastian Premium Pintxo Food, Wine & Market Foodie Tour

San Sebastian Premium Pintxo Food, Wine & Market Foodie Tour

5.0819 reviews3h
Small-Group Electric Bike Tour in San Sebastián

Small-Group Electric Bike Tour in San Sebastián

4.9710 reviews3h
San Sebastian E-bike trour: Basque History and Cultural.

San Sebastian E-bike trour: Basque History and Cultural.

4.9474 reviews2h 20m
San Sebastian Pintxos Tour for Gourmets in the Old Town

San Sebastian Pintxos Tour for Gourmets in the Old Town

4.9337 reviews3h
Basque Cooking Experience: Market Tour & Hands-On Class English

Basque Cooking Experience: Market Tour & Hands-On Class English

4.9317 reviews3h 30m
San Sebastian Food Tour: Pintxos, Drinks, and Tapas with a Local

San Sebastian Food Tour: Pintxos, Drinks, and Tapas with a Local

4.9298 reviews3h
San Sebastian walking tour with pintxo and drink option

San Sebastian walking tour with pintxo and drink option

4.7279 reviews1h 30m

Tickets and tours by attraction

The best options for each of San Sebastián's top sights, compared.

Top sights in San Sebastián

  1. 1Pintxos Crawl in Parte Vieja
  2. 2La Concha Beach
  3. 3Monte Urgull
  4. 4Monte Igueldo
  5. 5Michelin Restaurants
  6. 6San Telmo Museum
  • A Culinary Pilgrimage: Experience the world's best pintxos culture, hopping between legendary bars like Gandarias and La Cuchara de San Telmo in the Parte Vieja, and book a table at Michelin-starred temples like Arzak or Mugaritz for a once-in-a-lifetime tasting menu.
  • Europe's Most Beautiful Urban Beach: Spend days on the golden sands of La Concha Beach, framed by its iconic bay and elegant promenade, or catch waves with the locals at the more rugged Zurriola Beach in the Gros district.
  • Breathtaking Panoramas: Ride the century-old funicular up Monte Igueldo for a postcard-perfect view of the bay, or hike through history up Monte Urgull to the Castillo de la Mota and its giant Sacred Heart statue.

Tickets and passes in San Sebastián

Food and drink experiences in San Sebastián

Discover San Sebastián’s Best Pintxos on a Unique Culinary Tour

Discover San Sebastián’s Best Pintxos on a Unique Culinary Tour

5.0629 reviews3h

Day trips and outdoor activities from San Sebastián

2 bays, mornings and afternoons, and sunset with cava

2 bays, mornings and afternoons, and sunset with cava

5.0174 reviews2h 10m
Boat by the Bay and Santa Clara Island in Donostia San Sebastian

Boat by the Bay and Santa Clara Island in Donostia San Sebastian

4.470 reviews40m
San Sebastian Private Sailing trips & Socioeducational boat tours

San Sebastian Private Sailing trips & Socioeducational boat tours

4.931 reviews2h

Hidden gems in San Sebastián

Places most visitors miss, many of them free.

Monte Ulia

A coastal headland east of the city, offering rugged cliffs, hidden coves, and panoramic hiking trails far from the crowds of Urgull and Igueldo.

Museo Naval

A compact but fascinating museum located in the port area, detailing the Basque Country's rich maritime history, shipbuilding, and whaling traditions.

Pasaia's Hidden Port

A authentic, still-working fishing port divided into two villages (San Pedro and San Juan), connected by a frequent pedestrian boat taxi.

Cementerio de los Ingleses (English Cemetery)

A small, atmospheric Protestant cemetery on the slopes of Monte Urgull, with ornate tombs and views over the bay.

Tabakalera - International Centre for Contemporary Culture

A vast former tobacco factory in Gros transformed into a vibrant public cultural center with free exhibitions, a cinema, workshops, and a fantastic rooftop terrace.

Day trips from San Sebastián

Hondarribia & French Basque Coast

30 min by bus or car

Cross the border into France to experience the charming fishing village of Hondarribia's colorful casco antiguo, then continue to the glamorous resort of Biarritz and the stunning cliffs of Saint-Jean-de-Luz.

Bilbao

1 hour 15 min by bus or train

Visit the dynamic industrial capital of the Basque Country, transformed by the iconic Guggenheim Museum. Explore its revitalized riverfront, atmospheric Casco Viejo, and thriving culinary scene.

Pasaia & Flysch Route (Geopark)

20 min by bus, then boat/bus

Discover the working fishing port of Pasaia, best explored by a short boat taxi between its two sides, and then hike or drive along the breathtaking Zumaia-Deba coastline to see the dramatic Flysch rock formations.

Plan your San Sebastián trip

Things to do in San Sebastián: FAQ

What are the best things to do in San Sebastián?+

Top sights include Pintxos Crawl in Parte Vieja, La Concha Beach, Monte Urgull and Monte Igueldo. Away from the crowds, try Monte Ulia and Museo Naval.

What are the most popular tours in San Sebastián?+

The most booked experiences on Viator are San Sebastian Old Town Pintxos & Wine Tour Small Group Tour (4.9 stars, 1,300 reviews); San Sebastian Premium Pintxo Food, Wine & Market Foodie Tour (5.0 stars, 819 reviews); Small-Group Electric Bike Tour in San Sebastián (4.9 stars, 710 reviews).

How much do tours in San Sebastián cost?+

The tours and tickets on this page start between €8 and €250 per person, depending on length and what is included.

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