Top San Sebastian Arts & Design

Avoid the hassle of coordinating intercity transport, navigating two cities on your own, and fitting Bilbao’s highlights into a single day. This private full-day tour from San Sebastián makes it easy to experience both the historic old town and modern landmarks in one seamless journey. Enjoy a gourmet pintxos lunch, browse the indoor market, and pass key cultural sites like the Cathedral of Santiago and Arriaga Theatre, before ending with skip-the-line access to the Guggenheim Museum for a relaxed, enriching visit.

Visit the highlights of San Sebastian in a short amount of time on this guided bike tour. Cruise around the easy-to-bike city with a guide, stopping at more than 7 hotspots, including three beaches. This tour departs from a centrally located location at two convenient times, offering you some flexibility.

Stroll through the historic Old Town of San Sebastian with a guide on this walking tour. Through a guide's commentary, learn about the city's people, culture, architecture, and history. With a small group of just 10 people or fewer, travelers will enjoy personalized attention and the chance to ask questions on the tour, which will stop at a local bar for a round of pintxos (tapas) and a drink.

Immerse yourself in the Basque region’s dramatic coastal scenery, discover some of its key monuments, and cap off your visit with a trip to vibrant Bilbao on this private, full-day tour. Following morning pickup at your hotel, you’ll visit Gernika (immortalized in a Picasso painting), will discover the Urdaibai Biosphere Reserve, will see the Dragonstone filming location from “Game of Thrones,” and will explore Bilbao’s iconic Guggenheim.

This is a great pick for foodies visiting San Sebastian who want to explore a smaller place that’s known for great food—the fisherman village of Hondarribia on the Basque Coast. Enjoy the luxury of having a day where door-to-door transport is included, and a shortlist of great food spots are chosen for you. Stroll along the cobbled streets, and get recommendations of the best pintxos (Basque tapas) and drinks to try. It’ll be the ultimate hassle-free trip, as pintxos and drinks are included.

Explore top attractions in the Basque Country on this private 4.5-hour Bilbao and Guggenheim Museum tour. Follow a private guide through the pretty streets of Bilbao and admire the architecture for which the city is famous. Along the way, gain insight into the region’s culture and heritage, and take in top landmarks including the neo-baroque Arriaga Theater, City Hall, Ribera Market and the 14th-century Santiago Cathedral. Mingle with the locals along bustling shopping streets, then visit the famous Guggenheim Museum Bilbao — one of the largest museums in Spain.

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Discover the essence of Basque Country on this comprehensive tour from Bilbao. Head first to San Juan de Gaztelugatxe where you ascend the 240 steps to the castle made famous as Dragon Stone in “Game of Thrones.” Then, head to Bilbao to explore its iconic landmarks, savor local pintxos, and visit the renowned Guggenheim Museum to see many famous artworks.

Enjoy this half day tour of Bilbao and the Guggenheim Museum on this guided private half day tour. You’ll be picked up in an air conditioned vehicle, and start your tour exploring the Guggenheim. After this you’ll visit several important monuments, and hear about their history and significance. Also stop by La Ribera Market today to do some shopping. At the end of the day, you’ll be driven back to San Sebastian.

Immerse yourself in the enchanting charm of San Sebastian and the profound artistry of Eduardo Chillida on a premium private tour that blends cultural exploration with artistic immersion. Begin your journey with a stroll along the iconic La Concha Beach, where the city's elegance meets the Atlantic's tranquil waves. Delve into the heart of San Sebastian by exploring its vibrant Old Town, a treasure trove of history, pintxos bars, and lively squares. The highlight of the tour is an exclusive visit to the Chillida Leku Museum, nestled in the serene Basque countryside. Here, Eduardo Chillida's monumental sculptures harmonize with nature, offering a unique artistic experience. Complete your day with a stop at the Peine del Viento, where Chillida's sculptures grace the coastline.

Embark on an excursion to the Baztan Valley and Zugarramurdi Caves from Pamplona or San Sebastian (choose departure at booking), a journey where nature and history intertwine. We depart for Elizondo, the elegant capital of the valley, famed for its stately houses, stone bridges over the River Bidasoa, and welcoming atmosphere reflecting Navarre’s essence. After strolling its streets and squares, we continue to the Zugarramurdi Caves, a unique natural site shrouded in mystery, linked to ancient covens and the history of witchcraft in Navarre. There we explore rock galleries that have fuelled myths and traditions for centuries. We return to meeting point, after a journey blending green landscapes, ancestral culture, and fascinating stories evoking Dolores Redondo’s trilogy: The Invisible Guardian, The Legacy in the Bones, and Offering to the Storm. The tour includes a bilingual guide, private transport, visits to Elizondo, Baztan Valley and entry to the Zugarramurdi Caves.

Experience Donostia with Iñaki, a local (and certified) expert with a Master’s in Contemporary Art and creator of the DPB YouTube channel (25k+ subscribers). This is an intimate, high-quality invitation to discover the city’s narrative through a professional lens. Enjoy a natural, quiet dialogue in a relaxed atmosphere. By strictly limiting our group to 6 guests, we ensure a personal and sophisticated cultural exchange at a gentle pace. Highlights of our journey: Grand history of the City Hall and Buen Pastor Cathedral. Modernist & Rationalist architecture and elegant fashion districts. The iconic Hotel Maria Cristina and Victoria Eugenia Theatre along the France Promenade. The legacy of Basque navigators in Gipuzkoa Plaza. The Old Town’s secrets, from San Vicente Church to the historic 1813 house, ending at the vibrant Constitution Plaza. A deep, expert immersion into the soul of San Sebastian awaits.

This half-day excursion from San Sebastian offers a well-paced introduction to Bilbao, combining panoramic viewpoints, historic heritage and contemporary art. Travelling by private transport with a local bilingual guide, the tour begins with a stop at the Artxanda Viewpoint, providing a clear overview of the estuary, bridges and urban development of the city. The experience continues with a guided walking tour through Bilbao’s Old Town, including the Seven Streets and the Ribera Market, where the city’s commercial roots, industrial past and social transformation are explained. The visit then includes an audio tour inside the Guggenheim Museum with the provided audio guide, highlighting its iconic architecture and key exhibitions. After a short break for lunch on your own (please note that lunch is not included), the group returns to San Sebastian, arriving mid-afternoon. A complete yet efficient way to experience Bilbao’s highlights in just a few hours.

Take part in the cherished Basque tradition of pintxos on this private food and walking tour in San Sebastian. Visit some of the seaside city’s best pintxos bars to savor the delicious bite-sized snacks just like locals do, paired with Spanish wine or beer. Between tastings, explore the most important landmarks of San Sebastian's old town, taking advantage of your private guide’s expertise to learn the history of the city that was named a European Capital of Culture in 2016.

Enjoy a private city tour around San Sebastian’s historic center. Visit over 15 landmarks such as San Vicente Church and Plaza de la Constitución and learn about the history of each landmark from your informative guide. Finish the tour with a pintxo and a drink in one of the traditional bars of the old town.

Build your own itinerary on this fully customizable private tour through the Basque country. With a private guide, check any number of Basque country highlights off your list, depending on the pace at which you'd like to travel. Pickup and drop-off at your selected departure points; timing is flexible according to your schedule and budget.

Our journey begins at the Sanctuary of San Miguel de Aralar. Here, you’ll uncover the legend of the dragon and the knight, marvel at a breathtaking 12th-century enamel altarpiece, and feel the ancient energy of a site that has drawn pilgrims for over a millennium. Next, we descend into Lekunberri. Beyond its stone facades lies a labyrinth of history. We’ll wander past "Indiano" mansions and trace the town’s evolution from a medieval crossroads to a serene mountain retreat. Deep in the woods, you’ll experience the Txalaparta. Guided by a local expert, you’ll learn the collaborative "twin" rhythm of this traditional Basque percussion instrument—once a vital signaling tool between mountain farms. We conclude with a gourmet finale: a refined three-course meal at a celebrated local restaurant. This isn't just lunch; it’s an elevated take on the traditional "Menu del Día," showcasing the very best Basque flavors in Gipuzkoa.