Top San Sebastian Private Sightseeing Tours

Discover the History, Highlights & Hidden Stories of San Sebastián. Perfect for first-time visitors, this small-group walking tour helps you understand San Sebastián, not just see it. We'll explore the historic heart of the city, uncovering the people and events that shaped the city you see today. Along the way I'll bring its past to life with historic photographs and old postcards. I focus on engaging, memorable history rather than long lists of dates and names. As a Brit who's called the Basque Country home for over 20 years, I love helping English-speaking visitors discover the streets, stories and hidden corners that make this city so special. Whether it's your first day or your only day here, you'll leave with a deeper understanding of San Sebastián and ideas for what to explore next. There's plenty of time for questions, plus recommendations for pintxo bars, restaurants and places to visit afterwards. Join me for an engaging introduction to this wonderful Basque city!

San Sebastián offers elegance, tradition, and coastal charm—but local insight makes all the difference. Explore the city with a local on a private walking tour. This personalized tour allows you to discover the exterior of monuments, including museums, while learning about the city’s history and culture. Museum visits can be arranged upon request. Your guide contacts you in advance to shape the tour around your interests, revealing hidden corners and local favorites beyond the obvious sights.

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.

Escape the city bustle for a scenic, full-day tour along the French Basque coast from San Sebastian. Cross the Bidasoa River to the French side of the Basque Country and visit the charming city of Bayonne, the fishing village of Saint Jean de Luz and the glamorous town of Biarritz. Learn about local gastronomy over lunch during this small-group tour.

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.

Take in the scenery on the French Basque Coast on this private tour from San Sebastian. With round-trip transportation taken care of, you can focus on the landscape of Biarritz, Guethary, and Saint-Jean-De-Luz. Commentary from your driver/guide sheds light on the history, culture, and architecture of the stops as you travel. This private tour ensures personalized attention for you and your party.

Immerse yourself in the culture and regal history of San Sebastian during this private half-day tour, with transfers direct from your hotel. Explore the gardens of the Miramar Palace, soak up the atmosphere at a city market, see surfers in action on Zurriola Beach, stroll romantic San Sebastian Old Town, take in city views from the Monte Igueldo headland, and more.

Discover pintxos tradition on a small-group food tour in San Sebastian's Old Town. Visit several venues, including pintxo bars, restaurants, and gourmet shops. Taste local specialties like Iberian ham, mussels, and marinated anchovies, and enjoy glasses of Basque wine in a small-group setting, for a more intimate experience.

After a decadent getaway in San Sebastián, end your trip on a high note with this private transfer service. Meet your driver directly at your San Sebastián accommodation, hop aboard your executive vehicle, and get settled while your luggage is stowed. Enjoy one last scenic trip through the region en route to either Bilbao Airport or San Sebastián Airport.

Discover San Sebastian your way with Ciceru’s self-guided walking tour—audio and text in 7 languages, right on your phone. No app, no hassle—just press play and explore! Start at the port, uncovering its maritime past and the city's deep connection to the sea. Continue to City Hall, once a casino, then stroll through Plaza de Guipúzcoa, a green oasis. Admire Hotel María Cristina, a Belle Époque icon, and explore Victoria Eugenia Antzokia, a cultural landmark. Step into Plaza de la Constitución, where history and tradition meet. Pass by San Vicente Church, the city’s oldest, and uncover the stories behind Trinidad Plaza, rich with Basque heritage. End at Paseo de los Curas, where breathtaking bay views provide the perfect finale. With 9 interactive stops and riddles, this self-guided tour lets you explore at your own pace. Perfect for history lovers and curious travelers, it blends discovery, challenge, and fun. Explore San Sebastian one riddle at a time!

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.

San Sebastian is world-renowned for its bites and beaches, but this private and personalized tour takes you beyond the postcard images to places loved by locals. Whether you want to focus on traditional tapas or tucked-away corners, this walking tour will help you see sides of the Basque city that are aligned with your tastes and interests.

Discover the authentic Basque Coast in this private experience with direct pick-up at your accommodation anywhere in Guipúzcoa. We will start by visiting the most emblematic Txakoli winery in Hondarribia, surrounded by vineyards and views of the Cantabrian Sea. We will tour its facilities, learn the secrets of this Atlantic white wine and enjoy a guided tasting paired with local products. Next, we will take a walking tour of the medieval historic center of Hondarribia. We will stroll among its walls, cobblestone streets and stately architecture until descending to the iconic San Pedro Street, famous for its colorful balcony fishing houses. We will culminate with an exclusive route through the neighborhood of La Marina, stopping at the celebrated Gran Sol to taste its award-winning pintxos, recognized with multiple awards for the best pintxo. An unforgettable, comfortable and at your own pace.

Start your French Basque countryside tour in style with pickup from your San Sebastian address. It’ll be the ultimate stress-free day, with a private guide and vehicle just for your group. This is an ideal way to make the most of your time—you’ll visit several spots over the day including Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port, Saint-Etienne-de-Baigorry, and Espelette, while your guide clues you in on their culture and history.

Discover this unique and Interesting Wine that you can only taste in the Basque Country In this tour we will go to Zarautz viewpoint enjoying of this impressive view and learn about the wine area and what we are going to visit, after that we walk through Getaria and learn about the history of this beautiful fishing village. Now in time to taste some Wine! We will visit one of the best Txakoli Winery of the area, walking through the vineyard and learn about the wine making process and at the and taste he flavor of this local white wine with some local snacks enjoying the view Remember all our tours are private, so we are flexible to add, remove or change anything.

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.

Cross the border to discover one of France’s most famous wine regions on this private full-day tour of Bordeaux from San Sebastián. Visit two wine chateaux in the Saint Emilion and Pessac Leognan areas, learn more about Bordeaux wine during guided winery tours and wine tastings, then feast on a delicious 5-course lunch.

Follow in the footsteps of two of your favorite characters on HBO’s “Game of Thrones” on this full-day, guided tour to season seven shooting locations. Set foot on the beach where Jon Snow and Daenerys Targaryen meet for the first time, walk the 241-step footbridge to ‘Dragonstone’ (hermitage of San Juan de Gaztelugatxe) and see the rocky landscape (The Flysch) leading to the castle shores.

Make your way from San Sebastian to Bilbao along the Basque Coast on this private transfer. You don’t have to make extra side trips to places like Playa de Zarautz, Getaria Fishing Port, Zumaia, and more. Instead, you stop along the way, making your journey to Bilbao an adventure.

Explore the Basque Country beyond San Sebastian on this full-day, small-group, guided tour. Get picked up at your hotel or apartment and set out to see the 10th-century hermitage of San Juan de Gaztelugatxe. Stroll through the old town of Bilbao and along the riverbank to explore the striking Guggenheim Museum with an audio guide. Lunch in a traditional restaurant is included.

Embark on an enriching tour of San Sebastián's historic center, where each step unveils the charm and history of this beautiful city. Your knowledgeable guide will lead you through iconic sites, starting at the picturesque Plaza de la Constitución, a vibrant square brimming with history. Wander down Calle 31 de Agosto, the city's oldest street, and marvel at the elegant Ayuntamiento de San Sebastián, nestled by the Bay of La Concha. Explore the bustling Mercado de la Bretxa, where local flavors and traditions come alive. Enjoy the serene beauty of La Concha Beach and the impressive Monumento al Tamborrero in Plaza Sarriegi. Throughout the tour, you'll gain fascinating insights into the rich heritage of San Sebastián, culminating in a delightful tasting of pintxos and a refreshing drink, offering a true taste of local culinary delights.

Discover the natural beauty and rich culture of the Basque Country on this private tour to Biarritz, Saint Jean de Luz, and Hondarribia. Visit beautiful beaches, fishing villages, and a colorful market selling cheeses, charcuterie, and pastries. This private tour offers flexibility to customize your itinerary to your interests.

Explore the Basque coastline and some of its most charming seaside enclaves—Hondarribia, Pasajes de San Juan, and Pasai San Pedro—on this half-day tour from San Sebastian. Opt for a dual-language tour in a larger group, or upgrade to a more intimate small-group tour in either Spanish or English. Small-group tours include 2-way transfers from your San Sebastian hotel or apartment.