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Experience San Sebastian’s highlights and lesser-known delights on this small-group electric bike tour. Hop on an easy-to-ride bike and see more than you ever could by walking as you cruise the city's large network of bike lanes. Discover La Concha, the Boulevard, and Monte Igueldo for bird’s-eye views, and explore often-overlooked districts such as the university and sports quarter. Ideal for first-time and short-on-time visitors, with a choice of departures.

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.

Choosing where to eat in San Sebastian can be overwhelming, especially with so many tempting pintxos (small snacks) bars. This guided walking tour takes you beyond the obvious spots to sample local favorites you might not order on your own. Come hungry, as you taste specialties such as Iberian acorn ham, oysters, croquettes, olives, and Spanish omelet, all while learning the stories behind the flavors from your guide.

San Sebastian is home to countless pintxo bars, but it's tricky to know which serve the best bites. This small-group food tour takes the guesswork out of eating like a local, leading you to carefully selected bars to sample pintxos paired with regional drinks. Along the way, your guide shares the stories behind Basque cuisine, ensuring you leave with a full belly and deeper appreciation of the city's food culture.

Perched in the heart of San Sebastian’s La Concha Bay, Santa Clara Island is one of the city’s gems. Discover it on this fun boat trip, which comes complete with an audio guide you can access using your smartphone. Choose whether to stay longer and explore the island’s beaches and the “Hondalea” artwork (in season) or return on the next boat back.

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.

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.

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.

San Sebastian’s architecture and golden sands look their best from the water. Experience them for longer when you join this intimate cruise that covers not just San Sebastian’s bay but the bay of Pasaia. Soft drinks, a Polaroid photo, and Wi-Fi are included, as well as a downloadable audio guide. Upgrade for the sunset tour, which is longer than the morning or afternoon cruises, and features a glass of cava.

Known as the city that serves the best of Basque cuisine, San Sebastián is a top destination for food lovers in Europe. But, its tastiest plates and local restaurants may be difficult to find without insider help. This small-group food tour offers just that, with an itinerary that showcases San Sebastián’s culinary credentials. Visit family-run bars and bakeries, make the Basque snacks “pintxos,” sip cider, and learn about the city’s culture from a local guide.

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!

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.

Pintxo culture is at the heart of San Sebastian’s food scene. Enjoy reserved seating at some of the city’s most fascinating venues—plus a tour of Mercado de la Bretxa—when you prebook this intimate tour, available as small-group and private options. Sample wine, charcuterie, desserts, and more, and leave with recommendations for the rest of your stay. Note that when the market is closed, your tour includes an additional two pintxo stops.

Immerse yourself in the beauty of the Gipuzkoa coast, without having to plan how to get around, thanks to this convenient whistle-stop half-day tour. Travel with ease in a private air-conditioned vehicle with a guide to provide commentary about the fishing villages and hidden local gems you pass—such as the pretty town of Zarautz, the quaint fishing port of Getaria, and the small village of Orio.

Finding the best pintxos spots in San Sebastian’s Old Town can be difficult without local insight. This private tour takes you through Donostia-San Sebastian Old Town with a guide, uncovering both well-known highlights and hidden corners. Along the way, receive a map and personalized recommendations for top pintxos bars—helping you eat like a local long after the tour ends.

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.

Experience the green path of St. James’ Way (Camino de Santiago) on this nature-focused tour. Hike across Mount Ulia, enjoying views of San Sebastián and the bay of Pasaia, and visit the Ulia lighthouse. End in the fishing village of San Pedro with a pintxo and drink, then return comfortably to San Sebastián. This moderately strenuous hike requires good fitness and is not suitable for people with reduced mobility.

Discover the San Sebastian coast and the bay of La Concha the intimate way, aboard a private sailboat just for you and your group of family and friends. As your local skipper steers you along the coast from Donostia, you’ll relax on deck, soaking up the sights away from the land-based crowds.

Enjoy a full-day trip to Lourdes from San Sebastian, Biarritz, or Bayonne, traveling comfortably through the stunning landscapes of the French Pyrenees. With hotel pick-up and private transportation, you will visit the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Lourdes, including the Massabielle Grotto, the Basilica of the Immaculate Conception, the Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary, and the underground Basilica of Saint Pius X. You will also discover the House of Bernadette and have the option to see the Fortified Castle overlooking the valley. Enjoy free time to light a candle, stroll the esplanade, and savor a traditional two-course French lunch before returning. Faith, history, and gastronomy in one inspiring journey.

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.

Departing from Bilbao or San Sebastián : live an unforgettable day through three of the most iconic destinations in the French Basque Country: Biarritz, Bayonne and San Juan de Luz. A complete excursion combining history, coastal elegance, traditional architecture and local cuisine. We start in Biarritz, a city of aristocratic air and spectacular views of the Atlantic. We will visit places like the Grande Plage, the Casino, the Hotel du Palais and the church of Sainte Eugénie, with free time afterwards to enjoy the surroundings. We will continue to Bayonne, where we will take a guided tour of its historic center, including the City Hall, the church of San Andrés and the Gothic cathedral. Then you will have time to have lunch and explore at your own pace. We close the day in San Juan de Luz, a charming fishing village where we combine a short guided tour with free time to stroll, shop or relax. A complete experience with guidance, transportation and the perfect balance between culture and leisure.

Join this small group and cycle around San Sebastian with your guide, and learn all about Basque history and culture. Ride along the city’s fantastic bike trails and get to the beaches to check the surf. You’ll pass by several attractions, where you can stop and learn a bit about each of them. This tour lasts around two and a half hours.

Txakoli is a lightly sparkling white wine from the Basque region, with green bottles common in San Sebastian’s bars. This half-day, small-group tour reveals its secrets in the medieval fishing town of Getaria, a noted txakoli center. Tour the old town and visit a winery for a guided tour, tasting different txakoli styles paired with local appetizers. Hotel pickup and drop-off, plus air-conditioned transport, are included.