Top San Sebastian Walking Tours

READY FOR AN ADVENTURE IN THE BASQUE CITY? Time-limited travellers, families with teens, if you're visiting this lovely city for the 1st time, you're in the right place! We'll start at the majestic Buenpas 'Good Shepherd' Cathedral Of course, we’ll also stroll along the iconic La Concha Beach, the same sandy stretch that once captivated royalty Next stop is the elegant City Hall… full of tales of late-night bets and glamorous parties straight out of a movie! Down at the Harbor, with fishing boats and nosy seagulls, you’ll hear how this little marine corner once fed the entire city Then, going up to Mount Urgull (100m elevation and moderate hike) with its breathtaking views of the bay. That'll definitely steal a “wow!” from you before you even notice. I’ll share how old cannons that once defended the city now share the spotlight with visitors’ selfies Then we dive into the Old Town (Alde Zaharra), the pintxo paradise where every bar seems to battle for the tastiest bite

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

The Best Way to Discover San Sebastián: Scavenger Hunt & Self-Guided Tour! Play, learn, and walk! Explore at your own pace with a 100% self-guided activity. Start anytime (24/7) with no guides or schedules. Pause for some world-famous pintxos in the Old Town or enjoy the sea breeze at La Concha Beach and resume whenever you're ready—even the next day. This unique team-building activity is perfect for couples, families, and groups. The "Complete City" Package - Everything you need in one app: Interactive Game: Solve puzzles and discover 10+ major attractions, plus hidden gems revealed along the way. Cultural Context: Read the history and legends of each site as you explore. Insider Tips: Access hand-picked local restaurant and shop recommendations. What you will visit: Maria Kristina Zubia, San Sebastián Cathedral, Cervantes Plaza, Gipuzkoa Plaza, Alderdi Eder Parkea, San Bizente Eliza, San Telmo Museum, De la Trinidad Plaza, Koruko Andre Mariaren Basilika, and the Aquarium.

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.

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.

Are you looking for a way to see San Sebastián without joining a tour group? Explore at your own pace with this affordable audio walking tour. • Trace the city‘s origins as a haven for sailors, whales, and cider, to its reign as a royal beach resort and the continent‘s fine dining capital • Hear from producer, Gregory Schaefer, a chef that's been in Basque for over 10 years • Do it all in two hour or linger at stops along the way with complete control over when you start and finish • Get unlimited use before your booking date and after it • Use the virtual tour option at home Once you’ve booked, you’ll receive a ticket with instructions and a unique code listed under “Before You Go”. Then simply install the VoiceMap app and enter your code. The app displays directions to the starting point, and when you’re in the right place, just pop in your headphones and tap start. VoiceMap has automatic GPS playback, with turn-by-turn directions. It also works offline.

San Sebastián has hundreds of pintxos bars — knowing where to go, what to order, and how to combine everything can be overwhelming. Join me, Erich, a chef and gastronomic researcher, for an evening through five carefully selected bars. You'll taste 7–10 pintxos and enjoy five drinks, creating a complete dinner rather than a few small samples. This isn't a bar crawl. You'll learn how locals decide where to eat and what to order — and by the end of the evening, you'll know how to explore San Sebastián's pintxos bars with confidence for the rest of your trip. The experience is designed for small groups, leaving room for questions and personal recommendations based on your interests and dietary needs. Afterward, you'll receive a personalized list of places to explore on your own. Book near the start of your trip: you'll leave with a full dinner and the confidence to keep eating well.

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.

Discover San Sebastian, the pearl of Cantabria, in a day full of discoveries. Stroll through the Gros district, admire the Maria Cristina Bridge, and visit the Aquarium, the symbol of the city. Climb Mount Urgull for spectacular panoramic views of Concha Bay and explore historic sites such as Mota Castle and St. Mary of the Choir Basilica. Enjoy pintxos, these delicious tapas, at the heart of local animation. An immersion in Basque art, history and gastronomy awaits you. - 8 km circuit to cover in 3h15, ideal for a quick visit - 26 points of interest including monuments and museums - Tips for enjoying the best local gastronomic specialties - Accessible on foot, facilitating the discovery of the city at your own pace

Walk The Nicest Vineyard Trail out of the tourist path. This tour has everything you have ever wanted: - You will travel by train from San Sebastian to Zarautz (25 minutes only)admiring the gorgeous landscapes - You will walk the Camino de Santiago (St James walk) - You will eat at a LOCAL market - 3 Wine tasting at a Txakoli Winery - You will discover a tiny fishermen village The walk is easy (9km) with only 70 minutes uphill. 2:15 PM Once the excursion is over, you can choose between going back to Donostia-San Sebastián by bus or staying the afternoon in Getaria (recommended). We help you if you need something else. We hear you! Shall we start?

San Sebastián has a reputation as one of the best food cities in the world, and this three-hour small-group walking tour through Gros and the Old Town shows you exactly why. With a max group of 10 guest, you'll work your way through five family-run bars and bakeries, sitting down for six tastings and four drink pours, including a hands-on pintxo-making moment and the region's traditional poured cider. Your local guide threads the tastings together with stories of Basque daily life, past 'Belle Époque' landmarks, and through the market square where locals still do their shopping. The route finishes at San Sebastián's oldest bakery, in business since 1886, for the pastry the city has loved for generations!

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.

On this Shared Walking Tour of Hondarribia you will discover one of the most picturesque villas in the Basque Country, where history is breathed in every corner. We will stroll through the walled historic quarter, with its cobblestone streets, houses with wooden balconies and the imposing Plaza de Armas, presided over by the old castle of Charles V. We will continue to the lively Marina, the fishing quarter full of color and life, to know its seafaring atmosphere and its gastronomic tradition. A close and pleasant tour to enjoy Hondarribia in all its essence : its medieval legacy, its seafaring character and its unique charm facing the sea.

This tour offers a unique experience that captures the essence of San Sebastián in an exceptional way. Our team of professional guides, all natives of the region, are not only knowledgeable in the city's history and culture, but are also committed to providing travelers with an authentic and enriching experience. From the picturesque landscapes to the lesser-known corners, our tour offers a complete immersion in the charms of San Sebastián. Join us to discover the best kept secrets of this jewel of the Basque Country and create unforgettable memories on your trip.

Discover the delicious gastronomy of San Sebastian on this small-group tasting tour in the Old Town. Visit different spots to sample pintxos that are perfectly paired with local Spanish wines. Explore this fascinating quarter in between tastings and learn about the history, culture, and people of this Basque city during the tour.

San Sebastian is well-known for its culinary culture, but choosing where to eat can be tricky for visitors. This small-group tour takes the guesswork out of your visit by taking you to the city's five best pintxo bars where you will enjoy a selection of seven pintxos and a sweet dessert.

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.

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.