San Sebastian Evening Pintxo Tour with Wine
Recommended by 98% of travelers
San Sebastian, Spain
- 3 hours (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Rather than guessing which restaurants serve the best bites, discover traditional Basque cuisine on a "pintxos" (Basque tapas) tour of San Sebastiàn. Explore the winding streets of the atmospheric Old Town with a gastronomic guide and discover local haunts that locals love. Sample tapas ranging from classic to contemporary. Sip cider and fine wines designed to compliment each dish and enjoy the intimate atmosphere of this small-group tour.
- Try some of the freshest and most exciting pintxos in San Sebastián
- Get help deciphering menus in another language
- Take away tailored foodie tips for the rest of your trip
- A small group promises personalized attention
What's Included
- Local expert culinary guide
- All food and drinks (1-2 pintxos and paired wines at 5)
- Lots of recommendations for the rest of your stay
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- Mimo Bite The ExperienceOkendo Kalea, 1, 20004 Donostia / San Sebastián, Gipuzkoa, Spain
Mimo Cooking School, in the basement of the Hotel Maria Cristina.
End point
- Donostia / San Sebastián, Gipuzkoa, Spain
Bid farewell to your guide in the final bar and, if you wish, continue to explore independently.
Operating hours.6:30 pm
Itinerary
Greet your expert gastronomic guide in central San Sebastiàn to commence your culinary adventure. Stroll through the lively streets of Parte Vieja Old Town and weave your way between bustling bars and atmospheric pintxos joints.
Listen as your guide informs you of the origin of pintxos, describing the variations of the beautifully prepared, bite size morsels inspired by locally sourced Basque ingredients. Navigate the tangle of streets and visit six acclaimed pintxos venues; pleasure you palate with specialties like crisp squid, juicy king prawns and tender pork fillet while sipping alcoholic drinks designed to compliment the food perfectly.
Allow your guide to recommend the most traditional and tantalizing pintxos and note the diversity of classic and contemporary preparation and presentation. Bid farewell to your guide in the final bar and, if you wish, continue to explore independently with the enticing flavors still dancing on your tongue.
Listen as your guide informs you of the origin of pintxos, describing the variations of the beautifully prepared, bite size morsels inspired by locally sourced Basque ingredients. Navigate the tangle of streets and visit six acclaimed pintxos venues; pleasure you palate with specialties like crisp squid, juicy king prawns and tender pork fillet while sipping alcoholic drinks designed to compliment the food perfectly.
Allow your guide to recommend the most traditional and tantalizing pintxos and note the diversity of classic and contemporary preparation and presentation. Bid farewell to your guide in the final bar and, if you wish, continue to explore independently with the enticing flavors still dancing on your tongue.
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Parte Vieja
3 hours • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Tour can be adapted to meet food preferences and dietary requirements (vegetarians, food allergies, etc)
- Not recommended for vegans
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Featured review
Elizabeth_C
Delicioso! Kai was amazing. Such great knowledge of Basque gastronomía and culture. Excellent choices. Food was delicious and so many options (1-3 dishes each + wine/cider x 5 stops). Definitely a recommended tour when you’re in San Sebastián. 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
Reviews
4.9
based on 336 reviews
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Joseph_R, Jul 2026
The tour was fantastic! Our guide, Kai, was excellent. He expertly curated a selection of five pinxtos locations. He was incredibly knowledgeable about both the food and the history of the city, and was just overall a fun guide. He also gave us great recommendations for other bars and restaurants. I would highly recommend this tour, particularly towards the start of your stay in the city since it’s a great way to get acclimated.
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review, Joseph.
We're delighted to hear that your evening with Kai was such a memorable experience. Introducing guests to San Sebastián through its pintxos, local wines and fascinating culinary traditions is exactly what our tours are designed to do, and we're so pleased you enjoyed both the food and the stories behind each stop.
It's also great to know that Kai's recommendations helped you continue exploring the city's incredible food scene after the tour. We couldn't agree more that joining a pintxos tour early in your stay is a fantastic way to discover local favorites and experience Donostia with confidence.
Thank you again for your recommendation, and we hope to welcome you back to the Basque Country for another gastronomic adventure in the future.
The Mimo Team
Rachel_P, May 2026
An absolute must! Had the best evening with a really fabulous guide, Jon. Such a beautiful place and Jon gave us history, food, drink and excellent company! We revisited the recommended places too! Made really special by the company making an effort to acknowledge my husbands 60th birthday x really appreciated x
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review.
We’re delighted to hear that Jon helped make your evening in San Sebastián so memorable. Combining local history, Basque gastronomy, carefully selected wines and great conversation is exactly what we hope our pintxos tours deliver, and it’s lovely to know you enjoyed revisiting some of the recommendations afterwards.
We’re especially pleased that we could play a small part in celebrating your husband’s 60th birthday. Special occasions deserve special memories, and we’re honored that your celebration became part of your time in Donostia.
Thank you again for joining us, and we hope to welcome you back for another culinary experience in the Basque Country in the future.
The Mimo Team
Glenn_A, May 2026
The food was amazing, and I left fully satisfied with everything.
Kai was one of the best guides I’ve ever had, and I’ve been on quite a few food/walking tours in my travels. He was very knowledgeable, personable, and extremely charming.
I would gladly join another tour (or cooking class) that I knew he was leading.
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you so much for your kind words and for joining our Evening Pintxo Tour in San Sebastián.
We’re especially happy to hear how much you enjoyed both the food and Kai’s company throughout the experience. Our goal at Mimo is always to create authentic Basque culinary experiences that feel personal, relaxed, and deeply connected to the local food culture of Donostia, so it means a lot to know this came across during your tour.
Kai will be truly delighted to read your comments. His passion for Basque gastronomy, local history, and genuine hospitality is exactly what makes these small-group food tours so special.
We would absolutely love to welcome you back for another pintxos tour or one of our hands-on cooking classes in San Sebastián next time you visit the Basque Country.
Warm regards,
k_m, Apr 2026
Amazing food and our tour guide was great. Basque has amazing food and friendly people. I would highly recommend.
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you very much for your kind review.
We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed discovering the pintxos culture of San Sebastián with us. Sharing great food, local wines and the welcoming atmosphere of the Basque Country with guests from around the world is exactly what our tours are all about.
It’s also wonderful to know that your guide helped make the evening feel special and enjoyable. We truly believe that the best way to experience Donostia is through its local bars, seasonal cuisine and the people who bring the city’s food culture to life every day.
Thank you again for joining us, and for recommending the experience to future travelers. We hope to welcome you back for another Basque culinary adventure someday.
Megan_C, Jan 2026
What an amazing experience! Our charming guide, Kai, gave my family a fantastic tour of Old Town, sharing his deep passion for Basque cuisine, history and culture. It was the perfect way to kick off our visit to Donostia/San Sebastian! The food, wine, and cider were outstanding, and we thoroughly enjoyed our evening with our gracious host. Eskerrik asko, Kai!
Response from Host, Jan 2026
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your review, wer are so glad to read that you enjoyed the experience! Can´t wait to welcome you again soon!
Elizabeth_C, Sep 2025
Delicioso! Kai was amazing. Such great knowledge of Basque gastronomía and culture. Excellent choices. Food was delicious and so many options (1-3 dishes each + wine/cider x 5 stops). Definitely a recommended tour when you’re in San Sebastián. 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
Response from Host, Sep 2025
Thank you for your kind words! We’re so glad you enjoyed the tour with Kai and the tastes of Basque gastronomy. Your recommendation means a lot to us—hope to welcome you back soon in San Sebastián!
Julia_V, Aug 2025
We had an amazing time on our pintxo tour with Almudena! The food was consistently delicious, and the drink pairings were spot-on. Almudena was incredibly knowledgeable—not just about the local cuisine, but also about Basque language, history, and daily life. It was a fantastic experience from start to finish. Thank you!
Response from Host, Sep 2025
Thank you Julia! We are so happy to read that you enjyed your tour with Almudena! looking forward to welcoming you at Mimo on another occasion
Jeffrey_L, May 2025
Great way to start your time to get an overview of what San Sebastián has to offer. Introduces you to local food and drink
Response from Host, Jun 2025
Thank ou so much for taking the time to share your experience! we hope to welcome you again in the future!
LeahSkelton, May 2025
Amazing , Kai was such a brilliant host and all the food was spectacular, company was good, scallops were the best dish, well worth it
Response from Host, Jun 2025
Dear guest,
We are so happy to read your review! kai is really an amazing guide, thank you so much for taking the time to share your opinion, we can´t wait to have you again in San Sebastian
Ilene_T, Nov 2024
Sandra did such a great job managing our group of 9. Making sure my gluten allergies were accommodated, telling us about the specialties at each stop and really sharing the local culture of pint is.
Response from Host, Nov 2024
Thank you so much!
Margaret_W, Oct 2024
Sandra was an enthusiastic, knowledgeable and friendly guide who expertly guided us through the old town to several pintxo bars. Fabulous food and wine and great atmosphere and she managed to find us seats even on a busy Friday evening.
Response from Host, Nov 2024
Thank you for your kind words! We’re so glad to hear you had a fantastic time with Sandra. . We’re glad you enjoyed the food, wine, and atmosphere, and we hope to welcome you back soon for more culinary adventures!
linda_w, Oct 2024
Sandra was a fantastic tour guide - engaging, warm, and a gracious host! She picked fantastic choices for the various Pinxtos bars, and was a source of great information on local history as well. She is very fun and a great conversationalist too! What a fun, memorable, delicious evening!!! I highly recommend!
Response from Host, Nov 2024
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re so glad to hear you had such a fun and memorable evening with Sandra. We really appreciate the recommendation and hope to welcome you again soon for another delicious adventure!
Jennifer_B, Oct 2024
Veronica was fantastic! She grew up in old town. The foods were out of this world fantastic. She chose foods with many flavor layers and cooking processes.
Response from Host, Oct 2024
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled to hear that you had such a great experience with Veronica. Her deep local knowledge and passion for the food of San Sebastián make the tour truly special. We’re glad you enjoyed the variety of flavors and cooking techniques she introduced. We hope to welcome you back soon for more culinary adventures!
A_J, Oct 2024
Our guide, Sandra, was delightful and did a wonderful job guiding us through the Old Town and introducing us to culture and tastes of pintxos. She went out of her way to make sure there were options for everyone's tastes and ensuring we were introduced to the specialties of each Pinxtos Bar. It was the perfect introduction! She also emailed us all additional recommendations if we were staying longer in San Sebastian. Wonderful!
Response from Host, Oct 2024
Thank you for your lovely review! We’re happy to hear that Sandra provided such a delightful and informative tour. It’s great to know you enjoyed the variety of pintxos and the cultural insights she shared. We hope to welcome you back for another delicious experience soon!
EUGENE_O, Sep 2024
Mikal was very knowledgeable and entertaining guide. Selected pinxtos were all excellent. And we enjoyed the group of people that we weee with.
Response from Host, Oct 2024
Thank you, Eugene! We're glad to hear that you had a great time with Mikel on the pintxo tour. It’s fantastic that the pintxos and the group enhanced the experience. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back for another tasty adventure in San Sebastián!
Nicholas_B, Sep 2024
We had a lot of fun, Christina was warm, friendly, authentic and knowledgeable, a perfect evening!..
Response from Host, Oct 2024
Thank you so much for your review, Nicholas! We're thrilled to hear that Cristina made your evening so enjoyable. It sounds like her warmth and knowledge added that special touch to your experience. We hope to see you again on your next visit to San Sebastián!
Chelsea_T, Sep 2024
I had a wonderfully fun evening with Christina who was such an enthusiastic ambassador of San Sebastián and its culinary delights. They even give you other places to try and what their specialties are as the world of pinxos can be overwhelming
Response from Host, Oct 2024
Thank you, Chelsea! We’re delighted to hear that you had a fantastic time with Cristina and enjoyed her passion for San Sebastián’s culinary scene. It’s great that you appreciated the extra recommendations as well—there’s always more to explore in the world of pintxos! We hope you’ll join us again in the future.
Robin_S, Sep 2024
Sandra, our just, was so great! Her enthusiasm, warmth and knowledge made her an excellent guide. We went to five delicious pinxtos bars…lots of variety in food and drinks. A very fun and delicious night!
Response from Host, Sep 2024
Thank you so much for your great review! it was a pleasure having you at MImo and we hope to welcome you again soon
Ambra_C, Sep 2024
Memorable experience! Delicious pintxos, wine and cider. Our guide Kai was fabulous - knowledgeable and so welcoming!
Response from Host, Sep 2024
Thank you so much for sharing your feedback, Kai could be one of the best culinary guides in town no doubt!
Tania_G, Aug 2024
Our tour guides, Kai & Mikel, had local & gastronomy expertise that made for a unique & delicious experience. I tried things I never would have eaten such as anchovies, baby squid, spider crab & beef cheeks. We ended the night with a memorable dessert, a twist on French toast. And the wine pairings were perfect! This is a must do tour if you’re new to the city.
Response from Host, Sep 2024
Thank you so much for sharing your experience Tania, our guides are locals, with deep knowleadge in the culinary scene of the city and that definitely makes a difference!
Sue_L, Aug 2024
We had a superb night on this food tour with our excellent guide, Kai. He is so knowledgeable and passionate about San Sebastián and its food culture. We were taken to 5 of his favourite pintxos bars and enjoyed local specialities with some fabulous wines. Kai has an engaging personality and was able to communicate well with our group who were a mix of travellers from Australia, the UK, Ireland and the US. He also provided us with additional notes and recommendations for our stay in San Sebastián which we used. The two hour tour lasted 3.5 hours! We would highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting the area for the first time. It’s a terrific introduction to the pintxos food scene. Thanks Kai!
Response from Host, Sep 2024
Thanks Sue for such a great review! we hope to welcome you again in the future in another one of our experiences!
Tanuja_S, Aug 2024
We did this on our first evening in San Sebastián, and were very glad we did it! Our guide Ane was super knowledgeable and gave us a great tour of the history of SS and of course the pintxo bars! She not only highlighted the best pintxos in each place, but also suggested the best wine pairings with each, and more importantly sent us a recap of all the bars we visited, the food we ate and other recommendations. Highly recommend and worth the money!
Response from Host, Sep 2024
Thank you so much for your sharing your feedback! Ane is an amazing guide and host and you can´t be in better hands your fist evening in the city ;)
Michelle_P, Aug 2024
Very nice guide and tour. Loved our group and experience. Descruzáis 5 people and we had more than that. I always find it annoying when the advertisement is not accurate. Still very nice and kind guide. Great way to get to know the city. Adding more cultural and historical information would be nice.
Matthew_G, Jul 2024
Kai was an awesome tour guide. They have all the reservations made, arrange buying all the dishes and explain everything thoroughly. Can’t say enough positive things about this experience. A+
sallyparkin, Jul 2024
Sandra our host as brilliant and took us to some fantastic Pintxos bars. The food, drink and company were excellent.
Susan_K, Jun 2024
We had the most wonderful time and the most incredible guide. What is the perfect way to eat and drink in San Sebastian?
Angela_H, Jun 2024
My husband and I loved this tour! It was the first thing we did in San Sebastian, and it was a great kick off to the trip. Sandra was our guide, and she was wonderful. She took us to all the great spots, and explained so much of the culture. Would highly recommend!
Brian_B, Apr 2024
Our guide was great! Very knowledgeable about the town and took us to eat fantastic food! I highly recommend.
Tom_M, Apr 2024
Sandra was delightful! Very informative and made sure all had a great time! We visited several pintxo bars and Sandra selected our items based on our requests. A great value! Thanks Sandra!
John_I, Mar 2024
Silvana was gracious and knowledgeable and gave us a great tour. Looking forward to another tour with her
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