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- English
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!
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
I'll meet you in front of City Hall - I'm the tall chap carrying a green folder. (that's me in the cover photo of this tour showing City Hall) (If you're using Apple Maps - please note that the map can show the meeting point as being on the beach! It's shown in Google Maps correctly.)
Itinerary
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1La Concha Beach
We'll start the tour by discovering the origins of the city while overlooking the fabulous bay of La Concha.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Ayuntamiento de San Sebastian
Discover the origins of the iconic city hall (outside visit)
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Parte Vieja
We'll move on to the old town via the port, learning about how it was in medieval times. We'll also discover the disaster of 1813, learn about the Basque language and local sports and customs.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Kursaal
Leaving the old town, we'll make our way to see the Kursaal convention centre (outside visit) and discover the secrets of the east of the city.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5Victoria Eugenia Antzokia
Discover the secrets of the International Film Festival with an outside visit to the Victoria Eugenia Theatre and the luxurious Maria Cristina Hotel
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6Gipuzkoa plaza
Experience the stunning first public park in Donostia, and discover its hidden stories.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7Alderdi Eder parkea
Experience this amazing park overlooking the bay
10 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Rating
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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