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Enjoy the Beauty of the Basque Bay of San Sebastian with Free Walking Tours
San Sebastian, or, in common parlance, simply Sanse, is also called little or southern Paris for the architectural style of the city's development borrowed from the French capital. San Sebastian is divided into two parts by the Urumea River with amazingly beautiful bridges across it. Among them, the Maria Cristina and Kursaal bridges stand out. If you want to see the most interesting places, you can book our free tour in San Sebastian.
Places to See in San Sebastian
San Sebastian is a citadel of culinary diversity, notably with the largest concentration of Michelin-star restaurants. It is also a city of beaches that are definitely worth visiting. In addition to food and beaches, you can also see other attractions on a free walking tour in San Sebastian.
- Basilica of Santa Maria del Coro. Santa Maria del Coro is one of the most visited attractions in the city. This majestic 18th-century church with a Baroque façade combines Gothic, neoclassical, and Churrigueresque elements. The church's portico is made in the Plateresque style. Enter inside and you will see a vault and an altar in the neo-Gothic style.
- La Concha Beach. La Concha Beach, or Shell Beach, is a beach that overlooks the barrier of the same name. Here you can swim, sunbathe, or simply stroll along the white sand beach and admire the bay or the stone arches surrounding the beach.
- Miramar Royal Palace. Historically, San Sebastian was often visited by Spanish monks during the summer. For many years, the Spanish royal family chose this city for their summer vacation. It offers a beautiful view of the bay. Many Spanish queens chose this house as their favorite summer residence. The house itself is closed to tourists, but you can see the well-kept colorful gardens that surround the building. This is a great place to come for a picnic and admire nature.
- Good Shepherd Cathedral. The huge Catedral del Buen Pastor of San Sebastian is both the symbol of the city and its largest church, covering an area of more than 1,915 square meters. The main feature of this building is its impressive 75-metre-high tower, which is built from local sandstone taken from Mount Igueldo. This neo-Gothic cathedral is located in the New Town.
- San Telmo Historical Museum. You can get acquainted with the cultural heritage of the Basque Country at the San Telmo Historical Museum. It is the largest museum of Basque history, which allows you to follow its development from prehistoric times to the present day. The museum occupies several buildings at once - the Dominican monastery of the 16th century and buildings from the Renaissance. It presents more than 26,000 historical items that shed light on the past of this country. Entrance to the museum will cost you 6 euros.
Practical Information: Tour Schedule, Meeting Places, and Booking Details
Our San Sebastian walking tours last about two hours and are available in Spanish and English. For more detailed information, choose the tour you’re interested in. You can also read the impressions of our tourists:
The Best Free Tour of the History of San Sebastián
“Gonzalo has been a great guide, balancing very well the historical contents with the anecdotes and practical information about bars, etc.”
San Sebastián Essential - Discover the essence with a local guide!
“Eli accompanied us with history, anecdotes and description of Basque history, culture and customs. Very good tour. Highly recommended.”
To visit San Sebastian, you can use the San Sebastián Airport (EAS), which is located 20 km from the city: the Spanish low-cost airline Vueling flies here from the popular Madrid and Barcelona. You can also get to San Sebastian by train at the Amara-Donostia railway station.
Explore San Sebastian's Iconic Places
Book a San Sebastian city tour to see the most picturesque corners and touch the charming architecture of the city.
