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San Sebastian San Sebastian

At the edge of the magnificent Bay of Biscay, in the heart of Basque region lies San Sebastián, the renowned gastronomic capital of Spain. Stretched across a glistening cerulean blue shoreline, this celebratory city of food and wine is infused with a bounty of culinary experiences: from fine tapas to acclaimed molecular gastronomy. A generous metropolis, infused with Basque culture, San Sebastián, inspires with its unparalleled artwork, fascinates with uncommon boutiques, and offers a stunning environment of old and new world in structures of architectural splendor.

Memorable Experiences
  • Coastal Views
    Hike to the top of Monte Urgull and gaze at its spectacular harbor below.
  • Island Picnic
    In summertime, plan a daytime picnic on the stunning Isla Santa Clara.
  • Cider House
    Enjoy a local Guipuzcoan cider at one of the region's authentic sidrerias.
  • Beach Promenade
    Stroll along the shore of the Playa de la Concha by the Paseo.
  • Distinctive Details
  • San Sebastián, known as Donostia in the Basque language, is a word derived from Donebastián. It combines "done" the word for "saint" with Sebastián. Thus, residents of the city are known as Donostiarras.
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Culture Art merges with nature in settings where ocean air sweeps through mountain forests.
  • Highly Recommended
  • Centro Kursaal Two cubes of translucent glass, resembling a pair of massive beach rocks, rest upon the sandy... Read More
  • Local Charms
  • Museo Chillida-Leku Sunlight falls in patches upon the burnt umber surface of oxidized steel. It filters through the... Read More
  • Peine del Viento Heavy lavender clouds hover above a swelling bay. Steel blue waters grow choppy as waves crash... Read More
  • Recreation
  • Parque Cristina Enea A peacock fans his tail feathers in a magnificent display of luminous turquoise and chartreuse, a... Read More
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Shopping From art-inspired fashions to handmade chocolates, exquisite offerings abound.
  • Indigenous Flavors
  • Chocolades de Mendaro Pure milk chocolate envelopes a wedge of marzipan as a skilled artisan prepares a batch of bonbons.... Read More
  • Local Charms
  • La Bretxa Bundles of razor clams wrapped in twine lie beside long gray hake and silver sea bass. The spiny... Read More
  • Shops & Boutiques
  • Loreak Mendian A light shines upon a sculpture of sanded chairs in the window. The provocative display acts as an... Read More
  • Noventa Gardos Flanked by a pair of Doric columns, the glass door of this modern shop leads into a vast, pristine... Read More
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Cuisine Tradition and innovation mingle in kitchens of exceptional gastronomic prowess.
  • Acclaimed
  • Martin Berasategui A set of windows sweeps across a curved wall overlooking acres of verdant treetops. Walnut chairs... Read More
  • Mugaritz Cloaked in vines of dark green ivy, a terracotta-roofed farmhouse, nestled into the hills south of... Read More
  • Indigenous Flavors
  • Zuberoa Ravioli, filled with Norwegian lobster and truffles, exudes the aroma of sweet onion. Roast pigeon... Read More
  • Casa Urola Raisins scent foie gras, while rosemary infuses sea bass in signature dishes at Casa Urola. In this... Read More
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Noteworthy The region's vibrant history is revealed in picturesque villages and merry parklands.
  • Day Excursions
  • Arantzazu Carved from limestone, thousands of diamond-shaped tips emerge from the imposing façade of a... Read More
  • Hondarribia/Fuenterrabia Red geraniums tumble over balconies painted blue, green, and brown and match the fishing boats that... Read More
  • Family
  • Monte Igueldo A funicular railway car ascends through an archway of pines, rising smoothly up the tracks before... Read More
  • Neighborhoods
  • San Sebastián's Old Quarter Tiers of balconies look out upon the umbrella-shaded cafes of Constitution Square. Elegant lanterns... Read More
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