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San Sebastián, Spain

Travel guide · Spain

San Sebastián: what to see and when to go

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San Sebastián is a Belle Époque seaside city in the Basque Country, wrapped around the shell-shaped bay of La Concha. It has one of the world's highest concentrations of Michelin stars, but the pintxo bars of the old town are the real draw.

What to see and do in San Sebastián

  1. La Concha

    One of Europe's finest city beaches, lined by a promenade with white railings.

  2. Parte Vieja

    The old town's pintxo bars: order a couple of bites and a glass of txakoli in each.

  3. Monte Igueldo and Monte Urgull

    Ride the funicular up Igueldo for the classic bay view, or walk up Urgull to the castle.

  4. Peine del Viento

    Chillida's iron sculptures anchored to the rocks at the end of the bay.

  5. The Basque coast

    Hondarribia, Pasaia and Getaria, the fishing village of grilled turbot and Balenciaga.

Tours and tickets in San Sebastián

Best time to go

Weather month by month
MonthJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Avg. high13°15°16°17°19°23°24°25°23°22°16°14°
Rainy days151317141715131314121815

Getting there

FromFlight timeReturn flight
London 1 hr, 45 min≈ €110 · See flights
New York 8 hr≈ €470 · See flights
Los Angeles 12 hr, 30 min≈ €590 · See flights
Dubai 7 hr, 45 min≈ €450 · See flights
Singapore 15 hr≈ €650 · See flights
Sydney 23 hr≈ €830 · See flights
Stay≈ €100 per night

3 nights from London: ≈ €420 per person, flight and stay included.

Per person. Estimates from distance and local prices; real fares depend on your dates.

Essentials

Country
Spain
Currency
Euro
Good for
food · sea · calm
How long to stay
2–3 days
Where to stay
Parte Vieja for pintxos on your doorstep; Gros for surf and a younger crowd; Centro for Belle Époque elegance.Find a place to stay in San Sebastián

Plan your trip

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Frequently asked questions

What's the weather like in San Sebastián and when should you go?

Average highs range from 13° in January to 25° in August.

How many days do you need in San Sebastián?

2 to 3 days is enough to see the essentials without rushing.

What does a few days in San Sebastián cost?

Accommodation runs at around €100 per person per night. 3 nights from London: ≈ €420 per person, flight and stay included. The flight from London takes about 1 hr, 45 min.

Where should you stay in San Sebastián?

Parte Vieja for pintxos on your doorstep; Gros for surf and a younger crowd; Centro for Belle Époque elegance.

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