San Sebastian Walking Tour with Pintxo and Drink

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Duration
2 hours
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Number of Guests
1 - 15 guests
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Language
English, Spanish
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Discover San Sebastian's historic charm on a guided walking tour. Explore unique landmarks, unwind with a pintxo and drink in the Old Town, and learn tales of the city's vibrant past.

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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Experience Details

Meet San Sebastian's most interesting spots by walking across its historic area! Join our local guides and do not miss any of the secrets that this emblematic city hides, learning every detail of its buildings and its people.


Departing from the border of Old and New Towns (where the 19th century city walls were built!) we will take you through the serpentine Old Town streets, visiting the two main churches and the pintxo streets. Later on we will show you the expansion of the city during the early 20th century with the influence of the Spanish Queen Maria Cristina in the construction of many of San Sebastian's most characteristic buildings such as Hotel de Londres and Maria Cristina (named after her), the catherdal of Buen Pastor (Good Shepherd), the Tabakalera museum, Victoria Eugenia auditorium and many more. This activity includes a pintxo round in a traditional bar in La Parte Vieja, the Old Town!

What You Get

Local guide
Local pintxo and drink in the Old Town
Food and drinks, unless specified
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Rain clothes

Good To Know

  • If your booking doesn’t meet the minimum group size, we will contact you at least 3 days in advance to let you know. Feel free to reach out anytime to check the total number of bookings for your tour date.
  • If the minimum group for carrying out the activity would not be reached, an alternative date or full refund would be offered.
  • A minimum of 2 adults (4 adults for the mid-sized group tour option) is required to carry out the tour.
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately.
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby

What You’ll Experience

1

Centro

Discover the Belle Époque charm of San Sebastián as we explore its most iconic landmarks. Our journey begins at the City Hall (Ayuntamiento), a stunning building with a rich history. Strolling along the famous La Concha Beach, you'll hear how the city became a luxurious spa retreat for Spanish royalty. Next, we'll visit the impressive Cathedral of Buen Pastor, home to one of Europe’s largest organs. Our journey continues as we cross the María Cristina Bridge, an architectural gem inspired by the bridges of Paris, offering breathtaking views of the Urumea River. We'll then admire the exterior of the María Cristina Hotel, a glamorous symbol of the San Sebastián Film Festival, still bearing scars from the Spanish Civil War. Just across, we'll see the Victoria Eugenia Theatre, a historic venue that has witnessed the city's vibrant cultural life.
1 hourAdmission Ticket Free
2

Old Town

In this second part of the tour, we’ll delve into the narrow streets of the Old Town, where one of the city's most intense battles took place. We will visit the Market of La Bretxa, a historic marketplace that has been a vital part of local life for centuries. As we explore, you'll discover century-old shops, some over 190 years old! We’ll step inside the Church of San Vicente, a Gothic gem that holds a relic older than the city itself, and visit the famous Plaza de la Constitución, which conceals fascinating hidden secrets. Our journey ends at the iconic Church of Santa María del Coro, where we’ll admire its stunning Baroque façade from the outside.
40 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
3

31 de Agosto

To conclude, the guide will invite you to choose one pintxo and a drink, a perfect moment to enjoy our local white wine and immerse yourself in the city's rich gastronomic culture.
20 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Meeting & Pickup

Meeting Point

San Sebastian Turismoa, Alameda del Boulevard, Guipúzcoa País Vasco, Spain, ES, 20003

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The meeting point is the San Sebastian Tourism Office's main gate. Please wait for your guide outside the office. The tour leader will carry a corporate ID displaying our company name, Local Experts Tours.
End Point

This experience ends at the meeting point.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund minus a 3.2% transaction fee.

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What People Are Saying
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Fabulous walk, laughs and pintxos
July 05, 2025
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Had a lovely evening with our guide Beatrice. A walk, some sights and lots of laughs. Finished with tapas and a drink or two. Thank you we had such good fun. A great way to start your evening

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Great tour that feels like a family outing
June 30, 2025
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Eva was amazing! She showed us all around -as we talked about history and culture today and answered all our questions, even ones we were curious about. My teenagers loved her!

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A good introduction to the history and geography of San Sebastián.
June 23, 2025
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Paul was a friendly and knowledgeable guide on this 2 hour walking tour. We learned a good deal of the history of San Sebastián. We got a feel for the layout of the city.

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Great walking tour
June 23, 2025
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This walking tour is a great balance of walking and talking , with a very informative host who provides some brief history of San Sebastián, along with some notable information on the main landmark...read more

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Excellent
June 21, 2025
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Great English speaking guide, very knowledgeable of the city history. I will recommend to friends coming next month.

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