San Sebastian 5 Day Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival and Exploration of La Concha Neighborhood

Start your day with a delicious breakfast at a local café or bakery, such as Café Botanico or Pastelería El Mesías.

  • 9:00 AM - Start your exploration of the La Concha neighborhood by walking along the picturesque Paseo de la Concha, which offers stunning views of the Bay of Biscay.
  • 10:30 AM - Visit the iconic Kursaal Congress Centre and Auditorium, a striking building designed by architect Rafael Moneo.
  • 12:00 PM - Stop for lunch at one of the many excellent restaurants in the area. Try some local specialties like pintxos (small snacks) or anchovies with olives.
  • 2:00 PM - Visit the Museo de la Real Cárcel, a museum housed in the former royal prison that features exhibits on the history and culture of San Sebastian.
  • 5:00 PM - Take a stroll along the beautiful La Concha beach, where you can enjoy the sunset and take a refreshing dip in the ocean if you like.
  • 8:00 PM - Enjoy dinner at one of the many excellent restaurants in the area. Don’t miss the famous “pintxos” (small snacks) bars, such as Bar Zeroin or Bar Zapi.

Day 2: Gastronomic Tour and More

Start your day with a visit to the Mercado de San Martin, a bustling marketplace where you can sample local products and drinks.

  • 9:00 AM - Take part in a guided gastronomic tour, which will introduce you to some of the best pintxos bars and restaurants in town. Don’t miss out on trying some local specialties like tortilla española (Spanish omelette) or croquetas.
  • 1:00 PM - Take a break for lunch at one of the many excellent restaurants in the area. Try some local seafood dishes, such as grilled fish or mussels.
  • 3:30 PM - Visit the Museo de San Telmo, a museum dedicated to the history and culture of San Sebastian.
  • 6:00 PM - Enjoy dinner at one of your favorite restaurants from yesterday’s tour. Don’t forget to try some local wines like Rioja or Txakoli.
  • 8:30 PM - End your evening with a visit to the lively Parte Vieja neighborhood, where you can find plenty of bars and clubs to keep you entertained.

Day 3: Beach Day and Surfing Lessons

Spend the day relaxing on the beautiful La Concha beach or try out some surfing lessons.

  • 9:00 AM - Start your day with a delicious breakfast at a local café or bakery.
  • 11:00 AM - Take part in a surfing lesson at one of the many surf schools in town. Don’t worry if you’re a beginner - the instructors will help you catch your first waves!
  • 2:00 PM - Enjoy lunch at one of the many excellent restaurants near the beach. Try some local seafood dishes, such as grilled fish or mussels.
  • 4:30 PM - Take part in a guided tour of the nearby Monte Urgull hill, which offers stunning views of the city and the Bay of Biscay.
  • 8:00 PM - Enjoy dinner at one of your favorite restaurants from previous days. Don’t forget to try some local wines like Rioja or Txakoli.

Day 4: More Pintxos and Local Culture

Spend the day exploring more of San Sebastian’s cultural scene.

  • 9:00 AM - Start your day with a visit to the historic Santa Clara Market, where you can find some local handicrafts and souvenirs.
  • 11:30 AM - Take part in a guided tour of the beautiful Basilica de Santa Maria del Coro, one of the oldest churches in San Sebastian.
  • 1:00 PM - Enjoy lunch at one of the many excellent restaurants in town. Try some local specialties like pintxos (small snacks) or tortilla española (Spanish omelette).
  • 3:30 PM - Visit the Museo de la Ciudad, a museum that showcases the history and culture of San Sebastian.
  • 6:00 PM - Enjoy dinner at one of your favorite restaurants from previous days. Don’t forget to try some local wines like Rioja or Txakoli.

Day 5: Last Day in San Sebastian

Spend your last day in San Sebastian exploring more of the city’s cultural scene.

  • 9:00 AM - Start your day with a visit to the beautiful Parque de Agramonte, where you can find some local handicrafts and souvenirs.
  • 11:30 AM - Take part in a guided tour of the historic Casa de la Cultura, a museum that showcases the history and culture of San Sebastian.
  • 1:00 PM - Enjoy lunch at one of the many excellent restaurants in town. Try some local specialties like pintxos (small snacks) or tortilla española (Spanish omelette).
  • 3:30 PM - Visit the Museo de la Naturaleza, a museum that showcases the natural history of the Basque Country.
  • 6:00 PM - Enjoy dinner at one of your favorite restaurants from previous days. Don’t forget to try some local wines like Rioja or Txakoli.

This concludes our 5-day itinerary for San Sebastian!