San Sebastian History & Highlights Walking Tour | Small Group
Discover the History, Highlights & Hidden Stories of San Sebastián. Perfect for first-time visitors, this small-group walking tour helps you understand San Sebastián, not just see it. We'll explore the historic heart of the city, uncovering the people and events that shaped the city you see today. Along the way I'll bring its past to life with historic photographs and old postcards. I focus on engaging, memorable history rather than long lists of dates and names. As a Brit who's called the Basque Country home for over 20 years, I love helping English-speaking visitors discover the streets, stories and hidden corners that make this city so special. Whether it's your first day or your only day here, you'll leave with a deeper understanding of San Sebastián and ideas for what to explore next. There's plenty of time for questions, plus recommendations for pintxo bars, restaurants and places to visit afterwards. Join me for an engaging introduction to this wonderful Basque city!
What you'll see & do
- ✓We'll start the tour by discovering the origins of the city while overlooking the fabulous bay of La Concha.
- ✓Discover the origins of the iconic city hall (outside visit)
- ✓We'll move on to the old town via the port, learning about how it was in medieval times. We'll also discover the disaster of 1813, learn about the Basque language and local sports and customs.
- ✓Leaving the old town, we'll make our way to see the Kursaal convention centre (outside visit) and discover the secrets of the east of the city.
- ✓Discover the secrets of the International Film Festival with an outside visit to the Victoria Eugenia Theatre and the luxurious Maria Cristina Hotel
- ✓Experience the stunning first public park in Donostia, and discover its hidden stories.
- ✓Experience this amazing park overlooking the bay
What's included
- ✓British guide with 20+ years of local experience
- ✓Engaging history brought to life through photos, stories and local insights
- ✓Recommendations for pintxo bars, restaurants and places to visit
Good to know
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.
San Sebastian History & Highlights Walking Tour | Small Group
Discover the History, Highlights & Hidden Stories of San Sebastián. Perfect for first-time visitors, this small-group walking tour helps you understand San Sebastián, not just see it. We'll explore the historic heart of the city, uncovering the people and events that shaped the city you see today. Along the way I'll bring its past to life with historic photographs and old postcards. I focus on engaging, memorable history rather than long lists of dates and names. As a Brit who's called the Basque Country home for over 20 years, I love helping English-speaking visitors discover the streets, stories and hidden corners that make this city so special. Whether it's your first day or your only day here, you'll leave with a deeper understanding of San Sebastián and ideas for what to explore next. There's plenty of time for questions, plus recommendations for pintxo bars, restaurants and places to visit afterwards. Join me for an engaging introduction to this wonderful Basque city!
What you'll see & do
- ✓We'll start the tour by discovering the origins of the city while overlooking the fabulous bay of La Concha.
- ✓Discover the origins of the iconic city hall (outside visit)
- ✓We'll move on to the old town via the port, learning about how it was in medieval times. We'll also discover the disaster of 1813, learn about the Basque language and local sports and customs.
- ✓Leaving the old town, we'll make our way to see the Kursaal convention centre (outside visit) and discover the secrets of the east of the city.
- ✓Discover the secrets of the International Film Festival with an outside visit to the Victoria Eugenia Theatre and the luxurious Maria Cristina Hotel
- ✓Experience the stunning first public park in Donostia, and discover its hidden stories.
- ✓Experience this amazing park overlooking the bay
What's included
- ✓British guide with 20+ years of local experience
- ✓Engaging history brought to life through photos, stories and local insights
- ✓Recommendations for pintxo bars, restaurants and places to visit
Good to know
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.