Condé Nast TravelerSep 11, 2025
13 Best Things to Do in San Sebastián
Our top tips for a long weekend in the Basque Country
Green space winding up to the summit
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- Borda BerriRestaurantOrder the "kebab," which is a melty pork rib
- Bar SportBarOrder the txangurro, or crab
- TxepetxaBarAll pintxos come with an anchovy
- La ViñaRestaurantBirthplace of the burnt Basque cheesecake
- La ConchaSightCrescent-shaped beach
- City HallSightDonostiako Udalaren webgune ofiziala: tramiteak, udal zerbitzuak, herritarrentzako informazioa eta albisteak.
- Monte UrgullTrailGreen space winding up to the summit
- San Telmo MuseumMuseumJolastu, esploratu, aurkitu, ikertu, ikasi… Museoarekin ongi pasa!
- Pukas Surf EskolaPlaceLocal surf school offering lessons
- ZurriolaSightBest spot for surfing in the city
- TabakaleraArts centreFormer tobacco factory turned cultural center
- Parque de Alderdi EderNeighborhoodPlaza fronting the City Hall
- Playa de la ZurriolaSightBeach known for its surf scene
- Mercado San MartinTrailTwo floors of greengrocers and fishmongers
- La PerlaPlaceSpa with circuit, saunas, and pools
- Monte Igueldo Amusement ParkSightAmusement park with vintage attractions
- DabadabaBarIntimate concert venue in an old warehouse
- Santa Clara islandSight
- Nautical ClubSight
- Sagrado Corazón statueSight
- Castillo de la MotaAttraction
- Parque de Cristina EneaPark
- Duchess of MandasPlace
- FermínPlace