---
title: "Eating San Sebastian: Beyond Pintxos Tour"
lang: en
type: tour
city: San Sebastián
country: Spain
price: 100
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_person
availability: bookable
rating: 4.96
reviews: 186
duration_minutes: 180
languages: [en]
free_cancellation: "true"
guidekin_pick: Beyond the Old Town?
rank_in_category: 14 of 22 (Pintxos & Food Tours)
schedule_checked: 2026-09-25
data_updated: 2026-10-12
canonical: https://guidekin.com/spain/san-sebastian/tours/eating-san-sebastian-beyond-pintxos-tour/
---

# Eating San Sebastian: Beyond Pintxos Tour

**Guidekin's take:** A food walk through Gros and the Old Town that visits five family run bars and bakeries for six tastings and four drinks, including a pintxo you make yourself and cider poured the traditional way, in groups of ten. Priced at €100 per person for 3h; children under four join free without food. Rated 4.96 by 186 travellers.

**Beyond the Old Town?:** Shared Gros and Old Town tour: six tastings and four drinks at €100 per person; English only, extra drinks excluded. 4.96 from 186 reviews. Trade-off: No hotel pickup. (last checked September 16, 2026)

In our comparison: #14 of 22 in Pintxos & Food Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below).

## Overview

San Sebastián has a reputation as one of the best food cities in the world, and this three-hour small-group walking tour through Gros and the Old Town shows you exactly why. 

With a max group of 10 guest, you'll work your way through five family-run bars and bakeries, sitting down for six tastings and four drink pours, including a hands-on pintxo-making moment and the region's traditional poured cider. Your local guide threads the tastings together with stories of Basque daily life, past 'Belle Époque' landmarks, and through the market square where locals still do their shopping. 

The route finishes at San Sebastián's oldest bakery, in business since 1886, for the pastry the city has loved for generations!

## Before you book

- Meeting point: Your guide will be waiting for you in…
- Group size varies by option: small group from €100 · private from €159
- 5 start times: between 11:00 and 17:45
- Food included: ‘Food & the City’ Insider Tips
- Wheelchair accessible: operator-marked
- Strollers OK: infants accepted
- Children from €80: ages 4 to 12

**Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point

## Key facts

- Price: from €100 per person for the Small-group Food Tour (10 pax) option; other options up to €159
- Duration: 3h
- Rating: 4.96/5 from 186 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Free cancellation (see policy below)
- Operator: Eating Europe Food Tours Rome
- Group: Group size varies by option: small group from €100 · private from €159
- Guide languages: English
- Start times: 11:00, 11:15, 11:45, 17:15, 17:45
- Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket
- Price checked on Viator: 2026-09-25

## Reviews

4.96 from 186 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor.
99% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 184 of 186.

- 5 stars: 182 (98%)
- 4 stars: 2 (1%)
- 3 stars: 1 (1%)
- 2 stars: 1 (1%)
- 1 star: 0 (0%)

## Tour options

Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page.

| Option | Price | Guide languages | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Small-group Food Tour (10 pax) | €100 / person | English | Sit down for 6 pintxo tastings and 4 drink pours across 5 family-run spots in Gros and the Old Town, guided the whole way. Duration: 3 hours |
| Upgrade to a Private Food Tour | €159 / person (for 2+ people) | English | Skip the shared schedule: a dedicated guide, your own pace, and no other guests. Exclusively for your group! Duration: 3 hours |

## What's included

- Local English-speaking guide
- Guided walk through Gros and the Old Town's back streets and market square
- Hands-on pintxo-making moment at a local wine and beer shop in the Gros neighborhood
- ‘Food & the City’ Insider Tips
- 6 pintxo & tapas tastings and 4 local drink pours across 5 family-run bars and bakeries
- Traditional Basque cider, poured txotx-style, the traditional way

## Not included

- Gratuities / Tips for the guide
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Extra drinks

## Itinerary

1. **Located in Gros, this lively local square will be your first glimpse of every...** (pass by, no stop) - Located in Gros, this lively local square will be your first glimpse of everyday life in San Sebastián. Framed by the Church of San Ignacio, bars, and shops, families gather here, just steps from our nearby first tasting stop.
2. **Step into a welcoming family-run bar devoted to traditional Basque flavors** (25m) - Savor their signature pintxo: grilled mushrooms with rich foie gras and creamy alioli on crusty bread, perfectly paired with a refreshing Marianito vermouth, herbal and slightly sweet, the classic Basque aperitif.
3. **Step into a local couple's wine and beer shop, where you'll build your own Gi...** (25m) - Step into a local couple's wine and beer shop, where you'll build your own Gilda: the anchovy, olive, and pepper skewer that started San Sebastián's whole pintxos tradition. Pair yours with a glass of wine or beer, your choice.
4. **Between the Hotel Maria Cristina and Teatro Victoria Eugenia, discover San Se...** (pass by, no stop) - Between the Hotel Maria Cristina and Teatro Victoria Eugenia, discover San Sebastián’s Belle Époque legacy. Nearby, spot the Kursaal and Zurriola Bridge, linking Gros to downtown with river views and surfers heading out to the waves.
5. **Sit down at one of the Old Town's liveliest streets for two skewers: shark an...** (25m) - Sit down at one of the Old Town's liveliest streets for two skewers: shark and shrimp fresh from the Cantabrian Sea, and thick, aged txuleta beef grilled over charcoal. You'll wash it down with cider poured txotx-style.
6. **La Bretxa Square, named after a breach made by Napoleon’s troops during the 1...** (pass by, no stop) - La Bretxa Square, named after a breach made by Napoleon’s troops during the 1800s siege, is now a bustling hub where locals shop for fresh fish, meats, and produce, a lively glimpse into everyday Basque life in the city center.
7. **Set on the iconic 31 de Agosto Street, one of the oldest streets in San Sebas...** (30m) - Set on the iconic 31 de Agosto Street, one of the oldest streets in San Sebastián, this stop brings you to a beloved local bar that feels like a doorway into the city’s past. Bernardo, its 70-year-old owner, greets visitors with a warm smile and a lifetime of devotion to...
8. **For a sweet finale, we'll visit the city's oldest pastry shop, open since 1886** (15m) - Here, you'll taste the original recipe of the iconic pantxineta: a flaky puff pastry filled with rich pastry cream and toasted almonds. You'll take it to go and savor it on the boulevard as the perfect end to your tour.

## Schedule

- Runs: daily
- Departures: 11:00, 11:15, 11:45, 17:15, 17:45
- Schedule last checked: 2026-09-25
- These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout.

## Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

## Meeting point

Your guide will be waiting for you in front of San Ignacio de Loyola church, and wearing our purple Eating Europe bag!

Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:EjtEZSBCaXRlcmkgUGxhemEsIERvbm9zdGlhIC8gU2FuIFNlYmFzdGnDoW4sIEdpcHV6a29hLCBTcGFpbiIuKiwKFAoSCR_M7b9EpVENESOnbvObZfbKEhQKEgkV_mg7_q9RDRFJRoaUWcU-5A

## 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
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This activity requires a minimum of 2 guests. Should this not be met, we will contact you directly to help you get rescheduled or reimbursed.
- Children under 4 years old do not need a ticket and can join the tour for free. However, food is not included. Paid tickets with food included are available for ages 4 and up.
- Please note that the tastings mentioned are a selection of the delicious foods we often feature. Both offerings and tour stops may vary by day or season, but you're sure to enjoy a delightful array of local flavors!
- Have dietary requirements? Simply email us or add a note at booking, and we’ll do our best to accommodate vegetarians, gluten-free guests or other dietary needs where we can. For guest safety, this experience isn’t suitable for those with severe or life-threatening food allergies to ingredients found on the tour, and the company cannot take responsibility for any food allergies or intolerances.

## Compared with other Pintxos & Food Tours

| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **This tour · #14 of 22** | €100 | 3h | 4.96 (186) | varies by option |
| [Discover San Sebastián’s Best Pintxos on a Unique Culinary Tour](/spain/san-sebastian/tours/discover-san-sebasti-n-s-best-pintxos-on-a-unique-culinary-tour/?format=md) | €175 | 3h | 4.99 (624) | shared |
| [Explore San Sebastián’s History & Taste Its Flavors at Lunch](/spain/san-sebastian/tours/explore-san-sebasti-n-s-history-taste-its-flavors-at-lunch/?format=md) | €215 | 4h 30m | 5.0 (114) | shared |
| [Taste the best pintxos of San Sebastian and make an impact](/spain/san-sebastian/tours/taste-the-best-pintxos-of-san-sebastian-and-make-an-impact/?format=md) | €175 | 3h | 5.0 (108) | shared |

Ranked #14 of 22 in Pintxos & Food Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €89 to €303, median €157; typical length 3h. 5 of 22 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market.

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