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San Sebastian History & Highlights Walking Tour | Small Group

5.0 Excellent 36 reviews
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2h
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English
Free cancellation Private tour Instant confirmation Live guide

Ratings & Reviews

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Ratings collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor

Guidekin's take

British guide, old photos in our Walking Tours comparison.

Trade-off: Small review base.

Last checked: September 16, 2026. Commissions never affect our verdicts.

Overview

Guidekin summary

A small group walk led by a British guide with two decades in the city, using old photographs and postcards to bring the history to life, with bar and restaurant recommendations at €39 per person for 2h. Wheelchair accessible. Rated 5 by 36 travellers.

From the guide

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!

Schedule & Availability

Runs daily
Departures: 09:30, 10:00, 12:30, 13:00, 15:30, 16:00
Scheduled through September 2027

This tour runs daily, departing at 09:30, 10:00, 12:30, 13:00, 15:30, 16:00. Scheduled through September 2027. These are the operator’s scheduled departures, not a live seat count: availability is confirmed at checkout. Schedule last checked September 16, 2026.

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

Itinerary

La Concha Beach Stop 1
We'll start the tour by discovering the origins of the city while overlooking the fabulous bay of La Concha.
10 min
Ayuntamiento de San Sebastian Stop 2
Discover the origins of the iconic city hall (outside visit)
10 min
Parte Vieja Stop 3
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.
30 min
Kursaal Stop 4
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.
10 min
Victoria Eugenia Antzokia Stop 5
Discover the secrets of the International Film Festival with an outside visit to the Victoria Eugenia Theatre and the luxurious Maria Cristina Hotel
10 min
Gipuzkoa plaza Stop 6
Experience the stunning first public park in Donostia, and discover its hidden stories.
10 min
Alderdi Eder parkea Stop 7
Experience this amazing park overlooking the bay
10 min

Departure & Return

Start point

I'll meet you in front of City Hall - I'm the tall chap carrying a green folder. City hall is the building with two towers and a clock that says "CASA CONSISTORIAL" below it.

End point

I'll meet you in front of City Hall - I'm the tall chap carrying a green folder. City hall is the building with two towers and a clock that says "CASA CONSISTORIAL" below it.

Additional Information

  • 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

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

1+ daysFull refund
0-1 daysNo refund
From € 39 / person