--- title: San Sebastian Pintxos Tour for Gourmets in the Old Town lang: en type: tour city: San Sebastián country: Spain price: 140 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.95 reviews: 328 duration_minutes: 180 languages: [en, es] free_cancellation: true guidekin_pick: Seats reserved, seven pintxos rank_in_category: 15 of 22 (Pintxos & Food Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-09-16 data_updated: 2026-09-16 canonical: https://guidekin.com/spain/san-sebastian/tours/san-sebastian-pintxos-tour-for-gourmets-in-the-old-town/ --- # San Sebastian Pintxos Tour for Gourmets in the Old Town **Guidekin's take:** A premium Old Town tasting with seats reserved to skip the queues: seven pintxos, five drinks and a dessert in the evening version, six pintxos and four drinks at lunch, plus the classic gilda, in groups of ten. The bars are wheelchair accessible; €140 per person for 3h. Rated 4.95 by 328 travellers. ## Overview Designed for true gourmets, this premium pintxos tour offers a carefully curated tasting at some of San Sebastian’s best pintxo bars. Enjoy VIP access with seats reserved at popular venues, avoiding queues and crowds. Led by knowledgeable local guides in English, the tour combines outstanding food with insights into Basque gastronomy, history and culture. Groups are kept small (maximum 10 guests) to ensure a relaxed, personal experience. The tasting includes 7 premium pintxos, 5 drinks (Spanish red and white wines such as Rioja, local Txakoli white wine, natural cider and other local drinks), water as a courtesy, and a sweet dessert to finish. Flexible for food preferences and allergies. Proud pioneers of pintxos tours in San Sebastian since 2005. ## Key facts - Price: from €140 per person - Duration: 3h - Rating: 4.95/5 from 328 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: San Sebastián Pintxos Tours - Minimum booking: 2 travellers at this price ## What's included - A curated tasting of 7 premium pintxos, 5 drinks and a classic sweet dessert to round off the experience. - An essential Basque classic included in the tour: the gilda, where olive, anchovy and pickled pepper meet top-quality extra virgin olive oil. - Pintxos tour option for lunch includes 6 top quality pintxos, 4 drinks and 1 dessert. - Carefully selected Spanish red and white wines, including Rioja, along with local cider, beer and the renowned Txakoli white wine. - Water is offered as a courtesy ## Itinerary 1. **Parte Vieja** (15m) - Stroll through the lively streets of the Old Town while enjoying a curated pintxos crawl at some of the best local bars. Discover the heart of Basque gastronomy, atmosphere and daily life with a local guide. 2. **Walk through San Sebastian’s historic main square and learn about its past wh...** (pass by, no stop) - Walk through San Sebastian’s historic main square and learn about its past while soaking up the local atmosphere, surrounded by traditional buildings and vibrant pintxo bars. 3. **Calle 31 de Agosto** (pass by, no stop) - Explore the most emblematic street of the Old Town, lined with some of the city’s most iconic pintxo bars, while your guide shares stories about its history and culinary traditions. 4. **Basilica de Santa Maria del Coro** (pass by, no stop) - Pass by the impressive Basilica of Santa María and learn about its role in the history of the Old Town as your guide connects local culture, architecture and gastronomy. ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 19:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-09-16 - 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 Outside of the Tourism Office. On the side of the Town Hall, facing Alameda Boulevard. ## Good to know - Wheelchair accessible - 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 ## How it compares in Pintxos & Food Tours Ranked **#15 of 22** by Guidekin's weighted score (rating weighted by review volume). Alternatives worth comparing: 1. [discover-san-sebasti-n-s-best-pintxos-on-a-unique-culinary-tour](https://guidekin.com/spain/san-sebastian/tours/discover-san-sebasti-n-s-best-pintxos-on-a-unique-culinary-tour/?format=md) — 4.99 (623) 2. [explore-san-sebasti-n-s-history-taste-its-flavors-at-lunch](https://guidekin.com/spain/san-sebastian/tours/explore-san-sebasti-n-s-history-taste-its-flavors-at-lunch/?format=md) — 5.0 (114) 3. 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