Overview
You will tour the city from a food expert who knows exactly what to eat and where, the culinary techniques applied to each dish, the right drink to pair it and how it was produced. I love to talk about food. You will leave with a long list of recommendations for the next few days.
We will do a bar Pintxo hopping to try the most interesting and iconic culinary gems that the city has to offer, and what are the right drinks to pair them in each case.
Meanwhile I will tell you how the locals eat and what has been the cultural development that has placed San Sebastian at the top of the world culinary scene.
Last but not least, there are also some relevant historic events that shaped the city and its people that I will also share with you.
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Personalized list of recommendations on where to eat and summary of the tour answering questions.
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
We'll meet the corner entrance of Fnac.
End point
You'll be in San Sebastian's Old town.
What to expect
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Mercado de San Martin
5 min
A good local market in which to buy Basque products.
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La Concha Beach
10 min
You'll learn some historic anecdotes around La Concha Beach.
La Concha is referenced in Ernest Hemingway's classic "The Sun Also Rises"; the main character Jake Barnes briefly swims and dives in the Beach of La Concha at the end.
It is a sandy beach and shallow substrate, in which the tide fluctuation greatly affects the area available for use. It can be considered an urban beach in widespread use. -
Alderdi Eder parkea
5 min
Park created in 1880 on an old military maneuvering ground next to the bay of La Concha. Its first objective was that of a place of recreation and attractions, for which reason a circus, a velodrome and a theater of puppets were located in its enclosure. However, in 1887 a casino was built —the work of Luis Aladrén Mendivil and Adolfo Morales de los Ríos—, which later became the seat of the San Sebastián City Council, for which the entire area was reformed.
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Ayuntamiento de San Sebastian
5 min
The City Council building was built up in 1887 at the Gardens of Alderdi-Eder of San Sebastián, next to the Nautical Royal Club, to house the main casino. The opening ceremony was attended by the Queen Maria Christina of Austria. However, it closed as a casino after the ban on gambling in 1924.
On April 14, 1928, an agreement was reached to open in this building the Center of Attraction and Tourism, later this moving to a building next to the Hotel María Cristina.
On January 20, 1945, the council moved to this building. The architects Alday and Arizmendi amended the initial project in 1943 and turned the former casino into council. Until then, the City Hall was located in the Constitution Square (Parte Vieja), now headquarters of the Municipal Library. -
Miramar Palace
5 min
We will see it from far, I will tell you a few stories.
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Basilica de Santa Maria del Coro
5 min
A baroque Roman Catholic parish church and minor basilica completed in 1774.
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Santa Clara Island
5 min
We will see it from far and I will tell you an anecdote.
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Monte Urgull
5 min
We will see it from far. I will tell you how the napoleonic troops established the most important day of the city.
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Constitution Square
5 min
An iconic sight of the city with some hidden secrets in it.
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Iglesia de San Vicente
5 min
The Church of San Vicente is probably the oldest monument in the city of Donostia-San Sebastián. Construction of this temple began in 1507, under the direction of the master stonemasons Miguel de Santa Celay and Juan de Urrutia.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Europe/Madrid).
Additional Information
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 8 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Insider Best Culinary Gems Guided Food Tour in San Sebastian
Can I cancel Insider Best Culinary Gems Guided Food Tour in San Sebastian for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 2 hours 30 min–3 hours.
Where does it start?
We'll meet the corner entrance of Fnac.
What's included?
- Personalized list of recommendations on where to eat and summary of the tour answering questions.
Which places does it visit?
It visits Mercado de San Martin, La Concha Beach, Alderdi Eder parkea, Ayuntamiento de San Sebastian, Miramar Palace, Basilica de Santa Maria del Coro, Santa Clara Island, Monte Urgull.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in German, English, Spanish.
What fitness level is needed?
It is suitable for all physical fitness levels.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
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