6 Great Wine Bars in San Sebastian

You'll feel right at home at El Bombín, one of our favorite wine bars in San Sebastian!

Chic and cosmopolitan San Sebastian is a great place to enjoy some seriously incredible wine. There are lots of great wine bars in San Sebastian, but if you’re looking for the absolute best, we’ve got you covered. Here are our favorite places in the city to enjoy a nice glass of wine (or two!) in […]

Make the Most of Your Week: 7 Days in San Sebastian

Not sure what to pack for San Sebastian in fall? Prepare for rain and chillier temperatures.

Beautiful, sophisticated San Sebastian is the perfect place to escape for a week. It features a European, cosmopolitan vibe coupled nicely with the slow, laid-back pace of life so many visitors to Spain love. The city has plenty to see and do without being overwhelming. It’s the perfect place to spend a week visiting at […]

Our Top 10 Favorite Bars in San Sebastian

Bar Sport is one of our favorite traditional pintxos bars in San Sebastian.

Pintxos aren’t just food in San Sebastian—they’re a way of life. As such an important local tradition, it makes sense that you’ll only want to eat the very best pintxos on your crawl. But with so many bars to choose from, finding the very best can be overwhelming. That’s why we put together this list […]

Best Pintxos in San Sebastian: 13 Must-Try Bites

Pintxo bar in San Sebastian with counter stocked with several varieties of toast

When going out for pintxos in San Sebastian, the sheer variety can be overwhelming. Between the mouthwatering choices visible on the bar to the dozens of made-to-order options on the blackboard, how can you possibly decide? Going out for pintxos in San Sebastian is a true art form that locals have perfected. The number one […]

Where to Eat in San Sebastian on Sundays: Our Top 6 Picks

Pintxos and txakoli: what better thing to eat in San Sebastian on Sundays?

As the weekend draws to a close, many businesses—including bars and restaurants—close up shop for the day. It’s part of the family culture prevalent all over Spain. From Almería to Zaragoza, locals typically spend Sundays with their families, resting and relaxing to gear up for the week ahead. At first glance, it might seem like […]

3 Days in San Sebastian: Our Must-Do Itinerary

One of the most unique things you can do on your family vacation in Spain is to visit Santa Clara Island in San Sebastian!

From rugged natural wonders to chic, stylish luxury, San Sebastian really does have it all. Throw in a unique local culture and some of the best food in the world, and it’s the perfect place to spend a couple of days! 3 days in San Sebastian is the perfect amount of time to see the […]

How to Eat Like a Local in San Sebastian: 6 Insider Tips

End your day trip to Pamplona from San Sebastian with plenty of pintxos and local wine.

As home to one of the world’s best gastronomic scenes, San Sebastian’s culture revolves largely around food. This beautiful beachside city is foodie heaven, as is the entire Basque Country. From classic pintxos bars to Michelin-starred locales, the city itself is a true feast. To get the full experience, you definitely have to try to […]

How to Spend 24 Hours in San Sebastian

As your 7 days in San Sebastian draw to a close, spend some time on beautiful Santa Clara Island right in the middle of the bay!

From its stunning architecture to its sinfully delicious cuisine, San Sebastian is truly a feast for the senses. There’s so much to see, do and eat here that packing it all in can be impossible! But if you only have 24 hours in San Sebastian, don’t worry. It’s still possible to get a feel for […]