Restaurants with Terraces in San Sebastian

The outdoor terrace with plants and flowers at Kafe Botanika in San Sebastian

Whilst wandering around San Sebastian, you may notice that there are quite a lot of restaurants with terraces.  Although the Basque weather can be a little temperamental, that doesn’t stop the locals enjoying a good meal out on a terrace. Even on cold days in the winter, you’ll find people dining outside! Despite all the … Read more

Best Restaurants in Gros

Food form Le Comidare in San Sebastian

Gros is famous for being the centre of the surfing scene in San Sebastian. But it has also become a hub for some of the best restaurants in the city.  Whilst you can try some of the best of Basque gastronomy in the Old Town and centre of San Sebastian, Gros brings a completely different … Read more

Menu del dia in San Sebastian

Menu del dia board in San Sebastian

Whilst Donostia is full of Michelin star restaurants, you don’t need to spend a fortune to enjoy an excellent meal out. That couldn’t be more evident in the quality of places offering a menú del día (daily fixed menu). You may already know that San Sebastian is one of the most expensive cities in Spain. … Read more

Best Restaurants in Antiguo

Ocho San Sebastian

Not only does the Antiguo district of San Sebastian have its own beach, mountain and theme park. But it’s also home to some of the best restaurants in the city! The area offers it all. There’s plenty of traditional choices, restaurants for vegetarians and vegans alongside some of the best burgers around! If you’re looking … Read more

San Sebastian Old Town (Parte Vieja)

view of the narrow streets in the parte vieja in san sebastian from the constitution square

The Parte Vieja or Old Town of San Sebastian is one of the most liveliest corners of the city.  Sandwiched between the River Urumea, La Concha Beach and Monte Urgull, the neighbourhood is probably Donostia’s most visited attraction.  And there’s a good reason why.  Famous for its pinxo cuisine and vibrant nightlife, the Parte Vieja’s … Read more

Gros District

View over Gros and the Zurriola beach from Monte Ulia

One of the things San Sebastian is famous for is surfing. And thanks to the Zurriola beach, Gros is where all the young, cool surfers hang out.  Over time, this has led to Gros becoming San Sebastian’s trendy neighbourhood.  The barrio (area) is located between the River Urumea and Monte Ulía. It’s easy to get … Read more

Where to stay in San Sebastian

view of the river urumea from tabakalera in egia

Whilst San Sebastian is a fairly compact city (you can get around on foot to most places), it’s still worth doing a bit of research on the best area to stay in depending on what you’re after.  There are a number of neighbourhoods in the city, and they all offer something a little different.  To … Read more

La Concha Beach

View through the holes of the white railings railing on la concha beach

Any visit to San Sebastian isn’t complete without a trip to the Playa de la Concha! Voted as one of the best beaches in Europe, it’s the picture-perfect setting. But what makes La Concha unique is its location. It’s set in the centre of San Sebastian next to the town hall and shopping district of … Read more

Anoeta Stadium

The Anoeta Stadium (Reale Arena) pitch

The Anoeta Stadium or Reale Arena is the home to La Liga side Real Sociedad and occasionally the Real Soceidad Women’s team. The stadium sits in the Amara district of San Sebastian, which is to the south of the city but easily accessible from the city centre by metro, biking or even walking.  Things to … Read more

San Mamés Stadium

The San Mames Satdium during a game

The San Mamés Stadium in Bilbao is one of the most iconic buildings in the city. With a maximum capacity of 53,000 spectators, it’s the 7th largest stadium in Spain and one of the top sporting venues in the whole of Europe.  Opening in 2013, its home to Athletic Bilbao and also where the Basque … Read more