Donostia-San
Sebastian is one of the greatest destinations in Spain, it is the principal
city of Gipuzkoa in the Basque Country. More specifically in the north of the
Basque Country and on the southern coast of the Bay of Biscay.
It is a charming
city with many things to do, but its stunning landscapes and world-class
cuisine make San Sebastian a city you must visit.
The Basque
Country has unique geography, mountains and jagged coastline made this part
of Spain unique within the country, and you can see that in its culture,
language and architecture.
San Sebastian Beaches
One of the
main attractions that San Sebastian is its coast, there are three main beaches that
are amazing and breathtaking.
The most
important ones are Playa de la Concha, its most popular beach. It is surrounded
by hills and a beautiful landscape. It is an ideal place to do many water
activities, such as jet skiing, sailing, kayaking, swimming, and much more.
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Another
beautiful beach is Ondarreta, in the middle of La Concha Bay. It is a much
small beach, but it is a beautiful as Playa de la Concha. Sheltered by Mount
Igeldo it is the ideal beach for families and children.
Zurriola
Beach is the busiest beach in San Sebastian, located in the heart of the Gros
District, is a beloved destination for surfers and young people that want to
enjoy its waves and beautiful sand.
The beach
in San Sebastian is as enjoyable during the day as during the night.
Architecture and culture within the city
As said
before San Sebastian has many things that make it unique in Spain, its culture
and architecture are some of the attractions the city has.
San Telmo Museum
Created in
1902, this 11,000 square meters museum set in an old Dominican convent of the
16th century, is located below Mount Urgul. It is dedicated totally
to the history of the Basque Society. It has over 35.000 pieces dedicated to
Ethnography, Fine Arts, Photography, Archeology, and History of the Basque.
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Baroque Church of Santa Maria
Situated at
the end of Calle Mayor in the Old Town, it was refurbished and modified in the
17th Century. In addition to its architectural and artistic value,
and its role as a place of worship, the organ and choir concerts held in the
building regularly are worthy of note.
Gothic Church of San Vicente
In its
interior, the Church of San Vicente houses one of the best Romanesque
altarpieces, the work of Ambrosio de Bengoechea and Juan de Iriarte. Built during
the 16th century in a Gothic style, it is situated in the Old Town,
and it is the oldest church in San Sebastian.
Buen Pastor Cathedral
This is the
San Sebastian Cathedral, which opened in 1897. Its style is Neogothic and has a
capacity of 4000 people.
Gros District
This neighborhood meets the Cantabrian Sea at Playa Zurriola, with Monte Ulia and Kursaal Palace located in this neighborhood. Kursaal Palace consists of two large buildings that evoke two beached rocks facing the sea and was designed by Rafael Moneo, it is the most youthful neighborhood in San Sebastian.
In this
area, you will find many pintxo bars and terraces, along with many charming shops.
This along with beach and sports is what you will find in Gros District.
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Mount Urgull
Located at
the end of La Concha Bay, Mount Urgull has splendid views of the city, especially
the Old Quarter. From here you can get
the perfect panoramic views of San Sebastian. In this park, one of the three
major lungs of the city, you will find paths full of vegetation and calm.
Miramar Gardens
Food
If you are
traveling to San Sebastian, you should know that food is the king here. San
Sebastian is known for its cuisine and has many restaurants with Michelin
stars.
The most
famous restaurant with Michelin stars in San Sebastian is Arzak, of Chef Juan
Mari Arzak, where you will find the best of the Basque Cuisine.
But if you
are looking for something that is more popular, then the pintxos is something
you will want to eat. This is part of enjoying San Sebastian, sitting in a bar
with a glass of cider, and enjoying this delicious
meal.
To find the
best pintxos bars the best place is the Old Town, especially the Historic Quarter,
where you will find pintxos bars, cafes, and restaurants in every corner. In
this area, you will find Plaza de la Constitucion square, one of the most
visited areas of San Sebastian.
Climate
The climate
in San Sebastian stays lush all year round, with mild, rainy winters and quite
cool summers. The average temperature of the coldest month (January) is 8.5
°C (47 °F), and the one of the warmest month (August) is of 20 °C (68 °F).
