Álvaro, Ekaitz, Jon and Leander.

Welcome to San Sebastian!

There are many interesting cities worldwide, but none of them has the beauty of Donosti, welcome to San Sebastián! In the Spanish province of Gipuzkoa, it has a population of nearly 200,000 people. Founded in 1180, it must have been a key city due to its strategic location. It began as a fishing and trading port but was nearly destroyed during the Peninsular War (1813), the residents must have recovered from the incident. In the 19th century, it became a luxury destination for Spanish and European royalty, as an example we have María Cristina of Austria, she might have walked through Kontxa Bay and enjoyed “pintxo” cuisine. Nowadays, loads of tourists come to visit the emblematic places of Donosti, for example, you have to go hiking on Mount Urgull and observe the Parisian-like buildings.

01SALTY

02SWEET

03RESTAURANTS

04WHY SO FAMOUS?

SALTY

- Pintxos: Small bites bursting with flavor, a must-try in the Old Town.
- Squids in their ink: Squid cooked in its own ink, served with a rich black sauce.
- Gilda: Pintxo with olive, chili, and anchovy.
- Grilled steak (Txuleta): Juicy Basque-style steak with an unmatched flavor.

SWEET

- "Pantxineta": A traditional Basque dessert made of puff pastry, filled with custard, and topped with almonds.
- Cigarrillos from Tolosa: Thin, crispy cookies rolled into a cigar shape, often served with tea or coffee.
- Basque Cheesecake (Tarta de queso): A creamy and slightly burnt cheesecake that has become internationally famous, especially from "La Viña" restaurant.

You should visit those RESTAURANTS, they are the best on our opinion:

RESTAURANTS

- Bar La Viña: Renowned for its iconic cheesecake.
- Arzak Restaurant ⭐⭐⭐: Innovation and tradition from a culinary legend.
- Bar Nestor: Famous for its steak and potato omelette, both considered among the best in the city.
- Bar Borda Berri: A place in the Old Town known for its hot pintxos, such as idiazábal cheese risotto or beef cheeks.
- Martín Berasategui Restaurant ⭐⭐⭐: One of the greats in world cuisine, holding a total of 12 Michelin stars.
- Rekondo Restaurant: Known for having one of the best wine cellars in the world.

WHY SO FAMOUS?

San Sebastián is known for its high-quality local products and its passion for food.
It is the city with the most Michelin stars per square meter, hosting world-famous chefs and restaurants, the ones we mentioned before.
It is a paradise for people that love eating good food.

02Places to visit

"La Concha" Beach

One of the most iconic beaches in Europe. Its perfect bay shape, golden sands, and calm waters make it ideal for strolling,
swimming, or simply enjoying the views.

02Places to visit

Igeldo Mountain

Offers the best panoramic views of the city and La Concha Bay. There’s also a small vintage amusement park that adds a unique charm.

02Places to visit

Old Part (Parte Vieja)

The historical heart of Donostia. Wander through its narrow streets and enjoy the famous pintxos in local bars. Don’t miss the pintxos

02Places to visit

The Kursaal

This modern building, designed by Rafael Moneo, hosts concerts, exhibitions, and events such as the San Sebastián Film Festival. It’s also located near Zurriola Beach, popular among surfers.

03Special Days

"Tamborrada"

A tradition exclusively celebrated in Donosti every 20th of January. Citizens must play the drum to the rythm of traditional songs.

Film Festival

An awards ceremony where cinematographic productions can win different awards, such as "Urrezko Kontxa". It takes place at the end of September.

"Kontxako Bandera"

A competition between trawlers from different towns in "Kontxa Bay". It takes place in summer.