9 Best Things to Do in San Sebastian: A Walkable Guide to Donostia
Stroll the narrow streets and the romantic boulevards of San Sebastián, Spain for world famous pintxos and picturesque beaches. It would take a lifetime to explore everything that San Sebastian (Donostia) has to offer, but we’ve picked 9 of our favorite things to do, so that you can have an amazing visit to this Basque paradise by the sea.
00:00 Intro
00:41 La Concha
01:54 Tabakalera
02:37 Christina Enea Park
03:17 Old Town
05:40 Mount Urgull
07:29 Pintxo Pote in Gros
08:22 Zurriola Beach
09:58 Mount Ulia
11:44 Urumea River
12:32 Honorable Mentions
14:37 Outro
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Como ciudadano de San Sebastián-Donostia, os tengo que agradecer por la manera que habláis de mi orgullosa ciudad. Normalmente el norte de España suele ser opacado por la parte sur, porque la parte sur es más visitada por turistas y mucha gente no sabe la existencia de mi querida ciudad. Siempre seréis bienvenidos a España y al País Vasco. Eskerrik asko eta agur!!
I have been so many times to San Sebastián is such a beautiful location, this is definitely the jewel of the Basque region in Spain. Much to my surprise there are places you show that I have never seen. Thank you so much for sharing deeply appreciated.❤
@DaysWeSpend
6 ай бұрын
Thank you for watching. Hopefully, you'll get to visit it again soon.
@gontzallekzeit2050
5 ай бұрын
In Spagna?, sei sicuro?, io direi piuttosto nei Paesi Baschi.
Actually really helpful info thanks 🙌🏼🤟🏼
@DaysWeSpend
23 күн бұрын
Thank you!
Thank you! Loved your video) We are about to go there in a car from Barcelona. So you experience is really helpful.
@DaysWeSpend
Жыл бұрын
We're so glad you found it helpful. Enjoy your trip.
Vielleicht eine der fünf schönsten Städte Europas. Das ganze Baskenland ist wunderschön.
Gracias por vuestra información y la mirada abierta. Me gusta mucho el recorrido a lugares que otros visitantes no conocen. Nosotros pertenecemos bal pintxopote de Gros , no hemos perdido ninguno desde el inicio... Agur.
@DaysWeSpend
Жыл бұрын
We're so glad you enjoyed the video. We can't wait to return for more Pintxo pote!
Hi, Lovely clip, very useful information. We booked to San Sebastian in early June 2023. Hopefully we get good weather and not too much rain
@DaysWeSpend
Жыл бұрын
Thanks so much. Have a great trip!
Wonderful video! Thank you. You captured not just the places to visit, but the spirit with which to visit. Bravo!
@DaysWeSpend
9 ай бұрын
Thank you so much!
This is the most underrated city in Spain. Thanks to the achievements of Real Sociedad in football, many people discover this beautiful city, aside from Madrid and Barcelona. I put this city to my travel list.
@DaysWeSpend
4 ай бұрын
Definitely go check it out! Thanks for watching.
Beautiful place! ❤️👍🥰🥰We are planning a summer trip this year! Can’t wait to visit and thank you both for all the tips. 🙏🙏wonderful video! 💕💕
@DaysWeSpend
Жыл бұрын
It’s the BEST. Have a great trip!
More beatiful city un the world
@DaysWeSpend
Жыл бұрын
It is!!
This seems to be a very interesting place, I hope I can visit sometime in the future. Seeing and sharing places like this is why I love traveling and make videos so much! And please keep up the great job! Subscribed!!
@DaysWeSpend
Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much!!
@scienceownsimposters2142
Жыл бұрын
You will pass out when you discover what the Basque Country really is.Having an open mind is a blessing.
"GET ON THE PLATFORM!"
Great video, you two! I love you finally made the move there and are living it up! The video is informative, entertaining, and funny. Keep it up!
@DaysWeSpend
Жыл бұрын
Hey man! Thanks. We’re digging Spain. Gotta connect here next time you’re passing through.
Magnífico, somos así.
@DaysWeSpend
Жыл бұрын
great great great video. thanks to both of you
@DaysWeSpend
8 ай бұрын
Thanks so much. We really love San Sebastián and hope you will too!
My cousin Ugerdoitz Sagardogui, San Sebastian native, thanks U for this awesome video. ✌️👉❤️❤️
@DaysWeSpend
11 ай бұрын
Oh wow!!! Thanks so much.
Love this channel! Excited for what's next.
@DaysWeSpend
Жыл бұрын
Thank you Brett!
Wow looks great there! Definitely a spot I would like to go someday. Great video too. Hope yall enjoyed it 😊
@DaysWeSpend
Жыл бұрын
Thank you! We had a wonderful time.
@suecia1128
Жыл бұрын
Our favorite holiday city in the world. We have visited repeatedly!
@joseantonio3122
Жыл бұрын
@@DaysWeSpend Probablemente una de las ciudades más hermosas del mundo, y con una gastronomía brutal, con muchos restaurantes estrellas michelin ,y muchos chef entre los mejores del mundo. Una ciudad de ensueño.
@DaysWeSpend
Жыл бұрын
@@joseantonio3122 Nosotros estamos de acuerdo.
San sebastian is great i met this british fellow named Barry he was a great man
@BarrySanSeb
9 күн бұрын
Hello! I remember you
It was at that gazebo in 2019 where I learned that people were still dancing the Lindy Hop. When I returned home, I was shocked to learn from KZread that this dance is still popular all around the world. I was set to volunteer at the International Lindy Hop Championship in NY last month but reconsidered due to Covid concerns. As it turned out, many people did contract covid there including several of my favorite competitors. I think I made the right decision.
@DaysWeSpend
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing your story! The gazebo is the perfect place to meet dancers. I wasn't at ILHC either (I'm not ready for that yet). -Lainey
You will pass out when you discover what the Basque Country really is.Having an open mind is a blessing.
@countercuIture
8 ай бұрын
What is it really?
Habéis hecho un vídeo fantástico de San Sebastián , se ve que lo habéis disfrutado de verdad , un saludo.
@DaysWeSpend
8 ай бұрын
Muchas gracias!
Me alegro mucho de vuestra experiencia en nuestra ciudad , que es la vuestra. Hasta pronto.
@DaysWeSpend
Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much.
Very helpful video, thanks guys!
@DaysWeSpend
11 ай бұрын
Thanks so much!
Ohh you are back that,s good i like your story
@DaysWeSpend
Жыл бұрын
Thank you!
do like the way you couple present the city touring, wish to see more about the city comparison series lol
@DaysWeSpend
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching. Which cities would you like to see?
@dino246gts
Жыл бұрын
Bilbao it is~
Looks great and an excellent vid thanks !!! I’m back in northern Spain next month so will certainly try to visit.
@DaysWeSpend
Жыл бұрын
Thank you! We hope you get to visit it. Enjoy northern Spain. :) are you walking another Camino?
@happywanderer6688
Жыл бұрын
Yeah I’m back on again - can’t wait to resume endless walking, drinking lovely vino and making new buddies … must try that cider, looked great !!! 👍🏻 D
@DaysWeSpend
Жыл бұрын
@@happywanderer6688 oooh, that's the perfect day! Buen Camino!
Shi... am i the only one that came from google while searching up San Sebastian from guts and blackpowder?
@56th.
2 ай бұрын
Same here
@BarrySanSeb
9 күн бұрын
Hello! I think I’ve got the attention of that ship over there!
parkour at 4:10 bahaha
Lovely video! Is Sunday a great day to visit?
@DaysWeSpend
2 ай бұрын
Many places are closed on Sunday (at least in the off season, that was our experience). But that does mean things are a little less crowded.
Great video, thanks for sharing! Did you stay at an Airbnb or hotel? I’ll be there for 4-5 nights in February and want to stay somewhere so I can walk to everything. Especially food spots 😋 Any recommendations on which area to stay, hotels, etc? Thank you!
@DaysWeSpend
3 ай бұрын
We actually rented an apartment for two months to save on costs while we immersed ourselves in San Sebastián. FeelFree does luxury short term rentals (I’m not sure what their minimum is but it’s worth a look). Gros is the best. Best tapas. Great beach. Really fun. Don’t miss pintxo pote night on Thursdays!
Oh no after 2 minutes can't take the fake smile. Bey
Hey you two. I love your content. I’ve been following for a while. My friend and I have settled on a modified Camino Norte with a longer stop in San Sebastián. I understand we can’t stay at an albergue (at least a municipal one) for more than one night and will need to book other accommodations. You mentioned in this video that you stayed in an apartment in Gros. Would you recommend that place, and if so, what is the contact information for it? Thanks.
@DaysWeSpend
Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much! Sounds like you have a fun trip planned! Our apartment was through a rental company called FeelFree. The place we stayed has a one month minimum. Some places on that site don’t have minimums, but it’s very pricey for a short term stay. On two previous trips we stayed in an airbnb room with an incredible local host in Gros. She introduced us to Pintxo pote! Send us a DM, email, or an IG message and we’ll share the listing with you.
Ihr 2 seit lustig 👍👍👍👍👍
@DaysWeSpend
Жыл бұрын
Thank you :)
@blubhumm
Жыл бұрын
@@DaysWeSpend 😘😘 aus Deutschland
@andrewrobinson2565
Жыл бұрын
uhum.... "seid".... 🇦🇹🇩🇪🇨🇭🇧🇪🙏.
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@DaysWeSpend
Жыл бұрын
Thanks so much for watching!
Quee arquitecturaa.
Just started watching your channel. What do you both do for a living to support your travels and any tips on how to work online?
@DaysWeSpend
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching! Shawn’s a travel writer and copywriter. I teach dancing and am a social media manager. In terms of working online, build as many connections as you can. It’s often who you know. Create a good online website or portfolio. Be active on social media. We’ve both had clients reach out to us on Instagram.
Hello, At what time of the year did you go there ? I Plan to fly there at the end of March, can I enjoy the sun or would it be more cloudy ? Thanks for helping ✌🏽
@DaysWeSpend
Жыл бұрын
We were there from the beginning of March until early May. It's almost always cloudy in San Sebastian. You might have a few days of sun and a few days of cloud/rain. Enjoy your trip!
Great video except for all the goofing around. Surprised you didn’t mention the funicular railway though - one of the three oldest in Spain and spectacular views at the top. A real highlight for us.
@DaysWeSpend
10 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching. The funicular is really cool but in our experience (we went twice), everything was closed or it was so crowded that the line was 2 hours to the top. We tried walking up, but the road was randomly closed for construction with no notice. Our experience was not one we wanted to recommend.
Do you have accommodation tips?
@DaysWeSpend
10 ай бұрын
Our number one tip is to travel in the off season when accommodation is cheaper. We've used Airbnb successfully (booked a room in a local's apartment). Our host Monika gave us a great introduction to the city. If you're flexible with your dates, often times there is more affordable accommodation available (such as avoiding weekends and holidays).
U forget Mont Igeldo and his park
Is it very bike friendly?
@DaysWeSpend
Жыл бұрын
Yes! Everywhere, except the old town. There are some excellent bike paths to get through the main parts of town.