Euskal Jaiak: Why This Exciting Basque Festival Should Be On Your Radar

Euskal Jaiak is a week celebrating Basque traditions and culture. It's one of our favorite festivals in San Sebastian!

If you’re looking to experience the ultimate in Basque food, culture, sports and more all in one week, you won’t want to miss Euskal Jaiak. This weeklong event (the name of which translates to “Basque Festivities” in English) typically takes place at the beginning of September, not long after the epic Semana Grande celebrations in […]

How to Spend 36 Hours in San Sebastian

36 hours in San Sebastian would be incomplete without at least one trip to Plaza de la Constitución!

With pristine beaches, a fascinating local culture and the best gastronomic scene in the world, San Sebastian is one of the chicest cities in Spain–make that Europe. And despite its smaller size, it packs a big punch. You could spend a week or more here and still not scratch the surface of this one-of-a-kind gem […]

Discover Basque Culture at the San Telmo Museum

Visiting the San Telmo Museum is a must here in San Sebastian. It even has its own lovely little cafe!

Many visitors come to San Sebastian for one thing: the food. While you could happily spend days doing nothing more than eating the best pintxos in the world, it’s also one of the best places to dive into the unique Basque culture. And there’s nowhere better to do that than the San Telmo Museum. Located […]

The Complete Guide to Semana Grande in San Sebastian

When it comes to festivals in San Sebastian, Semana Grande is a must!

It’s called the “Great Week” for a reason—Semana Grande in San Sebastian is unlike any other festival you’ll ever experience. In fact, it’s more than just a summer festival. It’s a full weeklong citywide street party celebrating Basque culture and heritage, complete with fireworks, live music, and plenty of good food. We look forward to […]

Dive In: Exploring the 4 Best Beaches in San Sebastian

The Beach of La Concha is a crescent shaped urban seaboard of the city of San Sebastián located at the Bay of La Concha.

Every summer, without fail, thousands of locals and visitors alike take to San Sebastian’s stunning beaches for some much-needed sun and fun. However, no matter what time of year you find yourself in town, it’s always worth going down to the beach even just for a quick walk. After all, you’re in the city with […]

The Essential Guide to Street Art in San Sebastian

Street art in San Sebastian

All throughout the world, street art is becoming an ubiquitous part of local culture. Once considered to be a universal symbol denoting no-go areas in cities across the globe, graffiti has taken on a new meaning in the past several years. Today, colorful works of street art and intricate murals, often by locally renowned artists, […]

How to Live Like a Local During 10 Days in San Sebastian

During your 10 days in San Sebastian, visit the aquarium and the naval museum to learn about the fascinating maritime history of the city and how it ties into local culture even today.

Some cities were made to be savored slowly, and San Sebastian is one of them. And no, we’re not just talking about the food, although there will certainly be plenty of that during your 10 days in San Sebastian. However, establishing a solid home base here for a longer trip will immerse you in the […]

Enjoy Drinks at These Great Terraces in San Sebastian

GU is one of our favorite terraces in San Sebastian. It’s got it all: incredible sunsets, great music and cocktails, and a fun vibe!

There’s just something so fun about sitting outside on a nice terrace enjoying drinks. And when you’re in a city as beautiful as San Sebastian, it becomes a must-have experience! There are plenty of beautiful terraces in San Sebastian where good drinks and good vibes are aplenty. We’ve narrowed it down to this list of […]