City Essentials: First Day
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Your Perfect First Day in San Sebastián: Bay Views, Old Streets & Local Rhythm

2 hours English
5 (54)
100% Personalized

Ease into the city’s rhythm with a flexible, first-day stroll shaped by your questions and mood.

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Match with one of our local hosts

Be matched with a host based on your interests and preferences, to tailor your perfect day.

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100% Flexible: Adapt in real time

Your host will fine-tune the experience in real time to match your mood.

Experience Overview

Time:

2 hours

What to expect:

Fully tailored to your preferences

Language:

English (Other languages may be requested)

Transport Mode:

Walking experience (may use public transport for long distances)

Meeting point:

Parque Alderdi Eder, De Alderdi Eder Parkea, s/n, 20004 Donostia, Gipuzkoa, Spain

Cancellation:

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience

What’s Included:

Tailored itinerary based on your preferences
A knowledgeable host who knows the hidden gems
Flexible start times to fit your day

What’s Excluded:

Food, drinks and shopping expenses
Transport fares or attraction entry fees

What makes it special

This is your invitation into San Sebastián’s pace, with a local who helps you feel part of it. You’ll get grounded in the city’s layout and life, balancing the seaside calm with Old Town texture.

Key Highlights:

  • Begin your trip beside La Concha Bay with a relaxed, local welcome
  • Choose between sea views or backstreet bakeries as your route unfolds
  • Hear tips on navigating the city’s layout, food culture, and social rhythms
  • Soak in stories of San Sebastián’s past as you wander between eras
  • Pause in plazas or climb for a perspective, your host adapts as you go
  • Get real-time local insight on what to do, eat, and explore next
  • Leave with confidence, comfort, and a sense of what makes this city tick

What travelers think of our Spain experiences

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Claire Nov 2025

Very good guide showed us Madrid's hidden gems. Fun and dynamic. Ery well organised and personaised. Highly recommend.

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Carmen Liliana Nov 2025

Santiago impressed us with his vast knowledge of San Sebastián from its origins and the places where dramatic moments of its history unfolded. We wanted to try the most famous Basque cake and he made it possible. Very nice personality. We highly recommend him!!!

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Cathrine Oct 2025

Great Guide!

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Cathrine Oct 2025

To enjoy a private sightseeing with friends with a very talented guide.

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Carol Sep 2025

Gabriel our guide was wonderful. He gave us a lot of the history of the area, and good anecdotes along the way.

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Anabel Nov 2025

Enjoyed!

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Here’s what your experience could look like

These are just suggestions from our hosts to inspire your day. Your host will tailor the experience to suit your interests and tastes

Meeting point

Parque Alderdi Eder, De Alderdi Eder Parkea, s/n, 20004 Donostia, Gipuzkoa, Spain

Your Perfect First Day in San Sebastián: Bay Views, Old Streets & Local Rhythm

First Steps by La Concha Bay

Begin where the breeze invites you in

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Your Perfect First Day in San Sebastián: Bay Views, Old Streets & Local Rhythm

You’ll meet at the Alderdi Eder Gardens, where the gentle sweep of La Concha Bay sets a relaxed tone, the day begins at your pace. Your host may offer a choice: continue along the graceful curve toward Miramar’s gardens or follow the scent of bread into the Old Town.

Your Perfect First Day in San Sebastián: Bay Views, Old Streets & Local Rhythm

Leafy Boulevards & Historic Thresholds

Where old and new quietly overlap

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Your Perfect First Day in San Sebastián: Bay Views, Old Streets & Local Rhythm

Alameda Boulevard marks a shift from wide walkways to the city’s intimate core. You might pass corner kiosks or an antique bookshop or veer into the shade of historic lanes. Whether you head toward the cathedral or dive into cobbled streets is up to you.

Your Perfect First Day in San Sebastián: Bay Views, Old Streets & Local Rhythm

Constitution Square or a Rooftop Pause

Your view, your mood

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Your Perfect First Day in San Sebastián: Bay Views, Old Streets & Local Rhythm

In Plaza de la Constitución, every numbered balcony hints at the plaza’s past as a bullring. Laundry flutters above and conversations fill the air. If you’re drawn to quiet, a short climb might take you to a hidden lookout, rooflines, ocean, and calm.

Your Perfect First Day in San Sebastián: Bay Views, Old Streets & Local Rhythm

Port Promenade & a Thoughtful End

Fishing boats, stone paths, and a soft close

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Your Perfect First Day in San Sebastián: Bay Views, Old Streets & Local Rhythm

Finish near the port, where colorful boats bob and Monte Urgull begins to rise. You might end here with local suggestions for your next steps or take one last walk together, skirting the water’s edge toward the city’s more modern side.

Your Perfect First Day in San Sebastián: Bay Views, Old Streets & Local Rhythm

Optional Close: Zurriola Bridge

If your energy allows, end where waves and city energy meet

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Your Perfect First Day in San Sebastián: Bay Views, Old Streets & Local Rhythm

Some guests choose to continue across the bridge toward the Kursaal, where the Atlantic feels wilder and San Sebastián shifts in tone. Your host will guide the moment based on how you’re feeling.

What you’ll do

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Real Stories, Real Connections

Sweet Moments on a Spanish Afternoon

Sweet Moments on a Spanish Afternoon

History Comes Alive Beneath the Arches

History Comes Alive Beneath the Arches

Multigenerational Moments in Spain

Multigenerational Moments in Spain

Sunshine, Smiles & Spanish Style

Sunshine, Smiles & Spanish Style

Tasting Spain, One Bite at a Time

Tasting Spain, One Bite at a Time

A Sun-Kissed Day of Discovery

A Sun-Kissed Day of Discovery

Strolling Through Spain’s Iconic Arches

Strolling Through Spain’s Iconic Arches

Warming up with a local coffee break

Warming up with a local coffee break

From epic stories to real-life smiles

From epic stories to real-life smiles

Gathered around the table for a feast of flavors, laughter, and Spanish culinary magic

Gathered around the table for a feast of flavors, laughter, and Spanish culinary magic

FAQs

Your questions, answered

Is this a traditional tour or something different?

This isn’t a traditional tour with a fixed script. It’s a fully personalized day shaped around your interests, whether it’s culture, history, neighborhoods, or hidden local spots. Your host is a knowledgeable local, more like a friend showing you their city. It’s flexible, one-on-one, and tailored entirely to you.

What if I don’t know what I want to explore?

That’s completely fine! Select an experience theme or a flexible discovery experience, and after booking, answer a few questions so your host can design the perfect experience for you.

How does personalization work?

After booking, you’ll receive a short questionnaire where you can share your interests, travel style, and any must-see spots. Based on that, we’ll match you with a local host who’ll reach out to plan your personalized itinerary..

Will I know my itinerary in advance?

Yes, you will have the opportunity to chat with your host directly and agree on a plan for the day. However, there’s always room for spontaneity and local surprises!

Will I see famous landmarks or just hidden gems?

Both! Your host will take you to iconic sights if you want to see them, but they’ll also introduce you to places and stories most travelers miss.

Can I request specific places or types of stops?

Yes! After booking, you will receive a questionnaire where you can highlight must-visit spots and anything else you’d like to include, and your host will craft your experience around them.

Can I change the meeting place?

Yes, you will be in touch with your host before your experience, and you can agree on a different meeting point with them. Your host can meet you anywhere central that’s convenient.

How much walking is involved?

This depends on the experience, but your host can adjust the pace to suit your comfort level.

Can my host meet me at my accommodation?

Hotel meet-ups are available upon request in central areas. If you're staying outside the city, your host will recommend the best meeting spot and guide you with directions.