San Sebastian, which is named Donostia in Basque, is absolutely one of my favorite cities. It has the most relaxing atmosphere, where it almost feels like you are not even in a city at all.
So today I want to share with you three things I absolutely loved to do in Donostia:
1. Pinxtos
Eat Pinxtos in the old town.
In the old town, Parte Viejo, the streets are bustling with life. You will find Pinxtos bars at every corner, where you can get the best food you can imagine. I seriously could have stayed here all day and eat all day long.
In the old town you will also find some amazing architecture, like the Basilica of St Mary de Chorus. You will also find the Plaza de la constition in the old town. At the plaza the numbers of the balconies will take you back in time to where this plaza was used as a bull ring.
2. Mount Igeldo
After you have eaten your way through the old town, I would suggest you put on your walking shoes and walk along the beach of Concha bay to mount Igeldo. The Concha bay is incredible, I can tell you that. At mount Igeldo you can take the funicular railway up to the top, where you have amazing views of the city Donostia.
There is also a restaurant and a little amusement park at the top.
We hiked around here during our visits and we just took in the amazing views of the city, which were just incredible.
After you come back down, I can’t imagine ever getting tired of those views though. You can visit the Peine del Viento, the sculpture at the end of Concha bay, which is a beautiful piece of art. We absolutely loved it.
3. Enjoy one of the beaches or go shopping
Last but not least I would suggest to relax at one of the beaches Donostia has to offer or go shopping, but keep in mind that the stores are closed until four in the afteroon!
We decided to do both and first we had some drinks at one of the terraces along the bay, enjoying the beach view.
Tell me what was your favorite place in Donostia or San Sebastian?
I know one thing for sure and that is that we will be back, because I fell head over heels in love with this amazing city, if you ever get the chance to visit, you have to!
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That water is so clear and blue! How gorgeous! I haven’t been to this part of Spain before, but your pictures make me want to! 🙂
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Thank you Sarah! I highly recommend it! It is such an amazing part of Spain, my favorite part.
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