San Sebastian Sightseeing
San Sebastian isn't renowned for 'must do' attractions. It lies on Bahía de
la Concha, one of the finest city beaches anywhere which attracts many visitors
and locals alike during the summer months.
Playa de Ondarreta to the west and Playa de la Zurriola to the east are also
popular for swimming and surfing.
The city's old town (parte vieja) is a labyrinth of small streets which criss
cross one another and are packed with tiny bars where you'll discover some of
Spain's best tapas.
Below are a few suggestions of additional tourist attractions of interest to
visitors.
Aquarium
Paseo del Muelle, 34
Opening Times: Daily: 10am to 9pm during summer months. Check website for other
dates.
Website: www.aquariumss.com
The city's aquarium displays a range of sea creatures which you can watch from a
360º walkway. Shark feedings take place at 11am and 4pm.
Naval Museum
Paseo del Muelle, 24
Opening Times: 10-1.30pm & 4-7.30pm, Tuesday to Saturday. 11am-2pm, Sunday.
Interesting look at the history of Basque seafaring tradition including many
photos and displays of naval artifacts.
Museo de San Telmo
Address: Plaza Zuloaga 1
Opening Times: Tuesday to Saturday 10:30am to 1:30pm and 4pm to 7:30pm, Sunday
from 10:30am to 2pm.
This museum in the old town is housed in a 16th-century monastery at the foot
of Monte Urgull. It displays a wide range of works through the ages including
ones by El Greco and Ribera with a strong emphasis on Basque painters.
Monte Urgull
Dominating the centre of San Sebastian high above the old quarter with the
statue of Christ is Monte Urgull. You can walk up a path that starts behind the
aquarium to the top from where there are great views across Bahía de la Concha
and out to sea.
Funicular to the top of Monte Igueldo
On the opposite side of Bahía de la Concha from Monte Urgull is Monte Igueldo
from where you get the best views of San Sebastian city and its coastline as
well as the green Basque countryside. To get there take the old funicular up to
the attraction park which lies on Monte Igueldo. The funcicular operates
throughout the day for most of the year.
Tourist Information Office
Address: C/ Reina Regente, 3
Telephone: 94-348-11-66)
Summer Opening Hours: Monday to Saturday 8am to 8pm & Sunday 10am to 2pm |
