Explore San Sebastián’s History & Taste Its Flavors at Lunch
Description
#10 Top Food Experience in the World 2022 With Discover San Sebastian you will walk through the city center and old town, visiting the most important places while learning our history and captivating anecdotes only known by locals. In an hour and a half, we will have time to see the main spots in town before tasting the variety of the best pintxos in the city. Each pintxo/tapas tour of Discover San Sebastian will be unique since your guide will decide the route that you will take based on your food preferences or allergies. In each bar that you visit, our guide will suggest a variety of pintxos and recommend the best drink that goes with your choice while explaining how to order and move around the old town like a local.
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Itinerary
We will start our tour in front of the Bay of La Concha and walk from there to other important locations in the city learning about our culture and history.
We will enjoy the food in this area with some typical drinks from the Basque Country and Spain
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(114)
This was a great experience. Esky was incredibly kind and knowledgeable and guided us on an interesting walking tour of the old town in San Sebastián. The pintxo stops were all delicious - we never would have found all of this on our own. One of us was vegetarian and she made accommodations and suggestions for us and we both enjoyed the tour immensely. I would highly recommend this tour!
Thank you so much for your kind words Melissa! I’m so happy you enjoyed the walking tour of San Sebastián’s Old Town—it was such a pleasure to show you around and share some of my favorite pintxo bars! I'm especially glad the vegetarian options worked well for you—it's always important to me that everyone feels included and gets to enjoy the full experience, no matter their dietary needs. These little hidden spots are easy to miss without a local guide, so I’m thrilled you felt the tour helped uncover places you wouldn’t have found on your own. Thanks again for the lovely recommendation, and I hope our paths cross again someday in San Sebastián! Osasuna! 🥂✨ Esky
Outstanding. Very informative and loads of fun. Highly recommend this tour as an intro to this great city.
Dear Edward, Thank you so much for your kind words! It was truly a pleasure to guide you through San Sebastián. I'm thrilled to hear you found the tour informative and fun—introducing visitors to the culture, history, and flavors of this incredible city is what I’m most passionate about. Your recommendation means a lot, not only to me personally but also to future travelers looking for a meaningful and memorable introduction to San Sebastián. At Discover San Sebastian, we strive to offer more than just a walking tour—we aim to create a true local experience that connects people to the heart of the Basque Country. Thanks again for taking the time to leave a review. I hope to welcome you back again soon for another adventure—maybe a deeper dive into our pintxo scene or a hidden-gems experience! Warm regards,
Our guide Eskerne was so friendly and knowledgeable! She gave us a lot of fun history as we saw the sites and she even took pictures for us. When we got to the food portion we were able to try 5 different pintxos and 5 drinks as we hopped from one restaurant/bar to the next. It was a great experience. Highly recommended!
Dear Dan, Thank you so much for your kind review! I’m so glad you enjoyed the tour and that the mix of local history, sightseeing, and delicious pintxos made it such a memorable experience for you. Sharing the culture and flavors of San Sebastián is truly a passion of mine, and I always love capturing great moments for guests along the way. I’m happy you enjoyed the variety of pintxos and drinks—hopping from one authentic local spot to another is the best way to experience the true spirit of our city. Thank you for the recommendation, and I hope to welcome you back to Donostia again soon! Warm regards, Eskerne Local Guide | Discover San Sebastián Pintxo Tours | Culinary Walks | Basque Food & Culture Experiences
My wife and I were the only ones on the tour and our guide, Eske, was perfect! She initially thought we would have more fun if we booked with more people, but the 3 of us just made the tour Super! At the end of the tour my wife and I invited Eske to Dallas where she would be welcomed in our home and we would be her guide.
Thank you so much for this lovely and heartfelt review! I'm truly touched by your kind words and your warm invitation to Dallas—what an honor! It was such a joy to share San Sebastián with you both, and even though it was a small group, the experience was full of laughter, connection, and great food. Sometimes the most intimate tours create the best memories! I’m so glad you enjoyed the personalized pace, the pintxos, and the overall experience—it’s moments like these that remind me why I love what I do. If I ever make it to Dallas, I’ll definitely take you up on the offer! Until then, you're always welcome back in San Sebastián. Warmest regards, Eskerne Private Food & Culture Guide | Discover San Sebastián Tailored Pintxo Tours | Small Group Gastronomic Experiences | Local Expert
I actually did this tour a while ago - November 2021, and I still think about it. I just recommended this tour to someone today and realized i never posted a public recommendation- so here it goes. The entire experience and Eskerne were wonderful. Her stories and relationships with the different proprietors make for a special experience. She knew the exact spots to go - and the best pintxos to order. She really had the inside scoop. And she followed up with a detailed email to recap our tour as well as additional recommendations. I will definitely do this tour again when im back in San Sebastián!
Dear Adams, Thank you so much for remembering and sharing your experience—even after all this time! It truly means the world to me to hear that your tour from November 2021 still stands out in your memory, and I’m honored that you’ve continued to recommend it to others. One of the most special parts of my work is being able to connect guests with the heart of San Sebastián—not just through amazing pintxos, but also through the stories, local relationships, and hidden gems that bring our food culture to life. I’m so glad you felt that throughout the tour. And of course, I’m thrilled to hear you appreciated the personalized follow-up and extra recommendations—helping guests feel connected even after the tour is part of what makes this experience unique. Looking forward to welcoming you back for another round of unforgettable bites and Basque hospitality! Warm regards, Eskerne Founder & Guide | Discover San Sebastián Local Pintxo Tours | Insider Culinary Experiences | Basque Culture & Food Guide
Best outing! Our guide, Eskerne, was incredibly knowledgeable and fun. We learned so much about the history of the area and went to amazing pinxto spots. Highly recommend- best thing we did on our trip!
We had a wonderful tour with our guide Eskerene. First we did a historical walking tour of San Sebastian. Always a nice way to see a new city. We then continued with the pintxos tour. She took us to 5 bars. At each one we tried a pintxos and a drink. She gave us a choice of at least 4- 5 pintxos at each bar and made sure they were freshly made. Would highly recommend
Thank you, Eskerne, for sharing your exceptional knowledge of the rich history and culture of San Sebastian. Our guide offered a customized tour that we all loved and we ranged in age starting from 8 months . The food was outstanding. We will be back 👏👏👏.
WOW WOW WOW WOW is all I can say. Eskerne is absolutely amazing. She is so personable, some might say she is the unelected Mayor of San Sebastián and I would have to agree. She offers amazing knowledge of the history of San Sebastián along with insanely delectable PINXTOS. She catered to everyone’s likes and dislikes will pushing the boundaries of our palettes and asking us to open our minds and try new and exciting things. I cant recommend this tour enough and when I return I am going ask if Eskerne will just spend the day with us. She is the true GEM of San Sebastián. Amazing trip and amazing tour.
This tour is one of the highlight of our Spain vacation! Mayor Eske is the BEST! :) Her passion for the history and gastronomy of San Sebastian is unmatched. And her personality is just unbeatable - she made us feel super comfortable in our walking tour and made sure she took pictures of my wife and I in beautiful vistas in the city. She is just a fun person to be with! Our pintxos tour was great! Just recalling all the food and drinks makes me hungry now as I write this review. Just say Yes to everything she offers - it will surely be delicious! Eske and her tour will be forever be part of our San Seb memories.
