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Vegetarian Guide to San Sebastian: Restaurants, Markets, Cafés & More

At first glance, a menu in San Sebastian may seemingly be dominated by two things: seafood and meat. This is the Basque Country, after all, where both are staples of the local diet. But eating vegetarian in San Sebastian is far from impossible. You just need to know what...

24 Hours in San Sebastian: Making the Most of One Day

Lindsey Zimmerman

Few cities can claim to have the same perfect blend of sophistication, culture, and natural beauty as San Sebastian. Nestled between lush, verdant mountains and the calm waters of the Bay of Biscay, its surroundings couldn’t be more stunning. The city itself boasts a unique history, longstanding traditions, and...

An Insider’s Guide to Where to Stay in San Sebastian

Lindsey Zimmerman

Where to stay in San Sebastian? It’s a common question for Spain bound travelers! As the city is quite small, accommodation can be tricky at popular times of the year. Luckily, San Sebastian is home to beautiful, historic, and trendy places to stay– Lindsey shares her favorites below! Tucked...

The Best Pintxos Bars in Gros – San Sebastian’s Trendy Neighborhood

Lauren Aloise

Join me for an afternoon search for the best pintxos bars in Gros! A young and ever-evolving neighborhood near Zurriola beach, Gros is known as one of the best places to eat in San Sebastian– especially for pintxos. In contrast to the bustling old town, Gros is clearly more residential,...

Where to Eat in San Sebastian – Ultimate Food Guide

Lauren Aloise

San Sebastian is known for rustic pintxos bars and avant-garde Michelin star restaurants– where to begin? Here’s my advice for where to eat in San Sebastian!

6 Top Places for Pintxos in San Sebastian

Melissa Haun

It’s no secret that San Sebastian is one of the most highly regarded culinary destinations in the world. Situated on the northern coast of Spain, this seaside city is famous for its beaches, surfing, and vibrant cuisine. Crossing the border into the region of the Basque Country is like...