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San Sebastian hop-on hop-off city tour bus
Tours • San Sebastian

San Sebastian hop-on hop-off city tour bus

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US$ 17.95
Ultimate Pintxos and Wine Tour in San Sebastian
Tours • San Sebastian

Ultimate Pintxos and Wine Tour in San Sebastian

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Small group
English guided
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US$ 132.70
San Sebastian to La Rioja wine experience with tastings and vineyard visits
Tours • From San Sebastian

San Sebastian to La Rioja wine experience with tastings and vineyard visits

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US$ 309.20
Pintxo tasting with Spanish wines food tasting tour in San Sebastian
Tours • San Sebastian

Pintxo tasting with Spanish wines food tasting tour in San Sebastian

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English guided
5.0 / 5
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US$ 115.95
Paragliding Experience in San Sebastian
Outdoor & sports activities • From San Sebastian

Paragliding Experience in San Sebastian

English guided
Up to 3 hrs
Free cancellation
US$ 184.85
Biarritz, French Basque Coast & San Sebastian Full-Day Bus Tour
Tours • From Bilbao

Biarritz, French Basque Coast & San Sebastian Full-Day Bus Tour

English guided
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US$ 104.35
Zarautz, Getaria, and Zumaia Coastal Adventure Tour
Tours • From San Sebastian

Zarautz, Getaria, and Zumaia Coastal Adventure Tour

English guided
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US$ 70.89
Getaria Old Town & Txakoli Wine Half-Day Tour with Wine Tasting
Tours • From San Sebastian

Getaria Old Town & Txakoli Wine Half-Day Tour with Wine Tasting

Small group
English guided
Free cancellation
US$ 186.85
Explore Hondarribia and Pasajes Villages Tour
Tours • From San Sebastian

Explore Hondarribia and Pasajes Villages Tour

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English guided
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US$ 70.89
Biarritz and Bayonne Coastal Discovery Tour
Tours • From San Sebastian

Biarritz and Bayonne Coastal Discovery Tour

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English guided
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US$ 96.65
Explore San Sebastián on a Guided E-Bike Tour
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Tours • From San Sebastian

Explore San Sebastián on a Guided E-Bike Tour

English guided
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US$ 70.89
San Sebastian city walking tour with pintxo tasting
Tours • San Sebastian

San Sebastian city walking tour with pintxo tasting

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English guided
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US$ 45.09

Hotels in San Sebastian

Hotel SANSEbay
Hotels • San Sebastian

Hotel SANSEbay

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4.8 / 5
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US$ 190.95
Hotel Zenit San Sebastián
Hotels • San Sebastian

Hotel Zenit San Sebastián

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4.3 / 5
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US$ 117.2
Lasala Plaza Hotel - Adults only
Hotels • San Sebastian

Lasala Plaza Hotel - Adults only

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4.8 / 5
(762)
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US$ 345.51
Legazpi Doce Rooms & Suites
Hotels • San Sebastian

Legazpi Doce Rooms & Suites

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4.8 / 5
(429)
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US$ 214.1
Leonardo Hotel San Sebastián
Hotels • San Sebastian

Leonardo Hotel San Sebastián

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4.7 / 5
(699)
From
US$ 105.42
Palacio Bellas Artes San Sebastian, Curio Collection Hilton
Hotels • San Sebastian

Palacio Bellas Artes San Sebastian, Curio Collection Hilton

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US$ 305.2
SanSebastiánForYou 32 DE AGOSTO Rooms
Hotels • San Sebastian

SanSebastiánForYou 32 DE AGOSTO Rooms

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3.6 / 5
(30)
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US$ 208.19
Barceló Costa Vasca
Hotels • San Sebastian

Barceló Costa Vasca

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4.4 / 5
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US$ 128.69
Hotel Zenit Convento San Martín
Hotels • San Sebastian

Hotel Zenit Convento San Martín

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4.7 / 5
(746)
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US$ 200.44
The Passage Apartments
Hotels • San Sebastian

The Passage Apartments

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4.9 / 5
(88)
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US$ 364.9
Hotel Antik San Sebastian
Hotels • San Sebastian

Hotel Antik San Sebastian

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4.5 / 5
(246)
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US$ 72.91
Intelier Villa Katalina Hotel by Intelier Hotels & Suites
Hotels • San Sebastian

Intelier Villa Katalina Hotel by Intelier Hotels & Suites

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4.8 / 5
(457)
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US$ 145.28

Reviews of San Sebastian activities

Klook User
2026-09-23 04:49:26
Fantastic 5.0
Silvia was the best! Make sure she is your guide! Knowledgeable, friendly, kind—a great experience! Thank you.
Klook User
2026-04-01 09:49:18
Fantastic 5.0
Our tour guide, Fabian, is a wealth of knowledge, its culinary expertise and the country’s history. Our 3.5h tour went by so fast! We were stuffed and a little buzzed from all the Pintxos and drinks we had. Would definitely recommend!!
Li ***
2026-07-23 15:27:10
Great 4.0
would have been perfect if the tour was an hour longer. lunch felt rushed. our guide Ana was knowledgeable & a tad strict if u don’t pay attention but that’s good. otherwise knowledge wasted. excellent new electric vehicle. thanks
Li ***
2026-07-24 17:56:01
Great 4.0
Had unnie pintox & that’s a first .. guide Diego was knowledgeable & super friendly .. learnt quite abit of history ! first pic has many bullet holes !

San Sebastian at a glance

When is the busiest time to visit San Sebastian?

Based on what travelers booked on Klook

Busier than usual Quieter than usual
+100%
+50%
Typical
-50%
-100%
-54% Quietest
Jan
-31%
Feb
+8%
Mar
-38%
Apr
0%
May
Busiest +70%
Jun
+69%
Jul
-23%
Aug
+23%
Sep
0%
Oct
-7%
Nov
-15%
Dec

Demand peaks in June (about 70% above a typical month) while January is much quieter (roughly 54% below a typical month), so travellers from Australia should book early for June and expect easier availability and fewer crowds in January. Based on Klook historical booking data.

When is San Sebastian cheapest?

Find months that fit your budget.

$250
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Avg $86 Cheapest $39 Priciest $225
Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun

Activities average around ~USD 86, with August typically the cheapest month (~USD 39), roughly 83% below June’s peak prices, so visiting in August can mean lower activity costs and align with quieter demand. Based on Klook booking data, July 2025 – June 2026.

How far ahead should you book?

Plan ahead so you don’t miss out

7 daysLast-minute
26 daysTypical
58 daysEarly

Most travellers book about 26 days ahead, so Australians usually secure plans a few weeks out; during the June peak consider booking earlier. Based on Klook booking data, February 2026 – July 2026.

Quick facts about San Sebastian

Local weather

℉℃
  • DEC - FEB
    13°7°

    Winter

  • MAR - MAY
    16°9°

    Spring

  • JUN - AUG
    23°17°

    Summer

  • SEP - NOV
    20°13°

    Fall

General info
  • Time zone

    No time difference

  • Currency

    1USD = 0.89EUR

  • Official languages

  • Recommended trip duration

  • Flight time

    When departing from Sydney

What to know before visiting San Sebastian

Overview of San Sebastián and what draws visitors

San Sebastián is a compact coastal city known for food-focused experiences, scenic coastal walks and guided tours. Klook booking patterns show a strong summer peak, with most demand concentrated in guided tours and culinary activities while quieter months have far fewer bookings.

When to visit for prices and crowds

Klook data marks June as the busiest month and January as the quietest. Prices peak in June as well and drift down through late summer, with August typically the cheapest month according to Klook booking data. If you want smaller crowds and lower prices, consider visiting in August or the quieter winter months; if you seek the peak-season atmosphere and livelier events, June and July are when demand and prices are highest. Overall, demand and prices move together around the June peak, then both ease off into late summer and winter.

Tips for travellers from Australia

Most travellers from Australia typically finalise bookings a few weeks ahead — around 3–4 weeks — and some book even earlier in the peak months noted above. For flexibility on a shorter trip, many experiences can still be booked within a week of travel, but planning in advance helps for peak-season dates and popular tours. Use Klook to lock in tours and culinary experiences ahead of time so you can enjoy San Sebastián without last-minute stress.

FAQs about San Sebastian

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