5-Day Cultural and Coastal Adventure in San Sebastian and Bilbao, Spain

Day 1: Arrival and Orientation

San Sebastian, Spain on June 24, 2025

9:00am

Breakfast at La Viña

Start your day with a traditional Basque cheesecake and coffee at this famous local bakery, open from 8am to 10pm.
EUR5, 1h

10:30am

Walk along La Concha Beach

Enjoy a leisurely stroll along the iconic La Concha beach promenade, soaking up views of the bay and fresh sea air.
Free, 1h30m

12:30pm

Lunch at Bar Nestor

Savor the famed tomato salad and chuleta steak at this small but popular pintxos bar, open generally 1pm to 4pm and 8pm to midnight.
EUR25, 1h

2:00pm

Visit San Telmo Museoa

Explore Basque society, culture, and art museum housed in a former convent, open 10am to 8pm.
EUR6, 2h

5:00pm

Check-in at Hotel Maria Cristina

Settle into your luxurious hotel in the city center, ideally positioned for easy access to sights and dining.
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8:00pm

Dinner at Gandarias

Enjoy a delicious dinner featuring local specialties and pintxos in a lively atmosphere, open until midnight.
EUR30, 2h
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Day 2: San Sebastian Highlights

San Sebastian, Spain on June 25, 2025

8:30am

Breakfast at Café de la Concha

Start your morning with classic Spanish coffee and churros on the beachside terrace, open from 7am to 3pm.
EUR8, 1h

9:30am

Explore Old Town (Parte Vieja)

Discover the narrow streets filled with historic buildings, pintxos bars, and shops. Visit the Basilica of Santa Maria del Coro, open from 9am to 1pm and 4pm to 7pm.
Free, 3h

12:30pm

Lunch at Bodegón Alejandro

Dine on innovative Basque cuisine in this Michelin-starred restaurant, serving from noon to 3pm.
EUR40, 1h30m

2:30pm

Monte Urgull hike and Castillo de la Mota

Climb Monte Urgull hill for panoramic city views and historical castle exploration, open from dawn to dusk.
Free, 2h

5:00pm

Relax at Playa de Ondarreta

Unwind on the quieter Ondarreta beach, ideal for swimming and sunbathing.
Free, 1h30m

8:00pm

Dinner at Arzak

Experience world-class Basque gastronomy at this three-Michelin-star restaurant, reservations required for dinner from 8pm onward.
EUR150, 2h
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Day 3: Day Trip to Bilbao

Bilbao, Spain on June 26, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at your hotel

Enjoy a hearty breakfast buffet at Hotel Maria Cristina before your day trip.
Included, 1h

8:30am

Travel to Bilbao by bus or car

Embark on the approximately 1.5-hour journey northeast to Bilbao, a vibrant industrial and cultural hub.
EUR15, 1h30m

10:15am

Visit the Guggenheim Museum

Explore the iconic contemporary art museum designed by Frank Gehry, open 10am to 7pm.
EUR16, 2h

12:30pm

Lunch at Café Iruña

Enjoy classic Basque dishes and pintxos in a historic Belle Époque atmosphere, open noon to midnight.
EUR25, 1h

2:00pm

Walk along the Ría de Bilbao and Casco Viejo

Stroll through the old quarter's seven streets and waterfront, experiencing Bilbao's culture and architecture.
Free, 2h

4:30pm

Return to San Sebastian

Travel back to your hotel to rest after the day's exploration.
EUR15, 1h30m

7:30pm

Dinner at Kokotxa

Experience creative Basque cuisine with a focus on seafood at this Michelin-starred restaurant, reservations recommended.
EUR70, 2h
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Day 4: Beach and City Relaxation

San Sebastian, Spain on June 27, 2025

9:00am

Breakfast at Bar Txepetxa

Taste anchovy pintxos and traditional Basque breakfast options, open 9am to 5pm.
EUR7, 1h

10:00am

Relax at Zurriola Beach

Spend a morning surfing or sunbathing at this lively beach popular with locals and visitors, open all day.
Free, 2h

12:30pm

Lunch at Ni Neu

Enjoy modern Basque tapas overlooking the sea, open 1pm to 4pm and 8pm to 11pm.
EUR30, 1h30m

2:30pm

Visit Peine del Viento sculptures

See Eduardo Chillida’s famous wind comb sculptures on the rocky coast, accessible all day.
Free, 1h

4:00pm

Shopping and café break

Explore local shops and enjoy coffee at Café Baztan in Old Town, open until 10pm.
EUR10, 1h30m

8:00pm

Dinner at Alameda

Dine on innovative dishes with fresh local ingredients in a casual atmosphere open until 11pm.
EUR40, 2h
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Day 5: Departure Day

San Sebastian, Spain on June 28, 2025

8:30am

Breakfast at your hotel

Enjoy your final breakfast at Hotel Maria Cristina before departure.
Included, 1h

10:00am

Last stroll at La Concha Beach

Take a peaceful morning walk along the beach to capture last views and memories.
Free, 1h

11:30am

Check-out and travel to airport

Prepare for departure and head to the airport or next destination.
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