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Things to see in San Sebastián (Spain): 91 places and when to go

San Sebastián is a city in Spain with around 357,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 91 places in and around it, mainly Hiking (37), Nature (20), Mountains (17). The best known are Beach of La Concha, Larrun and Urgull. The best time to come is April to June and September to October; also possible: November to March and July to August. In June there are 15 h 12 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 48. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.

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In a nutshell

Where
Spain · 43.3204, -1.98
Population
About 357,000
Places
91 places on this site, in the town and around it.
What people come for
Hiking (37) · Nature (20) · Mountains (17) · History (14) · Food and drink (12) · Temples (8)
Best time
April to June and September to October.
Also possible
November to March and July to August.
Nearest airport
MAD Madrid, 341 km as the crow flies
Highest point
Irakurri, at 1,142 m.

What to see in San Sebastián

The places in and around San Sebastián, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.

And the other 67, by what you come to do:

When to go to San Sebastián

The best time to visit San Sebastián is April to June and September to October; also possible: November to March and July to August. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.

  1. JanPossible9:08
  2. FebPossible10:17
  3. MarPossible11:39
  4. AprBest time13:12
  5. MayBest time14:30
  6. JunBest time15:12
  7. JulPossible14:55
  8. AugPossible13:47
  9. SepBest time12:17
  10. OctBest time10:47
  11. NovPossible9:27
  12. DecPossible8:48

Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight

In June there are 15 h 12 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 48. In June, 91 of the 91 places are at their best.

When to go to Spain in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.

Getting to San Sebastián

The nearest main airport is Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD, Madrid), 341 km as the crow flies. How to get around Spain (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.

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Other towns nearby

And all of Spain, in its country guide.

Frequently asked questions

What is there to see in San Sebastián?

The best known: Beach of La Concha, Larrun, Urgull, San Sebastián Cathedral, Mount Ulia. In all, 91 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.

When is the best time to visit San Sebastián?

April to June and September to October; also possible: November to March and July to August. In June there are 15 h 12 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 48.

How do you get to San Sebastián?

The nearest main airport is Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD), 341 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.

How do I add it to my trip?

Create a trip with San Sebastián as the destination and these 91 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.

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