Discover San Sebastian’s legendary pintxos culture on a private food tour through the city’s most iconic bars, tasting local specialties and drinks along the way.
Private San Sebastian Pintxos Tour
Summary Description
Highlights
- Enjoy a private pintxos tour with a local expert guide
- Taste iconic Basque dishes and wines at family-run bars
- Drink cider and learn how to pour it yourself
- Discover San Sebastian’s historic Old Town
- Learn insider tips for how to do pintxos like a local
Description
Experience San Sebastian’s culinary heart on a private evening tour that dives deep into the city’s world-famous pintxos scene. Led by a local food expert, visit the Old Town’s most iconic bars and taste a curated selection of Basque small plates, from marinated anchovies to tender grilled steak and renowned Basque cheesecake. Learn how to order, eat, and drink like a local with tips from your guide. This intimate experience ensures more time with your guide, personalized stories, and a relaxed pace that’s perfect for food lovers, families, or special occasions.
Embark on a private pintxos adventure through San Sebastian’s Old Town, tasting eight signature pintxos paired with five local drinks across the city’s most iconic bars. With a dedicated local guide for your private group, this relaxed tour is the perfect way to explore Basque flavors at your own pace.
Begin at a neighborhood institution loved since the 1970s, where you'll taste crisp Basque cider and learn the art of pouring cider. Next, visit a family-run gourmet shop to sample two exceptional Iberian hams and uncover the differences between them. This experience is both educational and indulgent, offering insight into the craftsmanship behind Spain’s most famous delicacy.
As you wander through the historic streets, your guide shares stories of San Sebastian’s evolution, including its rise as a culinary capital. You'll see the Old Town's main square before popping into a classic pintxo bar to try marinated anchovies and the first pintxo ever created paired with sparkling Basque wine.
Continue to a contemporary pintxos bar redefining Basque cuisine through modern techniques, then enjoy a perfectly grilled sirloin steak pintxo with aged Navarra red wine. End the night on a sweet note with a slice of Basque cheesecake and wine at the restaurant that does it best.
With a private guide, personalized pacing, and unforgettable flavors, this experience captures San Sebastian’s vibrant spirit, one pintxo at a time.
Included / Excluded
- Local English-speaking guide
- Expertly guided walking tour
- 8 pintxos and 5 drinks
- Hotel Pick-up/Drop-off
- Gratuities
Start / End Locations
Start Location: Ijentea Kalea, 6, Donostia, España
Start Location Notes: Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of your tour, your guide will be holding a red bag or Devour Tours sign. This tour meets at Ijentea Kalea, 6, 20003 Donostia, Gipuzkoa. We'll meet at the bronze sculpture in front of Goikoa Palace (Goikoa Jauregia) located behind the city hall.
Start Location Directions: https://goo.gl/maps/UnDxxRLA82BRtL2y8?coh=178572&entry=tt
End Location: Alameda del Blvd., 8, Alameda del Blvd., 8, 20003 San Sebastián, Guipúzcoa, Spain
Commentary
Guide : English
Important Information
Know Before You Book
- The tour is in English.
- This is a walking tour. Guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty.
- Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments or with wheelchairs, or strollers.
- This tour is not recommended for children under 15 years of age due to busy, crowded bars
- We will be standing up in all the bars, in true Basque style.
- This tour is adaptable for: Vegetarians, Pescatarians, gluten free (not celiac), dairy free, Non-alcoholic options & Pregnant women, but please note that you may not have a replacement food option at every stop. Not recommended for Vegans.
- The tour covers dinner.
- Guests with serious food allergies will need to sign an allergy waiver at the start of the tour.
- Please arrive 15 minutes before your tour start time for check-in. Out of courtesy to other guests, we’re unable to wait for latecomers. No refunds can be provided for late arrivals or no-shows.
- This tour is adaptable for: Vegetarians, Pescatarians, gluten free (not celiac), dairy free, Non-alcoholic options & Pregnant women, but please note that you may not have a replacement food option at every stop. Not recommended for Vegans.
- Tours take place rain or shine, dress appropriately and bring an umbrella if it looks like rain. Wear comfortable shoes.
- Those with dietary restrictions or food allergies need to email our Guest Experience team at [email protected] after booking the tour so we can arrange your ingredients.
- Avoid backpacks, bulky purses and strollers.
- We recommend you bring a water bottle (to protect the environment we don't provide plastic bottles). You'll be able to fill your bottle on tour.
- Tips/gratuities (for your guide) are always appreciated.
- This tour is not recommended for children under 15 years of age due to busy, crowded bars
- Walks and Devour comply with all local government regulations. Please refer to local government guidelines for the most up to date information.
Cancellation
Cancellation Cutoff: 7 days
Cancellation Notes: Cancellations received greater than 7 days prior to tour commencement are fully refundable. Cancellations received within 7 days of tour commencement are nonrefundable. Amendment requests are subject to availability and price changes. Late arrivals and no shows are nonrefundable. This is applicable to any tour participant that fails to arrive, or arrives after tour departure.
Terms and Conditions
Before you travel, please read the "Know Before You Go" section for essential information, requirements, and possible disruptions regarding your tour.
Additional Information
Ticket Age Range
Adult (15+)
Redemption Information
Tickets will be held at the box office
About operator:
Walks (takewalks.com, walksofitaly.com) began over a decade ago (2008, to be exact) in Rome, Italy. We quickly became the premier walking tour company in 7 countries - Italy, Spain, France, the UK, Greece, and Portugal. Our US cities include San Francisco, NYC, Boston, Chicago, and New Orleans.
In 2021, we joined The Hornblower Group (cityexperiences.com) expanding our reach and working alongside this powerhouse travel brand.
Our tour products vary but predominantly we #takewalks, exploring the world by foot - we believe, the best way to get into the heart of a city and its incredible people. From introductory strolls to food tours, day trips, cooking classes, and below the surface, in-depth tours, we have our hand in everything a traveler could want. Oh, and we also like to give our clients exclusive access to the biggest attractions in the world...
Despite the big changes in our brand over the years, our focus has remained simple - to relentlessly create tours with the client experience at the forefront and anchored upon the dedicated, intelligent, and above all, passionate local guides who want to share their cities with you.
Our tour products vary but predominantly we #takewalks, exploring the world by foot - we believe, the best way to get into the heart of a city and its incredible people. From introductory strolls to food tours, day trips, cooking classes, and below the surface, in-depth tours, we have our hand in everything a traveler could want. Oh, and we also like to give our clients exclusive access to the biggest attractions in the world...
Despite the big changes in our brand over the years, our focus has remained simple - to relentlessly create tours with the client experience at the forefront and anchored upon the dedicated, intelligent, and above all, passionate local guides who want to share their cities with you.
Basic Information
- Duration: 3 hours
- Trip difficulty: Easy
- Max Group Size: 9
- Category: Food & Drink
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