Visit the standout pintxos bars in San Sebastian on an evening out in the vibrant Old Town.
San Sebastian Ultimate Pintxos & Wine Tour in the Old Town
Summary Description
Highlights
- Enjoy a full meal across 6 of the city’s best pintxos bars.
- Discover the story behind Basque cuisine.
- Step inside one of San Sebastian’s most important bars for the freshest seafood in town.
- Try classic pintxos the way the locals do: in a packed bar standing elbow to elbow!
- Check all of San Sebastian’s must-visit bars off your foodie bucket list.
Description
Plenty of visitors to San Sebastian know that the city is a foodie paradise. But with so many good options, it’s difficult to know which spots you absolutely must try while you’re here! This San Sebastian pintxos tour brings you to all of these gems and more, handpicked by a local guide in the heart of the bustling Old Town. Along the way, you’ll gain plenty of insider knowledge to eat explore confidently during the rest of your visit.
Get a crash course in Basque cuisine on the best pintxos tour in San Sebastian.
The first stop on your pintxos tour has been a local favorite since the 1970s. A selection of the best mussels in town awaits you here, complemented by a dry Basque cider. You’ll learn all about the cultural practice of “TXOTX!” as well as try your hand at pouring cider from a height straight into your glass. This first stop is the perfect primer to teach you what going out for pintxos in San Sebastian really means.
Next, it’s time to get acquainted with one of Spain’s most famous specialties: cured Iberian ham. At a family-run gem full of Basque and Spanish gourmet items, you’ll try two classic cured hams handpicked by the owner. You’ll leave understanding the distinct difference between the two and get a sense of your favorite type!
On the way to the next bar, we’ll take a detour around the corner to the Old Town’s picturesque main square. Traditional bullfights were held here during the 19th century, and if you look up to the surrounding houses, you’ll see the numbers that used to mark the bullring boxes where locals would watch the fights from!
Just a block away is a bar that makes the best homemade marinated anchovies in the city. Not a fan of anchovies? Prepare to have your mind blown—this bar has swayed many anchovy doubters over the decades! Here, we’ll also discover the story of the very first pintxo ever to be invented and sip some sparkling wine from the Basque Country.
One of the city’s most renowned pintxos bars awaits. This place is famous for fusing traditional recipes with innovative cooking techniques. The mouth-watering pintxos here are a testament to their methods, but make sure to save some room!
Next, we’ll stop by another local hotspot for a classic pintxo of tender sirloin steak. Top it off with a glass of barrel-aged Navarra red wine.
Of course, we’ll finish on a sweet note! Our last stop of the evening will take you to a restaurant that’s been a local favorite since it was opened in the 1950s. Get ready to try a local dessert you can’t find elsewhere, accompanied by a flavorsome sherry.
By the end of the tour, you’ll have an impressive knowledge of traditional pintxos—and exactly where to find them in San Sebastian!
Sites Visited
6 tasting stops, San Sebastian Old Town, Plaza de Constitución, Gastronomic Society, Calle 31 de Agosto
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: Alameda del Blvd., 8 , Donostia-San Sebastian, Gipuzkoa, ES
Start Location Notes: https://www.google.com/maps/place/San+Sebastian+Turismo/@43.3227115,-1.9843835,18z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0xd51a54dfb067fbf:0xd0c0e731a1410d77!8m2!3d43.3227018!4d-1.9833964
Start Location Directions: On the boulevard in front of the tourist information office holding a Devour San Sebastian red tote bag. Please arrive 10 minutes early for check in. If you are more than 5 minutes late for the tour and your group is no longer at the meeting spot, they will be at the first tasting location for about 20 minutes: La Mejillonera (Calle del Puerto, 15).
End Location: Alameda del Blvd., 8 , Donostia-San Sebastian, Gipuzkoa, ES
Commentary
Guide : English
Important Information
Know Before You Book
- The tour is in English.
- We will be standing up in all the bars, in true Basque style.
- The tour covers dinner.
- Guests with serious food allergies will need to sign an allergy waiver at the start of the tour
- This tour is adaptable for Vegetarians, Pescatarians, Gluten free (not celiacs), Dairy free, Non-alcoholic options & Pregnant women, , please note it when booking.
- This tour is not recommended for vegans.
- Our group tour utilizes multiple areas that are not wheelchair accessible. Those with wheelchairs should contact us so we can arrange your visit.
- Due to the risk of gluten cross-contamination, this tour is not adaptable for those with celiac disease
- This tour is not suitable for children
- Meeting time is 10min before the tour star time to check in. If a guest is more than 5min late, they should go to first stop (stated in confirmation email).
- Avoid backpacks, bulky purses and strollers
Cancellation
Cancellation Cutoff: 24 hours
Cancellation Notes: Cancellations received greater than 24 hours prior to tour commencement are fully refundable. Cancellations received within 24 hours of tour commencement are nonrefundable. Amendment requests are subject to availability and price changes. Late arrivals and no-shows are non-refundable. This is applicable to any tour participant that fails to arrive or arrives after tour departure.
Options and Pricing
2022 to date Pricing
| 2022 to date Pricing | RETAIL PRICE |
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| Adult (13 - 99 years) | N/A |
| Child (5 - 12 years) | N/A |
| Infant (0 - 4 years) | N/A |
| RETAIL PRICE | |
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| Adult (13 - 99 years) | N/A |
| Child (5 - 12 years) | N/A |
| Infant (0 - 4 years) | N/A |
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
Before you travel, please read the "Know Before You Go" section for essential information, requirements, and possible disruptions regarding your tour.
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: 8
- Category: Food & Drink
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