The coat of arms and the name of San Sebastián are, along with the city’s flag, the elements that best define Donostia. The coat of arms features a sailboat and the sea. The name comes from a French saint who died in Rome. What is the significance of these two emblems of San Sebastián? What […]
There are many different forms of artistic expression, and each artist chooses to pursue a career in the one that best suits their style. Today, one of the most visible forms in almost every city around the world is street art. It is also very much in evidence in our city. That is why we […]
Real Sociedad is a club founded in Donostia-San Sebastian. Known for its men’s and women’s football teams, it has achieved great milestones and records throughout its history. In this post, we present the origins and interesting facts about this football club that every fan should know. Brief history of the club Real Sociedad dates back […]
1836. Guipuzcoa: a province divided between Carlists and Liberals. Supporters of the Old Regime and King Carlos V spread throughout rural areas. In San Sebastián, the bourgeoisie clamoured for industrialisation and the appointment of Queen Isabel II to cultivate liberal ideas. Tradition and progress clashed on the battlefield. And in this context, the Alto de […]
Coming to Donosti and don’t want to stop at the postcard? If you’re lost between endless lists, rainy days and what to see first, museums are your shortcut to understand —and enjoy— local culture: sea, art, science, cider and memory in just the right dose. At Go Local San Sebastián —specialists in Free Tours and […]
Architecture is one of San Sebastian’s main attractions. The stately buildings in the city centre are admired by everyone, as are its main churches and palaces. But Donostia is more than just its historic architecture. In recent years, modern buildings have been constructed in keeping with contemporary styles, the most notable of which is undoubtedly […]
Strolling through the Old Town of San Sebastian, you are bound to have come across a couple of churches: Saint Vincent, in Gothic style, and Saint Mary, which we are going to talk about today. They are not the only churches in the city, of course, but they are the two most important ones, as […]
San Sebastian is well known for its architecture. The stately buildings in the city centre attract thousands of people every year, along with La Concha beach and pintxos. But San Sebastian is more than just ‘little Paris’, as the city centre is known. Over the years and with the evolution of architecture, more modern buildings […]
If you have come to visit the city and want to enjoy some wonderful views, read on. In this article, we present the best viewpoints in Donostia. Not only those from which you can see the coast, but also those from which you can see other emblematic places. Mountains Mount Igueldo You can’t leave […]
San Sebastian has been a source of inspiration for literature and film on numerous occasions. In some cases, the city and its surrounding towns are merely the setting for the lives and conflicts of the characters. In some others, Donostia and its most emblematic places are so important that they end up becoming just another […]
Go Local San Sebastian has been awarded the Euskadi 2024 Award in the category of Tourism, Commerce and Consumer Affairs. A distinction that recognises its model of responsible, authentic and local tourism, where the visitor discovers Donostia as a local would. An award that highlights the value of our way of doing tourism There are […]
In order to get to know any corner of the world in depth, it is necessary to know its language and culture, which are what make it unique. In this sense, the Basque Country is a region that stands out not only for its landscapes, but also for its unique cultural identity in Spain. At […]