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That’s why we not only enjoy telling you how much we love San Sebastian on our tours, but we also want to put it in writing. That’s why we have created this blog, where we tell you what we don’t have time to tell you on the tours. If you love San Sebastian as much as we do, or if you are planning a visit to our city, this is your space.
As residents of San Sebastián, we sometimes tend to focus too much on our city and forget about the other towns in our province, Guipúzcoa. But precisely because we are aware of the richness of our territory, we would like to present a route through Guipúzcoa so that you can discover the province of which […]
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 […]
Located in the bay of La Concha, Ondarreta Beach is a less crowded gem than its famous neighbour, but just as captivating. With its golden sand, calm waters and relaxed atmosphere, it is the perfect destination for those looking to enjoy San Sebastian without the crowds. Ideal for families, sportspeople and nature lovers, Ondarreta combines […]
San Sebastian is a city to get around on foot (or by bike), much of it is flat and the upper districts are easily reached on foot thanks to the lifts and escalators dotted around most of them. Unless you’re in a hurry or very far away, walking is a good way to get around […]
One of the most outstanding points of the Basque coast is the Playa de la Sakoneta. This is due to its landscapes created by nature and that impresses everyone who visits them. Today we will talk about the route that runs through this piece of coast and that you cannot miss. How to get to […]
San Sebastian, as a good coastal city, obviously has a port that has a lot to tell us about, so let’s get to it. The first thing that may surprise tourists about the port of San Sebastian is its size, as it is a tiny port, a triangle wedged between the Old Town and Mount […]
Although many tourists never get to know it, San Sebastian is much more than the Old Town and La Concha, something that we at Go Local insist on a lot. Around the most visited places there are many neighbourhoods where visitors don’t go, but which are essential in the day-to-day life of the people of […]
San Sebastian’s Old Town is streets, pintxos and a lot of history; it is much more than just a handful of lively streets. It is living history, good gastronomy and that place where the traveller becomes a local without realising it. Find out what to see, where to eat and how to really enjoy it. […]
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 […]
Although coming to San Sebastian in winter may not seem like the best idea in the world, as the weather is not the most ideal time to visit anywhere, and many of the pintxo bars are closed for the holidays, the truth is that it is a perfect time for it. It’s less crowded, some […]
If you are looking for a place where art and nature mix in an authentic way, Chillida Leku is it. Just 15 minutes from San Sebastian, in Hernani, this open-air museum displays the sculptures of Basque artist Eduardo Chillida in a setting that really seems made for them. Chillida wanted his works to be in […]