Strolling San Sebastian, San Sebastian, Spain
I had just one day to spend in San Sebastián, so I battled a minor head cold and walked all over the seaside town, known locally in Basque as Donostia. (This town definitely has pharmacies, and Marc and I have since been thankfully cured by their Spanish medicines.)
Basically, if you're a fan of churches, parks, and beaches, you will love San Sebastián. I had an alright weather day, as you will see from my photos. The morning and evening both had cloud cover, but the entire afternoon the sky was bright blue.
The Puente Maria Cristina has four ornate pillar-towers with great horse sculptures on top. This is the furthest inland landmark and a good place to start your walk.
The Good Shepherd of San Sebastian Cathedral is a great walk around and through. It's not that old (late nineteenth century), but its Gothic-Revival style is well-done and interesting for every cathedral tourist.
Parts of San Sebastián reminded me very much of lovely Deauville, France. It has that same clean resort vibe, fancy hotels, and even also its own international film festival. La Concha Beach has lots of space and activities along its 1,5 kilometers, and the views include mountains, an island, and the city. ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).
Basically, if you're a fan of churches, parks, and beaches, you will love San Sebastián. I had an alright weather day, as you will see from my photos. The morning and evening both had cloud cover, but the entire afternoon the sky was bright blue.
The Puente Maria Cristina has four ornate pillar-towers with great horse sculptures on top. This is the furthest inland landmark and a good place to start your walk.
The Good Shepherd of San Sebastian Cathedral is a great walk around and through. It's not that old (late nineteenth century), but its Gothic-Revival style is well-done and interesting for every cathedral tourist.
Parts of San Sebastián reminded me very much of lovely Deauville, France. It has that same clean resort vibe, fancy hotels, and even also its own international film festival. La Concha Beach has lots of space and activities along its 1,5 kilometers, and the views include mountains, an island, and the city. ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).
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Guide Name: Strolling San Sebastian
Guide Location: Spain » San Sebastian
Guide Type: Self-guided Walking Tour (Insider Tips)
Author: Christy Swagerty
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Sight(s) Featured in This Guide:
Guide Location: Spain » San Sebastian
Guide Type: Self-guided Walking Tour (Insider Tips)
Author: Christy Swagerty
Read it on Author's Website: http://www.whatupswags.com/2018/08/strolling-san-sebastian.html
Sight(s) Featured in This Guide:
- Puente Maria Cristina
- Good Shepherd of San Sebastian Cathedral
- Concha Beach
- De Okendo Plaza
- Victoria Eugenia Antzokia Performing Arts Theater
- Gazebo
- City Hall
- Koruko Andre Mariaren Basilika
- Begiratokiko Baluartea
- San Telmo Museum
- Iglesia de San Ignacio
- De Cataluna Plaza
- MEYVI Cafes y Pasteles
- San Bizente Eliza
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