Southern Basque Country Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Southern Basque Country
Where to stay in Southern Basque Country
San Sebastián Centro
San Sebastián Centro is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights area like Concha Beach and Cathedral of the Good Shepherd.
Bilbao City Centre
Bilbao City Centre is highly notable for its fascinating museums, and you might want to visit top sights like San Mames Stadium and Plaza Moyua. See more of Bilbao by jumping on the metro at Moyua Station or Abando Station.
Old Town San Sebastián
Unique features of Old Town San Sebastián include the historical sites and bars. Make a stop by Basilica of Saint Mary of the Chorus or Plaza de La Constitucion while you're exploring the area.
Bilbao Old Town
Museums, shopping and theatres highlight some notable features of Bilbao Old Town. Make a stop by Plaza Nueva or Arriaga Theater while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Arriga Tram Stop or Casco Viejo Station to get around town.
Egia
Bars, river views and historical sites highlight some of the notable features of Egia. Make a stop by Tabakalera Donostia while you're exploring.
Gros
Gros is known for its beaches, and you can plan a trip to Kursaal Congress Centre and Auditorium and Bay of Biscay while you're in town.
The Artist Grand Hotel of Art
So disappointed with our very expensive room with terrace. Bilbao is wonderful and the view from the room was spectacular but there were lots of little details that let the experience down; there was a cigarette burn on a cushion on the terrace chair, another large burn mark on the bathroom sink ...
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Radisson Collection Bilbao
Disappointing- we arrived after the common check-in time and the room wasn’t available. No offer to leave our luggage so we would be able to explore the city. The far in advance provided request of a second duvet, hasn’t been processed and required a reminder. The TV had his on mind and turned on ...
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Axel Hotel San Sebastián - Adults Only
Great hotel, spacious room nicely styled. With bathroom etc being at angles it is quite tricky to navigate in the dark if need to during the night. Spa is a nice feature to have in a city centre location. Staff extremely helpful and friendly would stay again.
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Batimont Suites & Apartments
Excellent location, spotlessly clean rooms, and staff who were consistently friendly and helpful throughout my solo stay
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Wecamp San Sebastian
Very nice and clean
Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025
Legazpi Doce Rooms & Suites
Great location in the heart of the city, had the 2bedroom with plenty of space, laundry, beds are comfortable and peak of an ocean view. Will definitely stay here again.
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
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Popular places to visit
San Mames Stadium
Join local soccer fans and shout your support for a well-known European team that calls this spectacular stadium its home.
Guggenheim Museum Bilbao
Investigate a vast collection of modern and contemporary art both inside and outside one of the most recognizable buildings in Bilbao.
Concha Beach
Enjoy one of the best city beaches in Europe. This fantastic spot in San Sebastián has an extensive sandy area and clear waters.
Plaza de La Constitucion
Note the numbers on the balconies that represent former bullring boxes. Try delicious local wine in this festive central square.
Concha Promenade
Enjoy the spectacular views of the surrounding verdant headlands and admire the elegant railing and lanterns of this famous boulevard.
Donostia-San Sebastian Aquarium
See extraordinary marine creatures, learn about life under the sea and get insights into the local fishing history at this aquarium and oceanographic museum.
