Southern Basque Country Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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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 Cathedral of the Good Shepherd and Concha Beach.
Bilbao City Centre
Bilbao City Centre is highly notable for its fascinating museums, and you might want to visit top sights like Plaza Moyua and Gran Casino Bilbao. 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.
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.
Aiete
If you're spending some time in Aiete, Concha Promenade and Parque Aiete are top sights worth seeing.
Hotel de Londres y de Inglaterra
Great experience, wonderful views, room clean and confy
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
The Artist Grand Hotel of Art
Yes
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Barceló Costa Vasca
Fabulous hotel. Very clean. Staff lovely. Parking on site was a bonus. About 20 minutes walk into the old town. Five minutes to the promenade. We ate in the hotel, it was very nice.
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Legazpi Doce Rooms & Suites
Great location and friendly staff. Everything you would need
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Spirit Apartamentos Atxuri
Excellent
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2025
The Passage Apartments
The room was spotless. The check in team was ready and willing to assist with anything The room was pre warmed for our arrival on Jan 5. That’s such a plus coming in from the cold I like to cook breakfasts. The kitchen and dish/cookware was clean and efficient Definitely staying here on my next ...
Reviewed on 7 Jan 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.
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.
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.
- San Mames Stadium
- Guggenheim Museum Bilbao
- Concha Beach
- Donostia-San Sebastian Aquarium
- Reale Arena
- Plaza de La Constitucion
- Concha Promenade
- Ondarreta Beach
- San Juan de Gaztelugatxe
- Plaza del Castillo
- Bodegas Marques de Riscal
- Monte Igueldo
- Zurriola Beach
- Sopelana Beach
- Plaza Nueva
- Plaza Moyua
- Miramar Palace
- Sendaviva Amusement Park
