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Iglesia Parroquial San Salvador – A 15th century structure which played a significant role in the place’s history. It was in this church, on 6th July 1397, that the "Brotherhood of the General Councils" pact was signed between thirty of the province's villages. This pact signing opened the political birth of the territory.
General Arnao, 21,
Getaria, 20808,
Tel +34 943 140 751
Mercados de La Brecha y Pescadería – This is an ancient complex consisting of two buildings namely “La Brecha” and “La Pescaderia.” The first building sold farm products while the second sold fish. At present it is now considered a shopping center.
Alameda del Boulevard, 3,
San Sebastián - Donostia, 20003,
Tel +34 943 421 520
Muralla del Puerto – This is the remnant of the wall which once surrounded the city as a defense structure.
Paseo del Muelle, s/n,
San Sebastián - Donostia, 20003,
Tel +34 943 481 166 / Fax +34 943 481 172
Palacio de Miramar – It was formerly known as Royal Miramar Country House which was built by Queen Maria Cristina. The palace is surrounded by large gardens which offer views of the bay.
Paseo de Miraconcha, 48,
San Sebastián - Donostia, 20007,
Tel +34 943 219 022 / Fax +34 943 216 008
Parque de Atracciones del Monte Igeldo – The Monte Igeldo Amusement Park opened in 1913 and since then it became a spectacular landmark of the area.
Monte Igeldo, s/n,
San Sebastián - Donostia, 20008,
Tel +34 943 210 564
Pasaia – Pasaia is made up of three districts namely San Juan, San Pedro and San Antxo. Each has played important historical significance in the area.
Pasajes de San Juan, de San Pedro y Antxo,
Pasaia, 20110,
Tel +34 943 344 034 / Fax +34 943 515 447
Perla y la Caseta de Baños (La) – Built on the walls of La Concha Beach, both buildings were supposedly for recreational purposes. Today one has become a thermal bath and the other was made the headquarters of the Club Deportivo.
Paseo de la Concha, s/n,
San Sebastián - Donostia, 20007,
Tel +34 943 458 856 / Fax +34 943 469 927
Puente de la Zurriola – This is a historical bridge built in the early 1920’s by engineer Eugenio Ribera.
Avenida de la Zurriola,
San Sebastián - Donostia, 20003
Puerto (El) – This is one of the important factors of the commercial and economical advancement of the city. Today, this is also used for different leisure sports like vessels and restaurants.
Paseo del Muelle,
San Sebastián - Donostia, 20003
Santa María del Junkal – An enormous church built in 1508 which belongs to one of the attractions of the city.
De las Escuelas, 7, Irún, 20304,
Tel +34 943 620 640
Teatro Principal – A theater house owned by the local authority which shows varied plays for tourists and locals alike.
Mayor, 1 bis,
San Sebastián - Donostia, 20003,
Tel +34 943 426 112
Remember that no matter where you go in Spain, people will be happy to help you! Whether it is showing you where to find a San Sebastian attraction or telling you its history! Furthermore, by interacting with local people at the attractions, you’ll practise your Spanish (be it that which you learnt at university level or a few select phrases from your holiday book!). If you never had time to brush up on your language skills before you left though, don’t worry! Many Spanish people will be glad to have one to one English lessons from you, practising the English they will have had to learn as obligatory at school. San Sebastian is an especially warm and friendly city so if you have any doubts about any of its attractions, don’t be afraid to ask! You could learn more than you think and furthermore, local people make the best guides!
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