7 Wine Tours in San Sebastian Worth a Slot This Trip

1.San Sebastian Old Town Pintxos & Wine Tour Small Group Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,102 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $156Our pick

Walk San Sebastián’s Parte Vieja with a local guide such as Hector, Lily, Gorka, or Amaia, stopping at eight food venues for pintxos, Iberian ham, mussels, anchovies, steak, cider, wine, and Basque cheesecake. Groups cap at nine, and the generous tastings add up to a full dinner.

“Mattin is an outstanding tour guide! As a chef who originates from San Sebastián, he knew the pinchos to try which were delicious and diverse. He also was able to get us into locations quickly and easily even if lines. His knowledge of Basque and Spanish history was an added bonus. I would strongly recommend this tour. We had a group of 8 folks and it was a good size.”

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2.San Sebastian Pintxo Food, Wine & Market Foodie Tour(Small Group)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 621 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $169

Spend three hours with a local food guide such as Jon, Gabby, Gorka, Martin, or Daria, tasting Iberian ham, cheese, olives, pintxos, Txakoli, Rioja, cider, dessert, and Basque liqueur. The small group visits Bretxa Market, a private gastronomic society, and several Old Town bars, with reserved seating and restaurant tips for later.

“Everything was amazing. The food,friends, and atmosphere was top notch. Our guide was very friendly and was on top on getting us from place to place.”

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3.San Sebastian Food Tour: Pintxo Tasting Paired with Wines

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 493 reviews · 3 hours · from $117

Walk San Sebastian’s Parte Vieja with a local guide such as Jonathan, Francisco, Julen or Beatriz. Taste eight pintxos at traditional bars, paired with three Spanish wines, Basque cider and a local liqueur. Expect food, history and practical bar-hopping tips in a small group, with vegetarian and gluten-free choices available.

“We had a great time on the tour. Julen, our guide, was knowledgeable, happy to answer all of our questions and great fun. The food and wines were delicious and we loved that it was a small group. I recommend this tour.”

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4.Pintxos and Wine Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 340 reviews · from $146

Spend three hours walking San Sebastian’s Old Town with a small group of up to eight. You’ll visit six acclaimed stops for eight pintxos and five drinks, including cider, Navarra wine, and dessert sherry. Guides such as Mila, Cristina, Sandra, and Gorka add food tips, local history, and practical advice for ordering like a local.

“Meeting new friends and sampling the fantastic food. Our guide Lily was absolutely fantastic with knowledge and insight. Great time”

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5.San Sebastian Evening Pintxo Tour with Wine

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 321 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $188

Meet a local guide at Mimo Bite The Experience at 6:30 pm for a three-hour walk through Parte Vieja. Visit top pintxo bars, try seafood, meat, and seasonal specialties, and pair the food with wine or cider. Guides such as Kai, Sandra, Cristina, and Almudena also share Basque culture and recommendations for the rest of your stay.

“We had the most wonderful time and the most incredible guide. What is the perfect way to eat and drink in San Sebastian?”

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6.2 Bays Evening or Sunset Boat Tour with Cava

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 158 reviews · 2 hours · from $77Best value

Join local hosts Ruth and Asier for a two-hour cruise from San Sebastián toward Pasaia. The small boat carries up to 12 people, passing La Concha, Zurriola, Mount Urgull, dramatic cliffs, and the Basque fjord. Sunset departures include sparkling wine, soft drinks, blankets, an audio guide, and a Polaroid photo.

“A great boat, beautiful trip, with wonderful guides and information. We had a great time.”

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7.Market, Pintxos and Wine Tasting Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 111 reviews · 3 hours · from $162

Walk San Sebastian’s market and Old Town with a local guide such as Jon, Daria, or Arantxa. Taste ham, olives, Gilda, six pintxos, Rioja wine, cider, and a local liqueur while learning about Basque food, language, and customs. Small-group and private options are available.

“Jon is amazing. He made my family feel so welcome and comfortable. He was very thorough in explaining the basque culture and had so much depth of knowledge regarding the pintxos and wines. If you’re looking for a great time during your stay in San Sebastián, then look no further!”

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