🏘️ Neighborhoods

Each neighborhood in San Sebastián offers something different—surf-friendly Gros, elegant Antiguo, or the historic Old Town. Here are the barrios we think you'll love discovering.

📍Parte Vieja (Old Town)

The historic heart of Donostia, where narrow streets buzz with pintxos bars, plazas, and centuries-old churches.

  • Highlights: Plaza de la Constitución, San Vicente Church, pintxos hopping on Calle 31 de Agosto.

📍Gros

Trendy, laid-back, and steps from the surf at Zurriola Beach. A favorite for coffee shops, casual dining, and a younger local vibe.

  • Highlights: Zurriola Beach, pintxos in Calle Peña y Goñi, sunset strolls along the promenade.

📍Centro (Downtown)

Elegant boulevards, boutique shopping, and beautiful 19th-century architecture between the Old Town and the river.

  • Highlights: La Concha Promenade, Alderdi-Eder Gardens, luxury shops on Avenida de la Libertad.

📍Antiguo

A relaxed residential neighborhood west of La Concha Beach, with charming streets and access to Mount Igueldo.

  • Highlights: Ondarreta Beach, funicular ride to Mount Igueldo, Miramar Palace gardens.

📍Amara

A quieter, more local part of the city, perfect for a casual stroll or a relaxed afternoon.

  • Highlights: Cristina Enea Park, traditional bakeries, riverside walks along the Urumea.