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You're Home! » San Sebastian, one of the best places to visit in Europe

June 25, 2015

San Sebastian, one of the best places to visit in Europe

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If you are planning a trip to Europe, and you are looking for culture, architecture, great food and some amazing beaches, I would recommend visiting San Sebastian in the Basque Country. San Sebastian is often overlooked but it is truly one of the best and most beautiful places to visit in Europe.

San Sebastian is most famous for their pinxtos (Basque for tapas). My favorite was Casa Bartolo in the old town, but you can find a list of some of the best, most highly rated pinxtos restaurants here.

There is always something going on in San Sebastian. We were lucky enough to be in the city during the Tamborrada, a celebratory drum festival held in January. Children and adults parade through the streets playing drums, in traditional Basque costumes. It is an unforgettable experience. There are also many other festivals going on throughout the year, so try to time your visit right to get a real Basque cultural experience.

San Sebastian also has some of the best beaches in Europe. Playa de Concha has been voted one of the best city beaches in Europe. There is also a river that runs into the city from the sea and when the weather is a bit stormy, it is quite stunning to see the waves crashing right in the middle of the city.

Try to learn a few words in Basque before you go, as most people speak Basque. People know Spanish as well, but they are very proud of their heritage and prefer to speak Basque.

I hope you get a chance to visit this amazing city!

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About Kim Delatorre

Kim Delatorre is a mommy to three beautiful, smart kids and wife to an amazing husband of 24 years! She enjoys reading, writing, spending time with her family, and blogging.

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  1. Lily Kwan says

    July 23, 2015 at 7:43 pm

    San Sebastian looks very beautiful. Thanks for sharing!

  2. G K says

    July 22, 2015 at 12:51 am

    This place looks gorgeous! I love finding new foods and architecture to look at. The beaches aren’t bad either.

  3. Denise Taylor-Dennis says

    July 20, 2015 at 5:29 pm

    Sounds like a great place to see someday.

  4. Joanne Gregory says

    July 19, 2015 at 7:18 pm

    Sounds like a lovely place. One of these days we will visit!

  5. DailyWoman (Lacey) says

    July 10, 2015 at 4:59 pm

    I would love to go to Europe, maybe one day I will get to.

  6. June S. says

    July 8, 2015 at 11:20 am

    I did get to go to Germany long ago back in 1970, I would love to go again sometime.

  7. angelasaver says

    July 5, 2015 at 10:27 pm

    My hubby & I spent our first two years of marriage in Germany in the late 80’s, & I would love to go back! Hope we get to some day!

  8. bill norris says

    July 5, 2015 at 11:07 am

    i’d love to go to london myself.

  9. vickiecouturier says

    July 3, 2015 at 11:39 am

    id love to go there,but i can dream about going

  10. Mia says

    July 3, 2015 at 9:07 am

    The Basque area is one of the areas that I find so intriguing. I think it would be great to visit and so much fun to explore the food, culture and music.

  11. Marcie W. says

    July 3, 2015 at 8:09 am

    I have never heard of San Sebastian but it sounds amazing. My husband and I actually have a European destination list and I may have to add this stop.

  12. Janet W. says

    July 3, 2015 at 3:39 am

    This really does sound amazing! I’d love to travel there!

  13. Haley Scully says

    July 2, 2015 at 11:34 pm

    This seems like a great place to visit. I’d like to travel there someday.

  14. Jenn says

    June 25, 2015 at 6:56 pm

    I hope I could visit one day! That view of the coast line looks stunning!

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