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Panoramic view of La Concha Bay, in the Basque city of San Sebastián. Photo: Jorge Duarte Estevão

San Sebastián - from the plate to the landscape, images to inspire you

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Jorge Duarte Estevão

San Sebastián, in the Basque Country, is a fantastic city. With incredible natural landscapes, great beaches and, of course, some of the best gastronomy in the world. The Basque city has 16 Michelin stars. To inspire you, I've put together a selection of the best photos from my trip to San Sebastián.

Donostia (San Sebastián in the Basque language) is a vibrant city, both night and day. It is a modern metropolis, full of character and honesty. The city’s inhabitants are passionate defenders of San Sebastián and have countless reasons to be.

What's more, it's very easy to visit the Spanish city - even on a weekend from Portugal. From La Concha beach to the San Telmo Museum and the Kursaal Auditorium, there's a lot to see in San Sebastián.

Wide promenades, manicured gardens, terraces with panoramic views, inviting bars, and beaches to relax. In San Sebastián, people eat on the street, at home, anywhere. The pintxos are the soul of the city and it’s impossible to leave Donostia without gaining a few calories…

Here are some of the best photos from my visit to San Sebastián to challenge you to plan a getaway to Donostia. If you need tips, check out what to see in San Sebastián.

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Panoramic view of San Sebastián
Panoramic view of La Concha Bay, in the Basque city of San Sebastián. Photo: Jorge Duarte Estevão
Hedgehog
Pintxo hedgehog, in San Sebastián. Photo: Jorge Duarte Estevão
Plaza de la Constitución
Buildings in Plaza de la Constitución, San Sebastián. Photo: Jorge Duarte Estevão
Zurriola Beach, San Sebastián
Zurriola Beach, or Gros Beach, is one of the three beaches in San Sebastián, along with La Concha and Ondarreta. Photo: Jorge Duarte Estevão
Zarautz Beach
Zarautz beach, on the outskirts of San Sebastián, Spain. Photo: Jorge Duarte Estevão
Jorge Oteiza in San Sebastián
Painting in honour of the artist Jorge Oteiza in San Sebastián. Photo: Jorge Duarte Estevão
Kursaal Auditorium, San Sebastián
Kursaal Auditorium, designed by architect Rafael Moneo, next to Gros beach in San Sebastián. Photo: Jorge Duarte Estevão
Pilgrims in Zarautz
San Sebastián and Zarautz is one of the crossing points for pilgrims on the Way of St James. Photo: Jorge Duarte Estevão
Zarautz Beach
Zarautz beach, on the outskirts of San Sebastián, Spain. Photo: Jorge Duarte Estevão
Musicians in San Sebastián
Basque folk music is present in many parts of the city of San Sebastián. Photo: Jorge Duarte Estevão
Hotel Maria Cristina, San Sebastián
Hotel Maria Cristina, in the background, in San Sebastián. Photo: Jorge Duarte Estevão
San Telmo Museum, San Sebastián
The San Telmo Museum in San Sebastián is one of the Basque city's main attractions. Photo: Jorge Duarte Estevão
Santa Clara Island, San Sebastián
View of Santa Clara Island in San Sebastián. Photo: Jorge Duarte Estevão
Zurriola Beach, San Sebastián
Zurriola Beach, or Gros Beach, is one of the three beaches in San Sebastián, along with La Concha and Ondarreta. Photo: Jorge Duarte Estevão
Cheese pie
Cheese tart. A must-try dessert in San Sebastián. Photo: Jorge Duarte Estevão
Pintxos in San Sebastián
Despite appearances, pintxos in San Sebastián are different from tapas. Photo: Jorge Duarte Estevão
Miramar Palace, San Sebastián
View from the Miramar Palace in the Basque city of San Sebastián. Photo: Jorge Duarte Estevão
Miramar Palace, San Sebastián
Miramar Palace in the background as a rowing competition takes place in San Sebastián. Photo: Jorge Duarte Estevão
Peine Del Viento, San Sebastián
Peine Del Viento is a group of sculptures by Eduardo Chillida on Ondarreta Beach in San Sebastián. Photo: Jorge Duarte Estevão
Monte Igueldo, in the Basque Country
Monte Igueldo is home to the oldest funicular railway in the Basque Country, which has been operating since 1912. Photo: Jorge Duarte Estevão

Extra information: I visited San Sebastián as part of the my long journey by train from Portugal to Macau.

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