Southern Basque Country
Travel Guide
Visit Southern Basque Country
Where to stay in Southern Basque Country
San Sebastián Centro
San Sebastián Centro is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights area like Cathedral of the Good Shepherd and Concha Beach.
Bilbao City Centre
Bilbao City Centre is highly notable for its fascinating museums, and you might want to visit top sights like Plaza Moyua and Gran Casino Bilbao. See more of Bilbao by jumping on the metro at Moyua Station or Abando Station.
Old Town San Sebastián
Unique features of Old Town San Sebastián include the historical sites and bars. Make a stop by Basilica of Saint Mary of the Chorus or Plaza de La Constitucion while you're exploring the area.
Bilbao Old Town
Museums, shopping and theatres highlight some notable features of Bilbao Old Town. Make a stop by Plaza Nueva or Arriaga Theater while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Arriga Tram Stop or Casco Viejo Station to get around town.
Gros
Gros is known for its beaches, and you can plan a trip to Kursaal Congress Centre and Auditorium and Bay of Biscay while you're in town.
Aiete
If you're spending some time in Aiete, Concha Promenade and Parque Aiete are top sights worth seeing.
The Artist Grand Hotel of Art
I cannot explain how incredibly satisfied we are after staying at this hotel. The New Years Eve event was also amazing and well coordinated. If we visit Bilbao again, we are certainly staying here once again.
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
Hotel ILUNION San Sebastian
Room was amazing with wraparound balcony and separate seating area which was perfect as we had to stay in with the dog due to the fireworks.
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Hotel ILUNION San Mamés
Conveniently located next to the bus station and metro, the Illunion San Mamés is an excellent hotel: modern rooms, clean, and they have the best bidet toilets on the market. I spent 11 nights there, and you can't go wrong.
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Numad Studios
Staff was so kind! Hotel is on the hill, in the middle of the wood. One bus takes to the downtown, maybe 15 min ride.
Reviewed on 29 Sept 2025
Legazpi Doce Rooms & Suites
I had an amazing experience. The service and hospitality were outstanding. Thank you!
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Spirit Apartamentos Atxuri
Excellent
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2025
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Popular places to visit
San Mames Stadium
Join local soccer fans and shout your support for a well-known European team that calls this spectacular stadium its home.
Guggenheim Museum Bilbao
Investigate a vast collection of modern and contemporary art both inside and outside one of the most recognizable buildings in Bilbao.
Concha Beach
Enjoy one of the best city beaches in Europe. This fantastic spot in San Sebastián has an extensive sandy area and clear waters.
Donostia-San Sebastian Aquarium
See extraordinary marine creatures, learn about life under the sea and get insights into the local fishing history at this aquarium and oceanographic museum.
Plaza de La Constitucion
Note the numbers on the balconies that represent former bullring boxes. Try delicious local wine in this festive central square.
Concha Promenade
Enjoy the spectacular views of the surrounding verdant headlands and admire the elegant railing and lanterns of this famous boulevard.
