San Sebastian Unique Pintxo-Tapas Tour with Lunch #10 Top Food Experience in the World 2022
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44 Ratings
Donostia
Experience the best pintxos in San Sebastian and learn the difference between pintxos and tapas. Feel like a local with our expert culinary guides.
Duration:
3 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Discover San Sebastián - San Sebastián (known as Donostia in Basque) is a city renowned worldwide for its gastronomic tradition. Without doubt the unrivalled “Star” and featured in every bar is the Pintxo. The picturesque old town (Parte Vieja) is completely packed with Pintxos bars — so many that knowing where to go and what to order can be completely overwhelming.
We will take you to the very finest pintxo bars that visitors are unlikely to discover on their own and we will suggest the best pintxo in each bar and the most suitable drink to accompany it, chosen from Cider, Txakoli (Basque white wine) or red wine.
From our meeting point we will visit the Old Town of San Sebastian where you will learn about Basque traditions and customs. You will visit bars off the normal tourist trail, eating and drinking like locals do.
Enjoy knowing the anecdotes of our city and how we relate when we go out to eat at the pintxos bars; it is a way to socializing as well as a philosophy of life. We will be able to taste 5 pintxos and 5 drinks in the bars to which we will go accompanied and advised by one of our guides.
What's Included
- A delicious lunch
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional Information
#10 Global Culinary Experience 2022
Ever wondered what differentiates pintxos from tapas? Wish to immerse yourself in local living?
Our unparalleled proficiency in gastronomy and our global culinary know-how position us as the ideal guides to usher tourists through the singular Basque city of San Sebastian. This city is cherished by its natives and is an unmatched destination for food enthusiasts worldwide.
Embark on a journey with us to taste the finest pintxos of San Sebastian. We’ll show you how to navigate through the lanes of our city like a true Donostiarra (a native of San Sebastian), making you feel like you belong with us.
Location
Taxi Rank
Boulevard Zumardia
At the taxi stop, near the City Hall, in front of the Dickens bar
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(44 Ratings)
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Charlieallen66
Mar 3, 2024
Walk, eat, talk, eat…yes! - How many city tours have we all done where you wish you could just stop a while and have a snack and a drink with the locals? If this is you then this tour is for you. San Sebastián has a population of 180,000 (I was listening!) and your guide Esky fortunately knows every one of them! We learned about the frustrated protester whose daily rants carved into the sand get washed away by the tide for him to return the next day and start all over again, why you always need a spare pair of swans, why the bull ring is a rectangle and how the pintxos talk to you. That is of course if you have learned to pour the delicious cider from above your head! This tour strikes the perfect balance between quirky info on the town and access to the local bars you would never find simply using Trip Advisor. Go with the flow, go with the recommendations and you will have a great time. Esky is also on hand to generously give advice and recommendations to make your whole stay in San Sebastián a great one, and for that we can only say Scary Costco. (When you know, you know). Don’t miss this tour!
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617anneu
May 21, 2023
Incredible experience - Eskerne goes above and beyond to ensure that everybody on her tours has a great time. She is very knowledgeable about the history and gastronomie of the region, and was able to answer all of our questions with great detail. As someone with many dietary restrictions (vegetarian, no mushrooms, etc.) Eskerne went out of her way to make sure I had a pintxo that I really liked at every single bar we went to- a difficult task that she managed with grace and kindness. I can not recommend discover San Sebastián tours enough! Absolutely great value and an unforgettable experience.
Not to mention- Eskerne is a great photographer!
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Johneast
Apr 23, 2023
A great experience with a wonderful guide - We had the lunchtime pinxtos tour with Eskerne today. She knows everything about San Sebastián and, it seems, everyone in San Sebastián! She took us to five pinxto bars, each different and wonderful in its own way. Wonderful food from anchovies to sirloin steak to foie gras and each with a glass of wine - and a local cider. Eskerne was a wonderful guide. Warm, friendly and so knowledgeable and so much fun. It was a great way to spend three hours or so and I would recommend her and this tour without reservation. We parted with a huge hug and the fondest memories and she immediately sent us photos to treasure. Thank you Eskerne.
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J9658auangelinam
Mar 29, 2023
Discover San Sebastian with Eskarne - This was an ABSOLUTE Amazing experience!!! San Sebastian is a Beautiful town. We LOVED our pintxos tour with Eskarne the food AMAZING!! Eskarne instantly became a Best Friend! She is so warm and welcoming, made the entire experience that much better. Can't wait to visit San Sebastian again and eat and drink with Eskarne!!! Also, can't wait for Eskarne to visit us!
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To_og280
Dec 27, 2022
Amazing - It's great! It's the best! Eskerne is the best tour guide in San Sebastián. The tour she designed was the highlight of my day. I highly recommend it. She knows the city and the city knows her. Throughout the day, I saw other tour guides at work and I can safely say that Eskerne is the most professional tour guide and by far, the best in San Sebastián.
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Anna333_10
Jul 31, 2022
The perfect host! - Eskerne is the perfect host; knowledgeable, kind, fun & accommodating. Both of us on the tour had intolerances which she catered for with ease. She gave us many hits and tips which helped for the rest of our stay in San Sebastian. I would 100% recommend booking Eskerne for a culinary tour whilst you’re in the Basque Country.
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Lisa_t
Jul 5, 2022
Worth it! - The guide was exceptional. It was fun, upbeat and informative. The food was excellent. One of the best tours that I have taken.
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915caryng
Jun 23, 2022
Incredible experience with the most wonderful person! - Wow!!!!! What an incredible experience. Eskerne was such a beautiful person inside and out. We had the most delicious food, drinks, and got to truly experience the wonderful culture of San Sebastián. Not only is she the most well known lady in all of town, Eskerne conducts the tour with so much passion, respect, knowledge, and love for her city. As someone with allergies, she made sure I was fully accommodated and always with a smile on her face. Would recommend this tour l to anyone coming to San Sebastián and would absolutely use her again. So much love for this wonderful place and Eskerne!!!
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Delores_g
Apr 28, 2022
Thank you Eskerne - Esky was a joy to spend the afternoon with sampling her favorite pintxos bars which were chosen based on my tastes. She has great relationships with the bar owners who make all the pintxos to order. Could not have been more fun.
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G1727mvclaireb
Mar 29, 2022
Absolutely Brilliant - What a fantastic few hours with Eskerne. Lots of different pintxo bars, lots of amazing food, with Eskey explaining each bar's specialities. This really set us up for the rest of our trip. Do it!
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