WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE SAN SEBASTIAN WALKING ROLLING OLD TOWN TOUR – APPROX. 4 HOURS

About this accessible San Sebastián walking rolling old town tour

Discover the historic center of San Sebastián on a walking/rolling tour through Parte Vieja. This route combines traditional market streets, historic architecture, lively squares and views of the city’s coastline. The Old Town is compact, but its historic layout and varied street surfaces are important to consider when planning your visit.

La Bretxa Market and Plaza de la Constitución

Your walk begins at La Bretxa Market, where you can experience the lively atmosphere of one of San Sebastián’s traditional markets. As you (st)roll through the market, you will find local vendors selling fresh seafood, seasonal produce, and regional specialties that reflect the city’s strong culinary traditions.

From here, you will make your way along the charming Calle Narrica, one of the Old Town’s most popular streets, lined with cafés, bars, and historic buildings. Your route then leads to Plaza de la Constitución, the heart of the Old Town and one of the city’s most famous squares.

Take a moment to look up at the colorful façades and numbered balconies surrounding the square. These numbers are a reminder of the plaza’s fascinating past, when it served as San Sebastián’s main bullring. The balconies were once rented out to spectators, who watched the bullfights from above. Today, the square has a much more relaxed atmosphere and is a popular gathering place where you can admire the city’s history while enjoying its vibrant character.

Please note that the streets around the market and square have cobblestones and uneven paving.

Church of San Vicente and San Telmo Museum

Continue to the Church of San Vicente, considered the oldest church in San Sebastián. Built in the early 16th century, it features Gothic architecture, pointed arches and beautiful round windows. You can admire its fortress-like exterior, which reflects the building’s medieval past. The church also survived the devastating fire of 1813, which destroyed much of the city.

Nearby, you’ll reach Plaza Zuloaga, home to the San Telmo Museum. The museum is housed in a former Dominican convent dating back to the 16th century, with a modern extension added in 2011. Interestingly, the convent was once used as military barracks before becoming a museum in 1932. Today, it tells the story of Basque culture, history and everyday life. You can admire both buildings from the outside during this tour

Calle 31 de Agosto and the Basilica of Santa María del Coro

Next, you follow Calle 31 de Agosto, a historic street closely linked to the destruction of San Sebastián in 1813, when much of the city was destroyed by fire. Today, the street is known for its traditional pintxo bars and lively atmosphere. Continue to the Basilica of Santa María del Coro, where you can admire its ornate Baroque façade and detailed entrance. This historic basilica stands at the heart of the Old Town and offers a glimpse of the city’s religious and architectural heritage. From the surrounding area, you can also look along the street towards the Cathedral of the Good Shepherd.

Calle 31 de Agosto has uneven paving and limited pavement space, which can make wheelchair access challenging during busy mealtimes. This tour includes an exterior visit to the Basilica of Santa María del Coro only, so you can admire the façade without needing to access the building.

San Sebastián Harbour and La Concha Bay

You finish the tour near the Port of San Sebastián, where fishing boats and waterfront buildings reflect the city’s long maritime history. The port has played an important role in the city’s fishing industry for centuries, and fresh seafood remains a key part of local cuisine. Enjoy views across La Concha Bay, whose curved coastline resembles a shell, giving the bay its name in Spanish. In the middle of the bay, you spot Santa Clara Island, home to a small beach and a lighthouse.

On the route you may encounter uneven paving, kerbs and gradients.

After enjoying the views across La Concha Bay, you are at the end of the tour. From here, your guide will take you back to your city center accommodation or to the designated meeting point, depending on your preference and the arrangements made for your tour.