They say it's the greatest food city in the world. Guess what? They're right.
Ages
4+
Duration
3 hours
Departs
Daily 11:00 am, 5:15 pm
Highlights
From foie gras mushrooms to zurito beer at Casa Senra, you’ll see why locals say bigger isn’t always better 😉
Navigate Fermin Calbeton—the most famous pintxos street in the Old Town, while masterimg the art of txikiteo: hopping from bar to bar 🗺️
Visit a local couple’s chic beer and wine shop, before taking part in a how-to-make-your-own-Gilda workshop: the pintxo that started it all.
Experience authentic txotx at Sidrería Beharri—where cider pours straight from the barrel! 🚰
End sweetly at Pastelería Otaegui, San Sebastian’s oldest bakery, tasting the original pantxineta recipe that locals have guarded jealously for over a century.
Tour Description
San Sebastian’s reputation as the best food city in the world is deserved. On this walking food & wine tour, we’ll show you why.
In three hours, you’ll experience true Basque cuisine across two iconic neighborhoods: trendy Gros and the historic Old Town, where pintxos culture was born. Your local guide will introduce you to family-owned bars and world-renowned dining spots alike, each offering flavors that tell the story of Basque culinary heritage.
From perfectly paired Mosto Spritz to the sweet finale of traditional pantxineta, every bite connects you to centuries of tradition. You’ll discover the sagardotegi (cider house) experience, master the art of txikiteo, and understand how locals perfected these flavors long before the world took notice.
Note: most of our stops will be indoors. Yourcomfort is our top priority. Itinerary & tastings subject to change due to seasonality, day of the week, departure time and local holidays. Regardless, your experience will be unforgettable!
Dietary Information
Vegetarian-friendly tours but vegan, gluten-free, or kosher options may be limited. Please share dietary restrictions upon booking for best accommodation. Note that tastings outside those catered for your needs are at your own risk. The company assumes no responsibility for any food allergies or intolerances. Guests with severe or life-threatening allergies cannot participate in this activity for their safety.
Why Eat with Us?
Expert Local Guides: Fun, knowledgeable, and English-fluent San Sebastián locals.
Milan’s Hidden Gems: Enjoy exclusive access to local favorites where you’re treated like family.
Culinary Diversity: Taste a variety of delicious dishes, and hear the stories behind the food.
Cultural Immersion: See San Sebastián through the eyes of a local.
Established Expertise: Europe’s best food tours, top-rated since 2011.
"I’ve taken many food tours with Eating Europe, and this one might be the best. The quality of the food was incredible. Thank you Iri for showing us some unforgettable restaurants and how to best pour basque cider 😉
" — Lillian W | Facebook
Grilled mushrooms with foie gras, aioli & crusty bread
Queso del País (creamy local cheese and quince paste)
Your choice of pintxo
Txuleta (grilled steak)
Gilda pintxo
Padrón peppers
Pantxineta (puff pastry with cream & toasted almonds)
Zurito (local draft beer)
Red wine, Tinto de Verano or Kalimotxo
Mosto Spritz
Cider
Water
Please note that the items above are a selection of the delicious foods we often feature. Offerings may vary by day or season, but you're sure to enjoy a delightful array of local flavors!
Meeting Point
De Biteri Plaza
Donostia-San Sebastian, Gipuzkoa, Spain
Your guide will be waiting for you in front of the church, wearing our purple Eating Europe bag!
What people are saying
5.0
★★★★★
A great way to see hidden parts of Madrid! What a wonderful way to pass a few hours whilst eating some traditional tapas and getting filled in on some Madrid history at the same time. Great choices of food/drink/places to go, thank you Carolyn, it was a pleasure for my wife and I to spend a few hours in your company. Chalky & Dina x
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Chalky_Banbury
10/15/2025
Eating Europe Excellent evening with our tour guide-sirsa! She was amazing loved the food, wine and all the fun gathering conversations!
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LisP
10/14/2025
Alaia was an amazing guide! Amazing food and history/cultural tour. We tried pintxos we would not have known to try! Thank you for the experience!
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Amanda Buchanan
10/10/2025
We just finished our tapas tour in Madrid and had a wonderful time! We had the best guide, sirsa, who was a wealth of information, took us for amazing tapas (not just the touristy places) and was a fabulous story teller. Can’t recommend her enough to everyone!!
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Suzanne Atkin-Platt
10/08/2025
Fun foodie tour. Adolfo was a great guide. Would highly recommend. A delicious introduction to the cuisines of the great city of Madrid. The number of different foods and places we sampled was just about right.
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RLDoyle
10/07/2025
Caroline was fantastic!!! Full of useful information about Madrid as well as our various tapas. I HIGHLY recommend this tour & Caroline specifically.
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heather haynes
10/05/2025
What a wonderful tour of Madrid’s food places. Carolyn was delightful! Enjoyed the tour tremendously.
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Michelle Smythe
10/05/2025
Tapas and Barcelona Adolfo was an excellent host for our tapas tour in Madrid. In addition to providing us a wonderful tasting experience, he provided a comprehensive background of the neighborhoods we visited and the historical significance of the area. He is personable, friendly, funny and hosted a tremendous first day in Madrid experience. He also provided us with additional recommendations for dining for the rest of our stay in Madrid. Such a great evening.
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Gary V
10/05/2025
Good food Good food. Excellent tour guide. Very interesting restaurants. Recommend. Saturday night the streets were crowded with people everywhere in the old town.
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Wendy B
10/05/2025
This was our second Eating Europe tour. It was wonderful. Carolyn was our guide. She entertained us with stories about history and the food. I would highly recommend this tour to anyone
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Jeff Howard
10/04/2025
Our tour guide Carolyn did an excellent job of giving a history of Madrid and background on the wonderful tapas. Friendly and knowledgeable! Highly recommended.
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Thomas Moore
10/02/2025
This tour was wonderful! Carolyn was very knowledgeable about all the history and fun facts of the city and she gave us lots of wisdom and good suggestions. We loved everything we ate and the group was amazing! We even tried carving our own ham!
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Chen Tao
9/28/2025
Why Eat with Us?
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Every tour is meticulously curated to showcase the very best of San Sebastian's food scene.
Exclusive access to the most legit local spots, from the famous hole in the wall to the trendy new restaurants.
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Looking for a private food tour? Whether you’re visiting with a group or a local craving a unique day out, we’ve got you covered!
For more details or specific requests, reach out to [email protected] or call +1 917-909-6432.
Meet Your Local San Sebastian Tour Guides
Our team of San Sebastian Food Tour Guides includes local experts who speak several different languages.
Iri
I'm from Hondarribia, a beautiful coastal town just 20 km from San Sebastián, known for its colorful houses, charming old town, and deep sense of tradition.
My favorite typical dish: Croquetas
Climb Monte Urgull at sunset, the view is stunning and it’s usually quiet. The perfect way to see the city from above
Sam
I was born in Greece, now a proud San Sebastián local after more than 6 years of living here.
My favorite dish is Txuleta, cooked medium rare...no other way!
My tip: Rent a bike and head to Zurriola Beach, perfect for a morning surf session, then grab a coffee. Best way to start the day like a true Donostiarra!
Alaia
Basque–Mexican, I was lucky to spend every summer living with my grandmother in Gros, and swimming at Zurriola beach. Her love of food inspired me to study culinary arts at La Escuela de Luis Irizar in the Old Town (2011)
My favorite bite is the Matrimonio pintxo: the perfect union of salty anchovies and tangy white pickled boquerones.
For the food-motivated like myself, I recommend a trip to the markets. Whether it’s La Bretxa or San Martín, you’ll find a beautiful bounty of local products and maybe even be inspired to gather a few things for a spontaneous picnic.
A tour can be cancelled with a full refund up to 24 hours before tour departure.
Private Tours
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LATE ARRIVALS AND NO SHOWS
Due to extremely strict time slots for entry into attractions and for food preparation, both in-person & virtual/online, we recommend you show up 15 minutes before the scheduled starting time of the tour or experience. Our group tours begin & depart precisely at the scheduled tour or experience start time. If you show up late or cannot find the meeting point, for any reason, refund requests are not honored per policy. If you are having a hard time arriving on time we encourage you to contact us as soon as possible so we can do everything in our power to assist you with arriving at the meeting point at the scheduled time or reschedule to the next available tour.
CANCELLATION DUE TO PLANES, TRAINS, AUTOMOBILES OR ILLNESS
Inside of 24 hours, your spot on the tour has been reserved exclusively for you. Since we are unable to fill your spot if you’re unable to attend for any reason (including transportation or illness), we do not offer refunds after that time. Please plan ahead so that you are able to join us and don’t miss out!
DISCOUNT CODES
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AMENDMENT POLICY
We would be happy to assist you with rescheduling your tour, free of charge, with any requests made more than 24 hours of 8am CET on the date of the tour. We reserve the right to charge an amendment fee should you request to reschedule within 24 hours of 8am CET on the date of your tour . Once again, this is subject to availability and price changes. In general, we only charge you for any additional costs that we incur such as tickets. We have no intention of profiting from disruptions to your vacation and will work with providers and suppliers to get this cost reduced to a minimum.
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