Today we travel by coach across the Spanish border to San
Sebastián. With its unique blend of Spanish, French and
Basque-influenced architecture, this wonderful city is widely
regarded as one of Spain's most elegant resorts set within the
fashionable and famous La Concha Bay, which has deep, calm waters
and a stunning beach area. Whilst here we enjoy a tapas lunch
together, in the delightful Old Quarter. Tapas is an important part
of San Sebastián's celebrated cuisine, and we sample some of the
many 'pintxos' - or dishes - on offer.
Afterwards you are free to explore at leisure - you may like to
visit the grand Miramar Palace, a former summer residence of the
Spanish monarchy. You may wish to stroll up Monte Igudelo, the
nearby summit overlooks the tranquil waters of the bay and provides
fantastic views of sprawling San Sebastián and the nearby area,
continue around the bay and visit the beguiling 'Combs of the
Wind', an iron sculpture designed by artist Eduardo Chillida,
embedded in the rocks.
Alternatively, the San Telmo Museum provides an interesting
insight into local life and the history of the San Sebastián area,
including local artworks and the architectural history of the city
over the years. You may also wish to visit one of the local
wineries. Otherwise, you could relax on the pretty promenade, or on
one of the unspoilt beaches curving around the graceful bay. Behind
the city are lush rolling hills that have drawn celebrities and sun
lovers to the mild winters and hot summers for generations. The
picturesque island of Santa Clara is situated just off shore, in
the centre of La Concha Bay. The island is home to one of the
area's prettiest beaches, although due to the tides it can only be
used for part of the day. Santa Clara can be accessed by boat -
although many of the locals will simply swim across from the
beach.
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