5 Fun Things To Do in San Sebastián with Children

Ahoy Crew,

Explorers, grab your sunhats and your sweetest snacks — today we’re heading off on a family-friendly adventure through the charming streets, sandy shores, and mountaintop views of San Sebastián, Spain!

Here are five fun-filled, kid-approved activities inspired by Captain PillowBelly’s magical journey:

1. 🏖️ Splash at La Concha Beach

Build sandcastles, wade in calm blue waves, and search for seashells on this golden crescent-shaped beach.
San Sebastián’s La Concha is safe, clean, and perfect for little swimmers and big naps under striped umbrellas!

Captain’s Tip: Bring a beach ball and a big towel for impromptu picnics.

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2. 🍢 Pintxos Tasting in the Old Town

Tiny taste adventurers, rejoice! Wander the cobbled streets of Parte Vieja and sample pintxos — small, colorful snacks that are fun to pick and even more fun to eat.

Try:

Tortilla de patatas (potato omelet)
Jamón on toast
Anchovy & olive skewers (for the brave!)

Captain’s Tip: Let each child choose their own pintxo from the display counter. Culinary confidence, unlocked!

3. 🚋 Ride the Monte Igueldo Funicular

Take a historic cable car ride up to the top of Monte Igueldo. It’s short, steep, and exciting — and the reward?
A storybook view of the entire bay, plus an old-fashioned amusement park at the top!

Captain’s Tip: Snap a family photo at the lookout. It might just become your new screensaver.

4. 🐟 Visit the Aquarium Donostia

Get face-to-fin with sea turtles, jellyfish, and sharks at one of the best aquariums in Spain.
Kids can walk through a glass tunnel surrounded by ocean creatures — it feels just like swimming under Beluga!

Captain’s Tip: Ask about the touch pool to meet starfish and sea cucumbers up close.

5. 🎠 Play at Alderdi Eder Park

Right next to the beach, this cheerful park is filled with flower beds, a merry-go-round, and open space to run.
Perfect for little legs to stretch after lunch or before a scenic nap in the shade.

Captain’s Tip: Bring a kite for breezy beachside flying.

Whether you’re a family of beach lovers, snack explorers, or mountain climbers, San Sebastián is a dream come true — just like it was for Captain PillowBelly.

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