San Sebastian bike tour: Beaches and city on two wheels

Ride the full arc of San Sebastian's coastline without leaving the bike path

A guided bike tour of San Sebastian covering La Concha and Ondarreta beaches, Miramar Palace and the city's main landmarks along protected bike lanes. The route takes two to three hours and includes one pintxo and one drink per person. Groups run from one to twenty riders, and the guide speaks English or Spanish.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each

1. Miramar Palace15m
2. La Concha Beach10m
3. Ondarreta Beach10m

San Sebastian bike city tour

• Guide explains monument and views
• Bike along safe bike path
• Visit palace gardens with guide
• Surround Real Sociedad stadium
• Bike along La Concha beach
• Border Zurriola beach, group photo
• Cross tunnel to Ondarreta beach
• Bike to Peine del Viento
• Tour main city areas by bike

The experience

You arrive in San Sebastian with a free afternoon and no car. The bike tour starts by rolling through the city's main neighborhoods on dedicated paths (no traffic, no navigation required), while your guide points out the architecture and history as you go. The entire ride stays on the bike lanes, which means the pace is steady and the views come without the stress of sharing the road.

The route takes you along La Concha Beach for its full length, then through a tunnel that opens onto Ondarreta Beach on the other side. You'll stop at Miramar Palace to walk its gardens and hear the guide's explanation of its role in the city's past, and you'll pass the new Real Sociedad football stadium. The ride ends at the Peine del Viento (the Wind Comb sculpture at the far end of Ondarreta), where the group pauses for a photo with the waves and the bay behind you. Zurriola Beach gets a stop too, with time to admire the swell and the surfers if the conditions are right.

Halfway through, you sit down for a pintxo and a drink: included in the price, not an upsell. It's the kind of small-plate snack San Sebastian is famous for, and it breaks up the ride without making the day feel rushed. The whole thing runs two to three hours, which means you're back with time left in the afternoon, and you've covered the coastline without the legwork of a walking tour.

What’s included

• Use of a bicycle.
• one pintxo and one drink per person.
• a live guide in English or Spanish.
• access to the palace gardens at Miramar.
• all fees and taxes.

Before you book

Days and timesMonday to Friday

AgesAdult (18 to 64 years) · Senior (65 and older) · Youth (13 to 17 years) · Child (6 to 12 years) · Infant (under 6)

GroupUp to 20

Live guideEnglish and Spanish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

ConfirmationConfirmation within 48 h

Prices and times updated 6 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyInfant seats availablePets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by Oh My Bike! Tours & Rental

Is this one for you?The entire route follows dedicated bike paths, so the pace stays easy and the ride works for families, older riders and anyone new to cycling. If you want to see the beaches and the city without renting a car or walking for hours, this covers both in a single afternoon.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Spanish.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (13 to 17 years); Child (6 to 12 years); Infant (under 6).

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

How do I get around San Sebastian if I don't have a car?

The bike tour uses the city's protected bike lanes for the entire route, so you stay off the main roads. Public transportation is also available nearby if you need it before or after the tour.

What is Miramar Palace and why do we stop there?

Miramar Palace is a historic royal residence overlooking the bay. The tour includes a walk through its gardens and a guide explanation of its significance to San Sebastian's history.

What's included in the price besides the bike?

One pintxo and one drink per person are included, along with all fees and taxes. The bike and helmet are provided, and the guide leads in English or Spanish.

How long does the tour actually take?

The tour runs two to three hours, covering the beaches and main city landmarks at a comfortable pace on the bike paths.

What is the Peine del Viento?

The Peine del Viento (Wind Comb) is a famous sculpture at the end of Ondarreta Beach, built into the rocks where the waves break. It's the stopping point at the end of the ride and a popular spot for photos.