Amara Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Concha Promenade
Enjoy the spectacular views of the surrounding verdant headlands and admire the elegant railing and lanterns of this famous boulevard.
Donostia-San Sebastian Aquarium
See extraordinary marine creatures, learn about life under the sea and get insights into the local fishing history at this aquarium and oceanographic museum.
Plaza de La Constitucion
Note the numbers on the balconies that represent former bullring boxes. Try delicious local wine in this festive central square.
Monte Igueldo
Go to the top of this great mountain in San Sebastián and visit a traditional amusement park with spectacular views as a backdrop.
Miramar Palace
Explore a beautiful palace located in one of the best spots of San Sebastián. Enjoy its lavish gardens and fantastic panoramic views of the bay.
Kursaal Congress Centre and Auditorium
Get tickets for a show at Kursaal Congress Centre and Auditorium, a theatre with a story to tell in San Sebastián. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its lively bars.
Activities
Donostia - San Sebastián City Tour Bus, Hop On - Hop Off
The Basque Country Full-Day Tour
Zarautz, Getaria and Zumaia from San Sebastian
San Sebastian walking tour with pintxo and drink option
Tour to the French Basque Country Biarritz Bayonne and San Juan de Luz
Our pick of the best Amara Hotel Deals
Zinema7
This first class hotel was in a great location. It had friendly staff and excellent safe care parking. The breakfast were great as well.
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
The Social Hub San Sebastián
It was a fantastic stay! It was a bit outside of the city centre but it was super convenient to take the bus or walk there. It’s about a half hour walk, which was idilic and beautiful. The rooftop was closed which kinda sucked but everything else was great. Having free in house laundry and dryer ...
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
Hotel Zenit San Sebastián
Overall this is a top notch hotel - we stayed in a suite so perhaps slightly higher expectations, but these were exceeded for sure.
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Casual de las Olas San Sebastian Hotel
Eurostars Amara
NH Collection San Sebastián Aránzazu
Check-in was not good… my sons arrived at the hotel and for some reason they forgot their passport, but they had other Id documents with them and photo of their passport. The gentleman that was making the check-in was very nice with them and really help with the situation… but there was a lady there, ...
Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Amara
Loiola
While Loiola isn't home to many top sights, Reale Arena and Cathedral of the Good Shepherd are some notable places to visit nearby.
Aiete
If you're spending some time in Aiete, Concha Promenade and Parque Aiete are top sights worth seeing.
Egia
Bars, river views and historical sites highlight some of the notable features of Egia. Make a stop by Tabakalera Donostia while you're exploring.
San Sebastián Centro
San Sebastián Centro is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights area like Concha Beach and Cathedral of the Good Shepherd.
Miramon
If you're spending some time in Miramon, San Sebastian Technology Park and Eureka! Science Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Gros
Gros is known for its beaches, and you can plan a trip to Kursaal Congress Centre and Auditorium and Bay of Biscay while you're in town.
