Tolosa Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A riverside cityscape with historic buildings and a bridge.
A riverside with colorful buildings, a stone bridge, and a hill with greenery in the background.
A river with a bridge and colorful buildings along the riverbank.
A rural road with hay bales, stone walls, and trees.
A town nestled in a valley surrounded by hills and forests.

Sample the authentic flavour of the Basque Country in the former capital of Guipuzcoa and make your holidays in Tolosa an unforgettable experience.

On the banks of the River Oria, against a mountain backdrop, stands the town of Tolosa, packed full of attractions and an essential culinary stop, try the beans the city is so famous for. Now is your chance: get the best deals for cheap trips to Tolosa and discover one of the most vibrant towns in northern Spain.

This municipality in the Guipuzcoa province was once capital of the province and its origins date back to the mid-13th century, giving it a rich heritage of monuments. The best way of delving into Tolosa’s cultural wealth is to wander through the city’s historic quarter. Head over to the parish church of Santa María, in Basque Gothic style, visit Palacio Aranburu, a former palace converted into an art gallery, and check out the Puppetry Museum. Other emblematic spots in Tolosa include the archaeology park, the old mill, the city hall or Puerta de Castilla gate. Round off your visit with a great rib eye steak and the typical beans grown in the River Oria valley to add the final touch to the perfect getaway.

If you love being surrounded by nature, there’s nothing like exploring the Aralar natural park. Similarly, foodies should head over to Idiazábal, a village famous for its delicious cheese, and visit Ordizia to discover the marvels of its farmers’ market.

The best way of discover Tolosa’s cultural offering is by getting one of our package deals to Tolosa, adapted to even the most demanding traveller. There are numerous options to reach the city, as Tolosa has good connections by road, train or plane. The city is only 15 miles from San Sebastian and just short of 62 miles from Bilbao.

If you’re looking for a cultural getaway where you’ll eat and drink to your heart’s content, then check out our holiday deals to Tolosa and treat yourself.

The Social Hub San Sebastián

The Social Hub San Sebastián

3 out of 5
Otamendi Anaiak Kalea San Sebastián Gipuzkoa
The price is NZ$260 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
NZ$260
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Sebastián. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Concha Beach and Concha Promenade ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (484 reviews)
"Housekeeping was poor. Arrived on the Monday used the coffee and cups these were still in the room dirty until we checked out. Coffee was only refilled once. Safe not working asked staff to send someone to fix it. Had to re ask the next day"

Reviewed on 7 Aug 2026

The Social Hub San Sebastián
NH Collection San Sebastián Aránzazu

NH Collection San Sebastián Aránzazu

4 out of 5
Vitoria-Gasteiz 1 San Sebastián Gipuzkoa
The price is NZ$487 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
NZ$487
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this boutique hotel in San Sebastián. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
NH Collection San Sebastián Aránzazu
Hotel Maria Cristina, a Luxury Collection Hotel

Hotel Maria Cristina, a Luxury Collection Hotel

5 out of 5
Paseo Republica Argentina, 4 San Sebastián Gipuzkoa
The price is NZ$1,845 per night from 8 Sept to 9 Sept
NZ$1,845
8 Sept - 9 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in San Sebastián. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), 24-hour room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
Hotel Maria Cristina, a Luxury Collection Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Zerkausi - baskeyrentals

Zerkausi - baskeyrentals

Tolosa
Stay at this apartment in Tolosa. Enjoy laundry facilities, balconies and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Leidor Aretoa and Mercado del Tinglado ...
Zerkausi - baskeyrentals
Numad Studios

Numad Studios

3 out of 5
Paseo de Miramón, 162 San Sebastián Gipuzkoa
Stay at this aparthotel in San Sebastián. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour fitness centre and dry cleaning or laundry services. Popular attractions Concha Promenade ...
Numad Studios
Livensa Living Studios San Sebastián

Livensa Living Studios San Sebastián

3 out of 5
Portuetxe Kalea 35 San Sebastián Gipuzkoa
Stay at this apartment in San Sebastián. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Concha Promenade and Concha Beach are ...
8/10 Very good! (18 reviews)
"It's a basic place to stay but like - none of the vending machines work in the hotel so you can't buy anything - the car park door is fully open all the time - insecure - didn't used to be like this - there is not even a cloth in the room to clean the kitchen with. Felt super lame."

Reviewed on 1 Aug 2026

Livensa Living Studios San Sebastián
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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