If you visit San Sebastian, you can still see the impressive remnants and traces of its past history, but if you compared the city in this recent period it changes a lot after forty years. Recently, San Sebastian is one of the busy yet down to earth city ideal for genuine people. Despite what they said that the city is not included as a summer vacation hot spot in Europe however, it does not mean that it loses its charm, attractions and activities.

Though San Sebastian is never been appointed as one of the hot spots in Europe however, it has been appointed as one of the rushing vacation destinations in Northern Spain. The old city still has its charming old city center. The beach remains calm yet pristine and the people stay approachable and friendly. If looking for tranquility and peace, you must head to this place. Because though it is a busy city compared from its past history however, it is not as busy and hassle when being compared to the other cities of Spain. You can always find a place to unwind and relax here.

The city is not really that big, there is no need for you to rent a car here to explore its attractions because almost all of it is just a walking distance from the main city. Though San Sebastian is appointed as a running vacation destination in Spain, there are still things that you need to consider when you were here. You have to know the precautions that you have to remember because there are some pickpockets and there are some areas of the city that is not ideal for tourists because it is too dangerous for them.

But the best thing that you have to remember before you visit San Sebastian is to place for it in advance. So that everything would be perfect and full of fun.

Take your travel destination to the amazing place in San Sebastian and leaves your heart to its stunning beauty. Once you take your travel destination to San Sebastian, consider to take a visit in the small villages and townships that surrounds the city which offers a major cultural and tourist interest. At this present, San Sebastian was being known as a world modern image for it adapted tourism demands. The San Sebastian city hosts massive events like for example the famous International Film Festival in San Sebastian and proud of their new Kursaal House of Parliament infrastructure developments.

San Sebastian Places of Interest

• La Concha Beach – is one of the most internationally famous images in San Sebastian. Take a tour in La Concha for you can strike your eyes on the one of the prettiest place. A right place to start your stroll is on the quay which you then between the City Hall and Royal Nautical Club. In continuing your promenade to the Wind Comb (Piene Delos Vientos) statue, it offers an equally and very distinct sight of the Concha Bay.

• Ayuntamiento de San Sebastian- This is the recent city hall of San Sebastian that was built in 1882 and formerly a casino. This was a superb design by European summer resorts and casinos. The setting of the building makes it very outstanding for it is located nearby to La Concha Bay. Outside of this building is a large terrace that offers an exceptional sight of the beauty of the gardens. The building interior was being organized that is suitable for any activities such as lecture halls, dining rooms and ballrooms but an earliest decorative feature was being preserved.

• Palacio de Miramar- it is a lovely gardens in an overlooking bay. It was previously known as a Royal Miramar Country House and was being built upon the aged site of monastery of San Sebastian by Queen Maria Cristina. The palace style is came from the design of English country houses but added a neogothic features.

The San Sebastian impressed travelers or visitors through of its sandy beaches, great buildings and mostly the local’s friendly nature. Sebastian is also an ideal place for your travel destination in exploring the part of Spain with its soaring cities and mountains and magnificent coastline.

San Sebastian is on the northern part of Spain. Look up the places near France and you will locate San Sebastian. The place is most famous for its beautiful beaches though the architecture, and other tourist destination is also worthy of notice.

Weather

San Sebastian Weather from spring, summer, autumn to winter is a blessing to behold. During winter, you will need additional clothing, yet temperatures will remain at an average of 10 degrees Celsius and what is most appreciated is it does not snow in this part of Spain. Autumn weather has an occasional rain shower with many mixtures of sunny weather with an average temperature of 20 degrees Celsius; it starts from September to November with colder nights. Summer is best for San Sebastian Travel with temperatures at an average of 35 degrees which made the swimming o the beaches very popular. This season is from February and April. On spring season rain is more frequent in this part of Spain. It is best to hunt for museums at this time.

Transportation

Transportation in this city is not a problem. The air transport is very much connected to other parts of the Europe. The San Sebastian airport is a 19 kilometer distance from Barcelona or Madrid. While the Biarrtz airport is 50 kilometer away which also connects to Frankfurt, London Stanstead, Brussels, Paris and Madrid; though you can also arrive in the place on train transportation. In touring the city you can either choose to take a taxi or bus. It is practical to take a taxi when you got heavy luggage from the airport or train station. Buses are used to travel around the city because a taxi is much more expensive.

San Sebastian Travel can be made more cheerful, fun and meaningful when you got a handful tips and tourist destination at hand. And as you arrive and got settled in; hosts in a hostels or villas are much happier to provide you with information.

San Sebastian is a blessed city of Spain, because of its countless historical attractions and yearly activities. The city aside from its astounding beauty of beaches, landscapes and mountains is also blessed of having great museums that houses all the historical event of the city. If you want to know more about the history of the city, why it became booming as it is right now. The best place to visit is their museums. San Sebastian museums can answer from your questions regarding its histories. There are best featured museums in San Sebastian that you should not miss to visit. These museums boast off collections of artifacts since its past history.

Sociedad Fotografica. This museum of San Sebastian houses some astounding collections of photography and videos; known as the home of the Guipúzcoan Photographic Society and also as their headquarters. If there is an occasion this museum offers workshops for photo aficionado.

Museu Naval. If you want to know more about the history of San Sebastian’s sea trading economy. This 18th century building appointed now as a museum is a good place to stop and reminisce. This museum specializes about the maritime history of the city. San Sebastian is very dependant in the sea as one of their ways of living since the past hundred years. Museu Naval housed chronicle artifacts such like anchors, navigation instruments, and a 3-D model ship.

Museu San Telmo. Despite being a local museum, this art collector is a must see. Museu San Telmo is located in the old monastery since 1500’s. It houses some collections of superb sculptures, frescoes and paintings which are the masterpieces of the famous artists like El Greco and Rubens.

Museu Diocesano de San Sebastian. Known as a religious city, when you travel to San Sebastian because you want to know more about their religious history you better drop here at Museu Diocesano de San Sebastian. All of the collections that are housed here is composed of religious artworks which been said being purchased by the diocese of San Sebastian. The sculpture and paintings being displayed here ranges from the 18th to the 19th century.

Museu Chillida Leku. This newly opened museum was just launched its opening in 2000. Museu Chillida Leku is famous for its open space monuments the Lugar de Encuentros which was hanged from the bridge of Madrid.

Who would not be amazed in this wonderful city of Spain which is San Sebastian? Who will never be tempted with the inviting sceneries and lively festivals that it has? In fact, I get persuaded with this lovely city of Spain and I’m planning to spend my summer vacation here. I want to know better the historical background of this city. Why it became one of the famous summer destinations not only in Spain itself but all over the world. Plus I want to savor San Sebastian’s paradise like place; I want to swim in their pristine beaches. I would surely love taking pictures in their cultural activities. It would be an awesome summer vacation I’ll ever have.

I planned to watch on their famous festivals which are the Carnival, Semana Grande, and the Caldereros Festival and the most awaited San Sebastian Day. Perhaps I’ll be traveling to San Sebastian in the month of January since accordingly the said festival is celebrated every 20th of January. But as my friend told me, I should already get a ticket before flocking in San Sebastian because the ticket in going there especially during their peak seasons is expectedly expensive. To have a cheap travel in San Sebastian it is advice for everybody not only for me to book in advance.

San Sebastian’s travel tourism is spectacular. No wonder most of the tourists who had been here were in-love with the place. And I’m sure I too will be in-love and you will for sure also, I can’t wait to be with the city soon. The famous beach of San Sebastian, the Playa de la Concha would be in my lists of itineraries for sure. This would be my perfect summer beach vacation which is ideal also for you. For your meaningful San Sebastian travel never forget also to book in advance your accommodation. The city has various cheap hotels offered. There are also luxurious hotels if you want, depending on your budget. Maybe you want to join me next year in San Sebastian why not? I mean the city is fabulous and you will surely enjoy and will never regret your stay here even for awhile.