Old Town Gourmet Walking Tour

Sightseeing  :  Spain  :  Basque Country  :  San Sebastián  :  Food Tours

Explore San Sebastian's Old Town with the sharp eyes and expert taste of a gastronome in this small-group guided walk through a food & wine-lover's paradise. Visit the daily fish and farmers' markets, taste incredible cheeses at a specialty shop, and let your guide assist you in choosing some great products to pack away in your suitcase and take home.San Sebastian is a food-lover's paradise, with fresh markets, bakeries, wine shops, and specialty stores seemingly on every corner. On this tour, you will take a leisurely stroll through the Old Town and learn about the culinary culture and regional products, as explained by an experienced and bilingual guide. The tour starts on the edge of San Sebastian's Old Town and you'll spend a couple of hours tasting local specialties and purusing some of the best shops in this European Cultural Capital city. 

You can taste some incredible cheeses at a new shop owned by a shepherd-cheesemaker, sample different olive oils at a market stand, and try a melt-in-your-mouth piece of hand-sliced cured jamón ibérico. Your guide will explain unique aspects of Basque cuisine, differences in coastal and mountain dishes, and how the tradition of the famed bite-sized pintxos came to be. This tour is also an excellent opportunity to purchase some special items to take back home, savoring your memory of San Sebastian.