San Sebastián / 10 photo spots
10 Instagram spots around San Sebastián
San Sebastián brings together bay promenades, old town squares and contemporary buildings. Check coastal conditions before setting out, and stay away from the waterfront during storms. For organised photo productions in public spaces, check any required permissions with the San Sebastian-Gipuzkoa Film Commission in advance.
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La Concha promenade
The white railing follows the curve of La Concha bay. From the promenade, use a section of railing to lead the eye towards the water and Santa Clara island. Stay away from the coast during storms.
Search Google MapsMiramar Palace gardens
The gardens of Miramar Palace overlook the bay between La Concha and Ondarreta. From an open garden path, frame the bay through the trees. Check the seasonal park hours before you go.
Search Google MapsOndarreta gardens
The gardens border Ondarreta beach, below Miramar Palace. Compose the bay from a garden path with flowers or trees in the foreground. Avoid the shore during storms.
Search Google MapsPeine del Viento
Eduardo Chillida’s steel sculptures sit among rocks at the end of Ondarreta. From the upper part of the plaza, frame a sculpture with the sea. Visit only in calm conditions when the route is open, and stay away during storms.
Search Google MapsPlaza de la Constitución
Numbered balconies line the Plaza de la Constitución in the old town. From the square, crop in on a few balconies above the arcades.
Search Google MapsSan Telmo Museum
San Telmo Museum stands on Plaza Zuloaga in the old town. From the public square, frame the historic building alongside its modern extension.
Search Google MapsMaría Cristina bridge
The María Cristina bridge crosses the Urumea and has obelisks at its ends. From a bridge pavement, compose one obelisk with the river beyond it.
Search Google MapsKursaal
The Kursaal’s angular buildings stand where the Urumea meets the sea. From the pavement on Zurriola bridge, frame the exterior together with one of the bridge lamps. Avoid the exposed waterfront during storms.
Search Google MapsZurriola promenade
The Zurriola promenade runs along the beach towards Sagüés. From the open path, use the sweep of sand as a foreground. Stay away from the waterfront during storms.
Search Google MapsCristina Enea park
Cristina Enea has tree-lined paths and a pond. From a path, frame the water with the surrounding greenery and give wildlife space. Check park hours and respect any barriers around restoration work.
Search Google MapsSources for these photo spots
- San Sebastián Turismo, La Concha bay
- San Sebastián Turismo, Miramar Palace and gardens
- San Sebastián Turismo, Ondarreta beach and gardens
- San Sebastián Turismo, Peine del Viento
- Basque Government, severe weather safety advice
- San Sebastián Turismo, old town
- San Sebastián Turismo, guide to parks and gardens
- San Sebastián Turismo, the Urumea and its bridges
- San Sebastián Turismo, art and nature route
- San Sebastián Turismo, Zurriola beach
- San Sebastián Turismo, Cristina Enea
- City of San Sebastián, Miramar park
- City of San Sebastián, Cristina Enea park
- City of San Sebastián, Cristina Enea lawn works
- San Sebastian-Gipuzkoa Film Commission, personalised services
- San Sebastian-Gipuzkoa Film Commission, filming permit guide
- San Sebastian-Gipuzkoa Film Commission, filming permit application