They say it's the greatest food city in the world. Guess what? They're right.
Ages
4+
Duration
3 hours
Departs
Daily 11:00 am, 5:00 pm
Highlights
Navigate Fermin Calbeton—the most famous pintxos street in the Old Town, while masterimg the art of txikiteo: hopping from bar to bar 🗺️
From foie gras mushrooms at Casa Senra to zurito beer, you’ll see why locals say bigger isn’t always better 😉
Sit on the terrace of Michelin-recommended El Tamboril overlooking the iconic Plaza de la Constitución, savoring croquetas and fish cakes with crisp Txakoli wine.
Experience authentic txotx at Sidrería Beharri—where cider pours straight from the barrel! 🚰
End sweetly at Pastelería Otaegui, San Sebastian’s oldest bakery, tasting the original pantxineta recipe that locals have guarded jealously for over a century.
Tour Description
San Sebastian’s reputation as the best food city in the world is deserved. On this walking food & wine tour, we’ll show you why.
In three hours, you’ll experience true Basque cuisine across two iconic neighborhoods: trendy Gros and the historic Old Town, where pintxos culture was born. Your local guide will introduce you to family-owned bars and Michelin-recommended spots, each serving local food that tells the story of Basque culinary heritage.
From perfectly paired Txakoli wine to the sweet finale of traditional pantxineta, every bite connects you to centuries of tradition. You’ll discover the sagardotegi (cider house) experience, master the art of txikiteo, and understand how locals perfected these flavors long before the world took notice.
Note: most of our stops will be indoors. Yourcomfort is our top priority.
Dietary Information
Vegetarian-friendly tours but vegan, gluten-free, or kosher options may be limited. Please share dietary restrictions upon booking for best accommodation. Note that tastings outside those catered for your needs are at your own risk. The company assumes no responsibility for any food allergies or intolerances. Guests with severe or life-threatening allergies cannot participate in this activity for their safety.
Why Eat with Us?
Expert Local Guides: Fun, knowledgeable, and English-fluent San Sebastián locals.
Milan’s Hidden Gems: Enjoy exclusive access to local favorites where you’re treated like family.
Culinary Diversity: Taste a variety of delicious dishes, and hear the stories behind the food.
Cultural Immersion: See San Sebastián through the eyes of a local.
Established Expertise: Europe’s best food tours, top-rated since 2011.
"I’ve taken many food tours with Eating Europe, and this one might be the best. The quality of the food was incredible. Thank you Iri for showing us some unforgettable restaurants and how to best pour basque cider 😉
" — Lillian W | Facebook
Grilled mushrooms with foie gras, aioli & crusty bread
Queso del País (creamy local cheese and quince paste)
Your choice of pintxo
Jamón croqueta
Fish cake pintxo
Padrón peppers
Pantxineta (puff pastry with cream & toasted almonds)
Zurito (local draft beer)
Red wine, Tinto de Verano or Kalimitxo
Txakoli (dry Basque white wine)
Txuleta (Basque cider)
Water
Please note that the items above are a selection of the delicious foods we often feature. Offerings may vary by day or season, but you're sure to enjoy a delightful array of local flavors!
Meeting Point
De Cataluña Plaza
20002 Donostia-San Sebastian, Gipuzkoa
Your guide will be waiting for you in front of the church, wearing our purple Eating Europe bag!
What people are saying
5.0
★★★★★
We took a tapas and wine tour with Easting Europe and it was wonderful, one of the best food tours in Madrid. Our guide, Sirsa, was super - she was very professional, knowledgeable. and knew the area and the food and the history of Spain. Every stop the food and drink were unique and yet part of the "traditional" food of Spain. The pick of the restaurants was exceptional. In fact, we hope to return to some of the restaurants when we return to Madrid. I would highly recommend this tapas and wine tour.
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Neil
8/17/2025
Learning about food and locals culture around the food! The tour was very interesting and informative not only the food/dining within the city but also the local perspective on the culture surrounding it.
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Ben K
7/29/2025
5 stars - Foodie Tour so worth it! Adolfo was an amazing tour. We had 4 total in our group and he did not disappoint. Learned so much about Madrid and tapas. I personally enjoyed learning about Iberian ham. Wow acorns will never look the same to me.
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Laura K
7/29/2025
Great food! Great drinks! Amazing tour guide! This was a wonderful tour. I'm traveling to Madrid solo and was looking for a nice group activity that could also teach me about local culture. Adolfo was a fantastic host. He's so knowledgeable and friendly. We had a diverse set of tapas that let us experience Madrid like locals.
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Andrew P
7/29/2025
Unbelievable night of magic We took this tour with Adolpho with three generations and children unused to trying new food. Not only did we love everything, not only did we learn an amazing amount about Madrid and some history of Spain, but our three culinarily conservative children ate mushrooms, squid-ink paella, calamari, and all kinds of new food. It was amazing, memorable, and a once in a lifetime experience.
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Jason K
7/27/2025
Had such a fun time eating and exploring Madrid!! Our first full day here was a blast with Caroline! Here from Chicago, Illinois and she had such good recommendations for the best trip of the city!
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Brady Travers
7/24/2025
We had an AMAZING time with Carolyn on our food & walking tour in Madrid. Great tapas, fun drinks and a special dessert along with a little history lesson that made the tour extra fun!! Our guide was WONDERFUL and helpful with local selections!! Highly recommend the tour!!
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Mary Ann Travers
7/13/2025
Eat your way through Madrid! Super delicious and interesting! Carolyn was fab. A great way to experience Madrid. Highly recommend. You will alsoLearn a bit about the city.
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tcsteve
7/08/2025
Lovely way to spend an evening in Madrid We had an amazing tour with Sirsa. So informative and definitely showed us the best spots Madrid has to offer. I would recommended this tour. 10/10.
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Emcdevitt
7/07/2025
Best food tour in Madrid Carolyn did an excellent job blending history of Madrid with different food stops we made. Iberian ham, roasted stuffed mushrooms, calamari sandwich, black vegetable rice and violet ice cream for dessert. Highly recommend Eating Europe as the tour company and Carolyn as the guide.
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diannejewell
7/06/2025
More than Tapas Quick trip to Madrid and this was the perfect tour to eat some local food and have a unique experience. Carolyn was exceptional with information, recommendations and more.
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samantha p
7/06/2025
food and drinks I had a wonderful time with Caroline, good food and company! I would absolutely book again with eating europe and enjoyed the local insight to madrid.
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Claire G
7/04/2025
Why Eat with Us?
#1 food and drink experience in Europe - 14 years. 500,000 Clients. 25,000 Five-Star Reviews!
Every tour is meticulously curated to showcase the very best of San Sebastian's food scene.
Exclusive access to the most legit local spots, from the famous hole in the wall to the trendy new restaurants.
Premium tours with expert guides, outstanding food, and drinks always included
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Our team of San Sebastian Food Tour Guides includes local experts who speak several different languages.
Iri
I'm from Hondarribia, a beautiful coastal town just 20 km from San Sebastián, known for its colorful houses, charming old town, and deep sense of tradition.
My favorite typical dish: Croquetas
Climb Monte Urgull at sunset, the view is stunning and it’s usually quiet. The perfect way to see the city from above
Sam
I was born in Greece, now a proud San Sebastián local after more than 6 years of living here.
My favorite dish is Txuleta, cooked medium rare...no other way!
My tip: Rent a bike and head to Zurriola Beach, perfect for a morning surf session, then grab a coffee. Best way to start the day like a true Donostiarra!
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Due to extremely strict time slots for entry into attractions and for food preparation, both in-person & virtual/online, we recommend you show up 15 minutes before the scheduled starting time of the tour or experience. Our group tours begin & depart precisely at the scheduled tour or experience start time. If you show up late or cannot find the meeting point, for any reason, refund requests are not honored per policy. If you are having a hard time arriving on time we encourage you to contact us as soon as possible so we can do everything in our power to assist you with arriving at the meeting point at the scheduled time or reschedule to the next available tour.
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