Donostia: Pintxos en el puerto de Donostia
Gipuzkoa, San Sebastian
Activity
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El puerto de Donostia tiene mil secretos y cosas interesantes, por ello, os invitamos a descubrir, saborear y degustar nuestro puerto de una manera diferente.
Inshore Fishing Boat Visit with Pintxos Tasting in San Sebastian
Explore Donostia’s harbor aboard the Isturiz I fishing boat, ideal for visitors interested in maritime culture and local cuisine.
Highlights
- Board the Isturiz I fishing vessel
- Taste 3 pintxos and 1 drink
- Learn about San Sebastian’s cruise port history and fishing techniques
Description
Discover the unique aspects of Donostia’s harbor with a guided tour led by the Euskal Itsas Museoa team. You will board the Isturiz I, an inshore fishing boat operated by the Kofradia Virgen del Carmen de Donostia. Captain Borja Isturiz presents the fishing gear and modern technology used daily in his profession.
The tour concludes at Kofradia-Itsas Etxea where you will sample seasonal dishes made from fresh inshore fish.
The visit is free for children under 6 years old.
Time: 10:00 AM (Duration: 2 hours)
Meeting Point: Kofradia Itsas-Etxea (boat area)
Includes
- Euskal Itsas Museoa guide
- Visit to the Isturiz I boat (docked)
- 3 pintxos
- 1 drink
Important Information
- Visit available only in Basque and Spanish
- The boat remains docked; no sailing involved
- Cancellation refunds:
- 100% refund if cancelled at least 15 days in advance
- 50% refund if cancelled between 7 and 15 days in advance
- No refund if cancelled less than 7 days in advance
- Transfer of booking to another person possible with at least 24 hours’ notice
Easy Cancellation
You can cancel up to 24 hours before the tour for a full refund.
Frequently Asked Questions
The experience includes a guided visit aboard the Isturiz I fishing boat, tasting of three pintxos and one drink, and learning about San Sebastian's port and maritime culture.
The boat visit takes place at San Sebastian's port aboard the Isturiz I, a professional coastal fishing boat.
The visit is guided by the mediation team from the Euskal Itsas Museoa, with skipper Borja Isturiz explaining fishing techniques.
Duration varies, so check the website for current tour length and availability in San Sebastian.
No prior boating or fishing experience is needed to enjoy the boat visit and pintxos tasting.
Please check with the tour provider in advance to confirm if dietary restrictions can be accommodated during pintxos tasting.
Tours run seasonally; check the website for current schedules to choose the best time for your visit to San Sebastian.
Advance booking is recommended to secure a spot on the boat visit and pintxos tasting in San Sebastian.
This experience is generally suitable for children, but check with the provider for age restrictions or special arrangements.
The departure is at San Sebastian's main port area; local transport and walking options are available to reach the boat.
