San Sebastian 2018/2019 Guide

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TABAKALERA An ambitious project that was launched in 2015, which converted an old tobacco factory into an International Centre for Contemporary Culture and now contains the headquarters of various iconic cultural institutions with an open, varied and multidisciplinary programme. Entry to the building, its exhibitions and certain activities from the cultural programme is generally free. The Tabakalera is an iconic place in the city which is worth a visit, even if it’s only to go up to the splendid terrace on the fifth floor to enjoy the views of San Sebastian. –– Duque de Mandas, 32 · (3F) T. 943 01 13 11 www.tabakalera.eu

WHATTODO CULTURE

1,2 km

AQUARIUM

CRISTOBAL BALENCIAGAMUSEUM

The Palacio del Mar (Sea Palace) or Aquarium is one of the most modern in Europe. The building, the work of the architect Juan Carlos Guerra, stands on a rock and has just undergone extensive renovations to give it more of an educational focus. It has an oceanarium that is crossed by a 360º acrylic tunnel, where the visitors feel like they are a part of the marine life as they watch sharks and rays pass over them. Over 200 marine species live in the numerous tanks that the museum has, including a touch pool where you can touch some of the live specimens.

HISTORY HOUSE

Two bull sharks, TXURI and CONCHITA, are the stars of the oceanarium and one of the main reasons why the Aquarium is the city’s most popular attraction. You can dive in and swim with them. If you dare, of course. The skeleton of the last whale hunted by Basque “arrantzaleak” (fishermen) in 1901 is one of the treasures found inside the San Sebastian Aquarium.

History House, located in La Mota Castle high up on Mount Urgull, is the place where San Sebastian exhibits its history. On a tour through audiovisual content, models, objects and historic scenes, the more than 800 years of a young and lively city are recounted. –– Castillo de la Mota - Monte Urgull (1D) T. 943 48 15 47 www.santelmomuseoa.eus

–– Aldamar Parkea, 6. GETARIA T. 943 00 88 40 www.cristobalbalenciagamuseoa.com

The Cristóbal Balenciaga Museum exudes the elegance and creative imagination that characterised the designs of the most sophisticated haute couture fashion designers of the 20 th century. Set in a stunningly beautiful location, on a hill overlooking the sea, the museum combines the local architecture of the 19 th century summer residences with a large, modern building that blends into the landscape. The museum’s own extensive collection is displayed together with temporary exhibitions that cover various aspects of 20 th century clothing.

Bus UK9 - UK10 - UK11

1,4 km

–– Plaza Carlos Blasco de Imaz, 1 · (2D) T. 943 44 00 99 www.aquariumss.com

900 m