San Sebastian 2018/2019 Guide

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A day at the races. The San Sebastian Racecourse , located in Lasarte, has brought together thousands of racing fans every summer for over 40 years. Thoroughbreds, jockeys, trainers and gamblers come here over twelve Sundays, during which unmissable horse racing events are held. The Gold Cup International Grand Prix, which is held every 15 th of August, is the jewel in the crown and a perfect excuse to spend the day doing something different, at the races.

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The kids need to be entertained and you want to make the most of your stay. We suggest interesting and fun plans for both you and them. All go out to play! HAVING FUN IS CHILD’S PLAY

# RACECOURSE Pº de Arrapide, 11. ZUBIETA T. 943 37 31 80 www.hipodromoa.com

EUSKOTREN (TOPO) From Plaza Easo

days are longer, you can see it from La Conch a, in the west from the Nuevo Promenade and on La Zurriola , a magnifi- cent sunset reflected in the water, glimmering in the waves and with its fantastic spectrum of evening colours. From the top of Mount Urgull , where there are no obstacles, the view is breath-taking. But perhaps it’s from Sagües where the sunset is most spectacular, with the entire city standing between the fading daylight and the parapet on which you sit. If you feel like doing it in style you can also hire a sailing boat and watch it from the sea. It doesn’t get any more romantic than that.

The sun never sets in the same place in San Sebastian. For example, in Ondarreta it always sets behind Mount Igeldo. But in the summer, when the

The emperor’s clothes. Cristóbal Balenciaga is considered to be one of the most influential fashion designers of the 20 th century. His creative genius and boldness made him the international king of “haute couture “ until he retired. In the incredible museum recently built in Getaria, in a uniquely elegant, laid back and sophisticated atmosphere, you can discover an exceptional collection with the best outfits from his career.

# CRISTOBAL BALENCIAGAMUSEOA Aldamar Parkea, 6. GETARIA T. 943 00 88 40 www.cristobalbalenciagamuseoa.com Bus UK9 - UK10 - Uk 11