San Sebastián Audio Tour: Belle Époque Wonders & Coastal Charms of Centro

Above photo: Juanedc, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 2.0. Cropped & resized.

Stone angels hover above glittering rooftops as secret rebel meetings echo through the old streets of San Sebastián—few places hide as many stories beneath elegant facades.

Follow this self-guided audio tour through Centro’s iconic heart and hear what most visitors never discover. Trace the layers behind every majestic building, where history’s whispers meet the city’s vibrant pulse.

Why did desperate citizens storm the City Council in the dead of night? What secrets linger behind the stained glass of the Cathedral of the Good Shepherd? Which world-famous actress once vanished backstage at the Victoria Eugenia Theatre, setting tongues wagging for decades?

Move from square to square with fresh eyes and a racing heart, uncovering scandals and mysteries hidden in the city’s grand arches and shadowed corners. Every turn reveals a new side of San Sebastián.

Plug in and let the stories shake centuries of dust from these stunning streets. The city’s secrets are waiting.

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• Duration: 1 hour 57 minutes
  
• Distance: Around 3.3 km (2.1 miles)
  
• Audio Content: up to 1h 12min
  
• Meeting Point: Start at Beach of La Concha, only a 3 minute walk from Amara-Donostia Train Station
  
• Stops: 14 captivating landmarks including Jazzaldia, Victoria Eugenia Theatre, Cathedral of the Good Shepherd (San Sebastián)
  

Experience the charm of Centro like never before. Dive deep into tales of yesteryears, marvel at architectural wonders, and feel the pulse of the city as you navigate through its vibrant streets.

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• Professionally narrated audio stories bringing Centro's history to life
  
• Interactive map to guide your journey seamlessly
  
• Opportunities to explore and capture the city's most picturesque spots
  
• Flexibility to start, pause, and resume the tour at your convenience
  

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• This is a self-guided audio tour on your phone so no in-person guide.
  
• You'll need a smartphone with Android 7.0+ or iOS 16+ (iPhone 8 or later).
  
• You can start the tour at any time (the event time does not matter).
  
• The tour will be available to you forever so you can explore on any day.
  
• Bring headphones and make sure your phone is charged!
  

Once you book the tour, you'll receive an email within 10 minutes containing your unique redemption code and simple instructions to download our app. Enter the code, and you're all set to explore San Sebastián on your terms.
It doesn't matter which date or time you select, when you redeem the code, the audio tour will be available to you permanently so you can explore on any day.

Whether you're a solo traveler, a couple seeking a romantic escapade, a family on an educational outing, or a group of friends eager for adventure, this tour caters to all. It's perfect for those who value flexibility, rich storytelling, and the freedom to explore without constraints.

AllTours is your ultimate travel companion for immersive audio tours. Discover cities like never before as our app reveals the stories behind the sights. Just plug in your headphones and explore!

With AllTours, you'll experience:

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• Immersive Experiences: Our digital guides bring landmarks to life with captivating stories and historical insights
  
• Offline Access: Download tours and maps for offline use – perfect for travelers concerned about data usage
  
• Interactive Maps: Navigate effortlessly with our user-friendly interface showing the optimal route
  
• Flexibility: Start, pause, and resume tours whenever you want – explore at your own pace
  
• Multilingual Support: Enjoy tours in your preferred language with our extensive language options
  

AllTours transforms ordinary sightseeing into extraordinary adventures. From iconic landmarks to hidden gems, we help you explore like a local while learning fascinating stories along the way.

You will visit the following locations:

• 🏖️  Beach of La Concha (4min)
• 🌉  María Cristina Bridge (4min)
• 🎨  Teatro Bellas Artes (San Sebastián) (2min)
• 📍  San José Children's Asylum in San Sebastian (2min)
• ⛪  Cathedral of the Good Shepherd (San Sebastián) (4min)
• 🎨  San Martín Market (San Sebastian) (3min)
• 🏨  Hotel Continental (San Sebastian) (4min)
• 🌳  Alderdi Eder Park (4min)
• 📚  Central Municipal Library of San Sebastian (4min)
• 📍  San Sebastian City Council (3min)
• 🏰  Provincial Palace of Guipúzcoa (2min)
• 🎭  Victoria Eugenia Theatre (3min)
• 🏨  Hotel María Cristina (4min)
• 📍  Jazzaldia (4min)

Each stop features engaging audio stories that bring the location's history and significance to life.

Learn even more about Centro with these bonus audio stories available in the app:

• 🏛️    Foundation (3min)
• 🏛️    Middle Ages (2min)
• 🏛️    Military Square: XV-XIX centuries (4min)
• 🏛️    Nineteenth century: towards the expansion (2min)
• 🏛️    The Belle Époque of San Sebastian (3min)
• 🏛️    Franco dictatorship (2min)
• 🏛️    Modern Development (3min)
• 🏛️    Provinces (4min)
• 🏛️    Enclaves (2min)
• 🌍    San Sebastian Coastal Landscape (1min)
• 🌍    Relief and local geography (1min)
• 🌍    Beaches (3min)
• 🌟    Demographic Evolution San Sebastian (2min)
• 🎭    Odón Elorza's Mayoral Coalitions (2min)
• 🎭    Political Change In Donostia (2min)

These additional topics provide deeper insights into the city's culture, history, and local life.

Above photo: Juanedc, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 2.0. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: generalpoteito, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 2.5. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: Vidartereyes, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: Arantxa Arzamendi, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0. Cropped & resized.

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