Northern Spain: Santander, Bilbao, San Sebastián

A 2 bed 2 bath apartment in an excellent location of San Sebastian’s old town. Parking is approx 30€ /day and is a 5 minute walk to the airbnb. the airbnb is on a pedestrian street and is very walkable. wonderful hosts.

Take a guided tour of this palace that sits on the peninsula of Santander, Spain. The tour sells out, so book in advance. The duration is 45 minutes. Explore the peninsula after your tour- I’d say a total of 2h

San Sebastian's amusement park was built in 1912, and has some really eclectic attractions, making this a must see stop for all ages. Take the funicular to the top, and get an amazing view! No reservations, pay per ride

Visit Santander's newest arts center, designed by architect Renzo Piano. This arts, museum, activity, cultural center has exhibitions, performances, activities, and more!

Visit one of Earth's 4 Guggenheim Museums, in Bilbao Spain. This museum is famous for its contemporary architecture, you can not miss this when you are in town.

An exciting adventure at Spain's first national park, Picos De Europa! Hop on the Cable car to be taken up to 1,823 meters in just 4 minutes.

See and learn about San Sebastian on this 30 minute boat tour that stops in Santa Clara Island.

Spend a half day on this tour that takes you to Santona where you'll tour an anchovy factory, learn about the fishing village, enjoy a boating trip, and see the marshes.

See the most western portion of Basque Country from the water!

Enjoy one hour on the water with this tour of Santander. If you get sea sick, come prepared as the water can be pretty choppy when you get to the head of the bay. a beautiful way to see Santander from the water!

If you’re headed to any Spanish speaking country, this playlist will have you feeling the vibes! I love adding to this playlist when I’m in Spain 🇪🇸and discover new music.

Indulge in sweet treats and explore Patxes delightful pastries- croissants, donuts, and more. Some of the most delectable treats I found in Bilbao.

Discover modern Bilbao at Hotel Miró, located opposite the iconic Guggenheim Museum, with easy access to shopping and culture. I loved the daily breakfast, gym, and private spa you can book for yourself! The concierge was always helpful, the location is safe, and I felt great traveling here solo.

Discover the flavors of the Mediterranean coast at Restaurante El Parque de Trueba, where we craft our dishes with high-quality ingredients and extra virgin olive oil, offering a unique dining experience by the second beach of Sardinero.