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Miramar Royal Palace

The queen María Cristina de Habsburgo ordered the construction of this Palace in the place popularly known as “Pico del Loro”, between the beaches of Ondarreta and the Concha. It has an eclectic style, following models of British architecture: an exposed brick façade, octagonal tower, Tudor arches, etc. The building has three floors, basement, its own park, and several buildings.

Other buildings that belong to this complex are the Casa de los Oficios, Portería, Cuerpo de Guardia and the gardens, by Pierre Ducasse. The palace was the Spanish Royal Family´ s summer residence until the decade of the 30s of the XX Century. Nowadays, it is the headquarters of the Summer Courses of the University of the Basque Country and Eusko Ikaskuntza- Sociedad de estudios vascos. It is popularly known as “La Casa del Príncipe”.

Built: XIX Century (1888- 1892)

Author: Selden Wornum

Style: Avant-garde

Category: Civil

Type: Palace

Best things to do

From 39.00 €
This guided tour is a perfect way to get to know the city of San Sebastián during your stay, even if you are only going to stay for one day. It includes the Old Town with its two main churches and the Ensanche (new town) with emblematic buildings such... [+]

This guided tour is a perfect way to get to know the city of San Sebastián during your stay, even if you are only going to stay for one day. It includes the Old Town with its two main churches and the Ensanche (new town) with emblematic buildings such as the Hotel María Cristina.

This is a complete two-hour route in a small group through the capital of San Sebastian, with the company of a local guide. In addition, you will end up having a drink accompanied by an delicious "pintxo".

From 43.00 €
A perfect tour to get to know San Sebastian from end to end is with this bike route. You will visit the three beaches (Ondarreta, La Concha and Zurriola). You will pass through the Ensanche and its beautiful 19th century buildings. Also you'll pass through... [+]

A perfect tour to get to know San Sebastian from end to end is with this bike route. You will visit the three beaches (Ondarreta, La Concha and Zurriola). You will pass through the Ensanche and its beautiful 19th century buildings. Also you'll pass through the Peine del Viento and on Zurriola beach you will arrive at the iconic sculpture of the Paloma de la Paz.

You will enjoy a pleasant pedaling tour following the local guide. Do not worry about the bicycle, since the company will provides it to you.

 

From 99.00 €
Savor the best of San Sebastián with this pintxos tour. You will go to places in the Old Town, where all the essence of the city is present. Accompanied by a local tour guide, you will taste five of these tasty Basque snacks paired with Spanish wines.... [+]

Savor the best of San Sebastián with this pintxos tour. You will go to places in the Old Town, where all the essence of the city is present. Accompanied by a local tour guide, you will taste five of these tasty Basque snacks paired with Spanish wines. In addition, you will enjoy the exclusivity of going in a very small group of no more than 10 people.

A perfect opportunity to discover San Sebastian with all five senses.

From 95.00 €
If you are going on vacation or a short gateaway to San Sebastián, here is an ideal plan to do with your family or friends. You will get to know charming coastal towns which are very close to the city, such as Hondarribia, San Juan and San Pedro. These... [+]

If you are going on vacation or a short gateaway to San Sebastián, here is an ideal plan to do with your family or friends. You will get to know charming coastal towns which are very close to the city, such as Hondarribia, San Juan and San Pedro. These are fishing villages that still preserve their Basque essence in their streets and houses. You will discover them with a local tour guide. The round trip transportation is included from your hotel.

This tour that designed for you to enjoy for half a day. Do not miss it!

Plan your visit

Address and telephone

  • Paseo de Miraconcha, 48 20008 Donostia - San Sebastián (Guipúzcoa)
  • +34 943 219 022

Opening times

  • Monday to Saturday: From 9:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and from 3:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
  • Sundays and Public Holidays: From 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

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Location

Things to do in Donostia - San Sebastián

From 39.00 €
This guided tour is a perfect way to get to know the city of San Sebastián during your stay, even if you are only going to stay for one day. It includes the Old Town with its two main churches and the Ensanche (new town) with emblematic buildings such... [+]

This guided tour is a perfect way to get to know the city of San Sebastián during your stay, even if you are only going to stay for one day. It includes the Old Town with its two main churches and the Ensanche (new town) with emblematic buildings such as the Hotel María Cristina.

This is a complete two-hour route in a small group through the capital of San Sebastian, with the company of a local guide. In addition, you will end up having a drink accompanied by an delicious "pintxo".

From 43.00 €
A perfect tour to get to know San Sebastian from end to end is with this bike route. You will visit the three beaches (Ondarreta, La Concha and Zurriola). You will pass through the Ensanche and its beautiful 19th century buildings. Also you'll pass through... [+]

A perfect tour to get to know San Sebastian from end to end is with this bike route. You will visit the three beaches (Ondarreta, La Concha and Zurriola). You will pass through the Ensanche and its beautiful 19th century buildings. Also you'll pass through the Peine del Viento and on Zurriola beach you will arrive at the iconic sculpture of the Paloma de la Paz.

You will enjoy a pleasant pedaling tour following the local guide. Do not worry about the bicycle, since the company will provides it to you.

 

From 99.00 €
Savor the best of San Sebastián with this pintxos tour. You will go to places in the Old Town, where all the essence of the city is present. Accompanied by a local tour guide, you will taste five of these tasty Basque snacks paired with Spanish wines.... [+]

Savor the best of San Sebastián with this pintxos tour. You will go to places in the Old Town, where all the essence of the city is present. Accompanied by a local tour guide, you will taste five of these tasty Basque snacks paired with Spanish wines. In addition, you will enjoy the exclusivity of going in a very small group of no more than 10 people.

A perfect opportunity to discover San Sebastian with all five senses.

From 95.00 €
If you are going on vacation or a short gateaway to San Sebastián, here is an ideal plan to do with your family or friends. You will get to know charming coastal towns which are very close to the city, such as Hondarribia, San Juan and San Pedro. These... [+]

If you are going on vacation or a short gateaway to San Sebastián, here is an ideal plan to do with your family or friends. You will get to know charming coastal towns which are very close to the city, such as Hondarribia, San Juan and San Pedro. These are fishing villages that still preserve their Basque essence in their streets and houses. You will discover them with a local tour guide. The round trip transportation is included from your hotel.

This tour that designed for you to enjoy for half a day. Do not miss it!

From 220.00 €
Discover the charming villages of the Basque-French coast from San Sebastian. With a guide, you will visit the fishing town of Saint-Jean-de-Luz, the surfer town of Biarritz and Bayonne, a picturesque town with its center and historic buildings. [+]

Discover the charming villages of the Basque-French coast from San Sebastian. With a guide, you will visit the fishing town of Saint-Jean-de-Luz, the surfer town of Biarritz and Bayonne, a picturesque town with its center and historic buildings.

It will be an exclusive tour for you and your group and you will have transportation from your hotel. Ideal excursion to give you a getaway during your stay in San Sebastian.

From 95.00 €
An excursion that you cannot miss during your stay in San Sebastián is to the coastal towns on the western coast of Guipúzcoa. Visit the charming towns of Zarautz, Getaria and Zumaia on this tour. You will visit the spectacular Itzirun beach, the scene... [+]

An excursion that you cannot miss during your stay in San Sebastián is to the coastal towns on the western coast of Guipúzcoa. Visit the charming towns of Zarautz, Getaria and Zumaia on this tour. You will visit the spectacular Itzirun beach, the scene of “Dragonstone” in “Game of Thrones”.

In addition, you will go in a small group with your family, in a private vehicle and with a tour guide for you.

Attractions in Donostia - San Sebastián

It was built after the First Enlargement of the city, in 1877, in a Neogothic style. It is a rectangular and symmetric building with Latin Cross plan, three naves, a transept and a chancel. Its peculiar structure presents a central tower which is 75 meters...
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