Hotels near Aquarium of San Sebastián

At the far end of the old harbour, the Aquarium of San Sebastián combines a maritime museum with a modern aquarium. Its centrepiece is a 360-degree glass tunnel through a large tank where sharks and rays glide overhead, a hit with families and a good rainy-day option.

The upper floors cover the Basque Country's deep relationship with the sea, from whaling and Atlantic fishing to shipbuilding, with a real whale skeleton on display. Its position on the harbour makes it an easy stop before or after climbing Monte Urgull.

Pro Tip: Admission is around 14 EUR for adults and less for children. Time your visit near feeding hours, posted at the entrance, when the tank is at its liveliest.