Free afternoon between matches
Most teams play once or twice a day. Two- to four-hour gaps are normal.
- Family pickKayak or paddle board in La Concha
- EatGandarias
Donosti Cup 2027: things to do for parents and families
5 to 11 July 2027 · ConfirmedSan Sebastián, SpainThe 35th edition in 2027
Teams at Donosti Cup play once or twice a day. Parents and siblings have hours between matches in San Sebastián: this guide covers half-day trips, things for kids, rainy-day backups and a night out for the parents.
Know before you go
- Teams usually sleep in school halls with their coaches. Parents book their own rooms early: hotels near the main fields fill up a year ahead.
- La Concha beach is a short walk from most of the centre: the classic rest-day plan.
Airport to Fields across San Sebastián
San Sebastián airport (EAS) is small; most visitors use Bilbao (BIO, 1 hour 15 minutes by bus) or Biarritz (BIQ, 45 minutes).
Pitches are spread around the city and nearby towns; city buses and the Topo train link them.
Public transport directions to Fields across San Sebastián
Where to stay by budget
| Budget | Where | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Budget | Gros | Surf district across the river, cheaper and lively. |
| Mid-range | Parte Vieja and Centro | The old town with bars on every corner. |
| Splurge | La Concha promenade | Belle Époque hotels facing the bay. |
Three hotels we would book
- Budget: Hotel Codina
- Mid-range: Hotel Arrizul Congress
- Splurge: Hotel Maria Cristina
Day plans for the free hours
Built around the usual tournament week schedule for 5 to 11 July 2027. Session times change: check the official timetable and move the blocks around.
Rest day or knocked out early
The day to take the whole family out of town.
- Full dayRioja wine day trip
Siblings who are not playing
For younger brothers and sisters who are bored of the sidelines.
- Family pickSurf lesson at Zurriola
- FreeWalk La Concha promenade to the Peine del Viento sculptures.
Rainy day
Indoor backups for the whole family.
- Rain or heat backupBasque cooking class
- Rain or heat backupSan Telmo Museum.
Parents night out
When the coaches have the team for the evening.
- EveningPintxos tour in the old town
- EatBar Nestor
Family-friendly picks
- San Sebastián Aquarium.
- Monte Igueldo funicular and old amusement park.
Evening and day-trip tours
After dark
- Old town bars until late.
6 tours worth booking for Donosti Cup
| Tour | Length | Good for |
|---|---|---|
| Rioja wine day trip | Full day | Food lovers |
| Kayak or paddle board in La Concha | Half day | Families |
| Surf lesson at Zurriola | Half day | Families |
| Basque cooking class | Half day | Food lovers, Bad weather |
| French Basque coast day trip | Full day | Everyone |
| Pintxos tour in the old town | Evening | Food lovers, Night owls |
Where to eat
Rainy-day backups
- San Telmo Museum.
- Eureka science museum.
Getting around on event days
- Everything is walkable; Dbus city buses and bikes cover the rest.
- Reale Arena (Anoeta) is a 25-minute walk from the old town.
- Uber, Cabify and Free Now work in Spanish cities. Taxis are metered and reasonable.
- Renfe high-speed AVE and Ouigo/Iryo trains link Madrid, Barcelona, Seville, Málaga, Valencia and Zaragoza. Book early for event weekends.
Day trips from San Sebastián
- Bilbao: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Biarritz: 45 minutes
Bringing a group?
Corporate hospitality, fan clubs, teams and families travelling together: tell us the dates and group size and we will put together tours, transfers and a group dinner for Donosti Cup.
Plan a group tripQuestions people ask
When is Donosti Cup 2027?
The next edition is 5 to 11 July 2027.
How do I get from the airport to Fields across San Sebastián?
San Sebastián airport (EAS) is small; most visitors use Bilbao (BIO, 1 hour 15 minutes by bus) or Biarritz (BIQ, 45 minutes). Pitches are spread around the city and nearby towns; city buses and the Topo train link them.
Where should I stay for Donosti Cup?
For most visitors the best base is Parte Vieja and Centro: The old town with bars on every corner.
What can we do between sessions at Donosti Cup?
Good short outings in San Sebastián include Surf lesson at Zurriola, Basque cooking class, Kayak or paddle board in La Concha. See the day plans on this page for a full schedule.
What is there for kids and families near Donosti Cup?
Family-friendly picks: Surf lesson at Zurriola, Kayak or paddle board in La Concha. San Sebastián Aquarium.
How far is Fields across San Sebastián from San Sebastián centre?
About 2 km in a straight line. Pitches are spread around the city and nearby towns; city buses and the Topo train link them.
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