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Nightlife · Basque Country, San Sebastian

Gros and Zurriola bar route

  • CoverNo cover
  • VibeYounger, surf-town, relaxed
  • PricePintxos and small drinks about EUR 2-4 (USD 2.30-4.60)
  • MusicBackground music, football on screens on match days

Gros is described as the younger, more relaxed bar district. Mala Gissona Beer House (Calle Zabaleta 53), La Gintoneria Donostiarra (Calle Zabaleta 5), Picachilla Taberna Nautikoa (Calle Pena y Goni 1, opposite the Kursaal) and the Basqueland Izakaia taproom on Calle Pena y Goni are the stops named in guides. The city tourism office states that bars here close at about 03:00.

Beer and cocktail bars between Zabaleta street and the Kursaal.

Gros is described as the younger, more relaxed bar district. Mala Gissona Beer House (Calle Zabaleta 53), La Gintoneria Donostiarra (Calle Zabaleta 5), Picachilla Taberna Nautikoa (Calle Pena y Goni 1, opposite the Kursaal) and the Basqueland Izakaia taproom on Calle Pena y Goni are the stops named in guides. The city tourism office states that bars here close at about 03:00.

Practical information for Gros and Zurriola bar route · Last updated September 2026
Price Pintxos and small drinks about EUR 2-4 (USD 2.30-4.60)
Cover No cover
Hours Bars typically open evenings to 02:00-03:00; confirm each bar
Address Calle Zabaleta, 20002 Donostia-San Sebastian, Spain (start point)

Good to know

Signature
Craft beer, gin and pintxo bars on the Gros side of the Urumea

Location

Calle Zabaleta, 20002 Donostia-San Sebastian, Spain (start point)

43.3240, -1.9760 View on map

Highlights

  • Craft beer taps
  • Zurriola beach beside the route
  • Real Sociedad match-day bars

Tips for visiting

  • Start at the Kursaal end and walk along Zabaleta.
  • Check match-day schedules for Real Sociedad crowds.

When to visit

Friday and Saturday evenings.

Accessibility

Accessibility is not confirmed in published sources; visitors with mobility needs should check with the venue before travelling.

Frequently asked questions

Is Gros safe at night?

Yes; it is a busy residential and bar district. Normal petty-theft precautions apply.