Tolosa

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View of Tolosa, Oria river, town market and Santa Maria Church
View of Tolosa, Oria river, town market and Santa Maria Church
panorama view of the historic city center of Tolosa and the Oria River in the Spanish Basque Country
View of Tolosa, Oria river, town market and Santa Maria Church
Haystacks in the entrance of a mountain farm in Urkizu. Tolosa, Gipuzkoa, Spain

Sample the authentic flavour of the Basque Country in the former capital of Guipuzcoa and make your holidays in Tolosa an unforgettable experience.

On the banks of the River Oria, against a mountain backdrop, stands the town of Tolosa, packed full of attractions and an essential culinary stop, try the beans the city is so famous for. Now is your chance: get the best deals for cheap trips to Tolosa and discover one of the most vibrant towns in northern Spain.

This municipality in the Guipuzcoa province was once capital of the province and its origins date back to the mid-13th century, giving it a rich heritage of monuments. The best way of delving into Tolosa’s cultural wealth is to wander through the city’s historic quarter. Head over to the parish church of Santa María, in Basque Gothic style, visit Palacio Aranburu, a former palace converted into an art gallery, and check out the Puppetry Museum. Other emblematic spots in Tolosa include the archaeology park, the old mill, the city hall or Puerta de Castilla gate. Round off your visit with a great rib eye steak and the typical beans grown in the River Oria valley to add the final touch to the perfect getaway.

If you love being surrounded by nature, there’s nothing like exploring the Aralar natural park. Similarly, foodies should head over to Idiazábal, a village famous for its delicious cheese, and visit Ordizia to discover the marvels of its farmers’ market.

The best way of discover Tolosa’s cultural offering is by getting one of our package deals to Tolosa, adapted to even the most demanding traveller. There are numerous options to reach the city, as Tolosa has good connections by road, train or plane. The city is only 15 miles from San Sebastian and just short of 62 miles from Bilbao.

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4 out of 5
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NH Collection San Sebastián Aránzazu

4 out of 5
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$81 nightly
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Hotel ILUNION San Sebastian

4 out of 5
Avenida Zumalacarregui, 20 San Sebastián Gipuzkoa
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Legazpi Doce Rooms & Suites

3.5 out of 5
Calle Legazpi, 12 San Sebastián
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Numad Studios

3 out of 5
Paseo de Miramón, 162 San Sebastián Gipuzkoa
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Wecamp San Sebastian

2 out of 5
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