San Sebastian is a very popular summer destination in Spain, the city's population swelling during the summer months. And when it comes to shopping, the city meets the demands of the thousands of tourists who visit each year. Popular items for sale in San Sebastian, in both pubic markets and shops, are Basque handicrafts including clothing, religious items, baskets, leather goods, traditional wooden sculptures, and musical instruments. The Basque markets also sell traditional foods such as hand made cheeses and cider. One such store selling Basque items in the city is Saski Naski, on Boulevard 24.
There are also several more modern shopping options in the area including clothing boutiques, marine specialties, shoe stores, and art galleries. San Sebastian is even home to a few larger shopping centers.
Several shops in the "Old City" that have been in business for many years, attracting tourists for their shopping as well as for their authentic atmosphere.
For a listing of shops of all kinds in San Sebastian visit the Convention Bureau's shopping pages.
