San Telmo Museum, Donostia-San Sebastian: Photos, Reviews & Location

Museum of Basque ethnography, history, art & photography, plus local & global archeological finds.

At a glance

#18 of 31 Tourist attractions in Donostia-San Sebastian #3 of 6 Museums in Donostia-San Sebastian

LocalGuideWorld score: 4.50

0.5 km from the center of Donostia-San Sebastian

Rating breakdown

5 ★63%
4 ★28%
3 ★7%
2 ★2%
1 ★1%

Plaza Zuloaga, 1, 20003 Donostia-San Sebastian, Gipuzkoa, Spain

santelmomuseoa.eus

+34 943 48 15 80

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Quick facts

What is the rating of San Telmo Museum?: San Telmo Museum is rated 4.5 out of 5 based on 6,580 reviews.
How does San Telmo Museum rank in Donostia-San Sebastian?: San Telmo Museum is #18 of 31 Tourist attractions in Donostia-San Sebastian by LocalGuideWorld score (rating weighted by number of reviews).
Where is San Telmo Museum located?: Plaza Zuloaga, 1, 20003 Donostia-San Sebastian, Gipuzkoa, Spain — 0.5 km from the center of Donostia-San Sebastian.
How can I contact San Telmo Museum?: Phone: +34 943 48 15 80 · Website: santelmomuseoa.eus

Reviews (11)

Lotte 2023 Nov 29

Free on Tuesdays I believe. Essential visit when going to basque country. Interesting exhibitions on both local arts and the history. Also the building itself is beautiful.

Luis Somoza 2023 Nov 07

This museum showcases the history, endurance, tenacity of the ancient, free-spirited Basques.

Rachel Ernst 2023 Nov 01

Was lucky to be there on a Tuesday when it is free but would have happily paid for the experience. Great coverage of a wide range of issues and topics. If things are not in English, they offer a translation board you can bring around or I found it easy to use my translation app. The videos in English were especially well-done and were so informative.

Einar Páll Svavarsson 2023 Sep 24

We had high expectations when we decided to visit this museum in the beautiful city of San Sebastian. The visit was a huge disappointment. The museum has long corridors and a lot of space that is irrelevant to the museum. The people working in the museum were hiding rather than being helpful. And when they were found, they could not answer any question in any language except their own language. There are a few artifacts of interest on display. There is only one language used in the museum, and it is not English. So, this is a museum only for local people. It also needs to be better organized. For anyone visiting the gorgeous city of San Sebastian who does not speak, read, or understand the one language used in this museum, a visit is a total waste of time. It is the worst museum I have ever visited.

Karan Singhal 2023 Sep 22

Nice museum for basque history worth going again esp when raining to go through more of the exhibits

Dharma Initiative 2023 Aug 25

This amazing museum of the Basque society located in Donostia-San Sebastián, addresses old and contemporary Basque culture, arts and history in a European, global context. It moved to its current location in 1932, Zuloaga plaza in the old town, at the foot of the hill Urgull. It occupies a former Dominican monastery complemented by a 21st-century extension.
A must-see for those who love history, art and want to deviate a little from the usual crowded streets of places of the city center...

Gerard Scheitler 2023 Aug 11

Very interesting Museum with plenty of historic information. Great exhibitions. If you're an enthusiastic in history, I recommend using audio and download the mobile apps which are a great help. Also, recommend to spend 3 hrs there.

CJ 2023 Aug 03

Absolutely worth the 6eur entrance fee!
The building has 3 levels to take you on a trip of the city's history, with some temporary exhibits waiting as well.
The whole tour could be comfortably completed in 2hours.

Ronan Byrne 2023 Jul 01

If you're in San Sebastian and curious about Basque history and culture then this museum is a must visit. Beautiful integration of period sandstone public building and rock faced modern extension. Cafe on site, but didn't get to sample, this time...

Graham Rodda 2023 Jun 11

Very interesting and accessible presentation of Basque history and culture. The building itself is remarkable. Staff are friendly and helpful.

Walker Holdeman 2023 May 11

Amazing place to learn about the rich culture and amazing people of the Basque country! From the gorgeous church to the art exhibit 100% worth visiting. Also 26 and under are free!!!!