San Sebastian, Basque Country, Spain

Playa de la Concha

Playa de la Concha, situated in San Sebastian within the Basque Country in northern Spain, is a well-frequented beach.

With a two-fold makeup consisting of both sand and concrete, this beach is ideal for families with children as it features a gradual incline into the ocean and fine sand.

It is also accommodating to individuals with special needs, with lifeguard services available for added safety.

The beach is named after its shell-shaped formation ("la concha").

Discover places to stay near Playa de la Concha and enjoy the unique shell-shaped charm of this beloved urban beach.

As an urban beach, Playa de la Concha offers an array of beach bars and restaurants equipped with Wi-Fi, as well as rental loungers, showers, toilets, and a parking lot.

What to do at Playa de la Concha?

Amenities

Playa de la Concha amenities include parking, toilet, Wi-Fi, shower and loungers.

Bars

Best bars near Playa de la Concha include El Perlón, Dabadaba Beach, ¡BE! Club, Burunda, Minuto Y Medio, Juan sebastian bar, Spot bar, The Hole Pub and Molly Malone Bar.

Restaurants

Best restaurants near Playa de la Concha include La Brasserie Mari Galant, The New Sansse Donosti, La Taberna De Blas, Anastasio, Bernardo Etxea Jatetxea, Narru Restaurant, LABe Restaurant, Kokotxa Jatetxea and Yellow Deli San Sebastian.

Visitor Reviews

Visitor reviews highlight that La Concha is a favorite beach due to its clean white sand, clear warm water, and numerous facilities including showers, restaurants, and lifeguards. Visitors also appreciate the lack of pushy vendors. However, some visitors note that the beach can be crowded. Additionally, while the water is clean, it can be quite cold.

Where to Stay near Playa de la Concha?

Visitors to Playa de la Concha in San Sebastian often stay in the city center, which is just a short walk from the beach, allowing easy access to both the coastline and the vibrant urban attractions. Many also choose accommodations in the charming Old Town (Parte Vieja), known for its lively tapas bars and cultural sites, making it a perfect blend of beach relaxation and city exploration.

The following map shows available accommodations and their prices. See the full list of accommodation options here.

Where is Playa de la Concha?

Latitude: 43.3160357 / Longitude: -1.9877504

Playa de la Concha is located in San Sebastian. The following map of Playa de la Concha shows the exact location.


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Playa de la Concha: Weather Today

📅 Friday, April 24, 2026
Today is a rather mediocre day for a visit to the beach, as the sky remains dominated by a thick layer of clouds. While the air temperature reaches a pleasant 22.9 °C, the lack of direct sunshine makes it feel cooler than the thermometer suggests. The breeze is quite noticeable, occasionally picking up enough to make sitting on the sand less comfortable than usual. With the water temperature sitting at 16.7 °C, the sea is far too cold for swimming, so it is best to stick to a stroll along the shore instead. If you do head out, be aware that the UV index is 6.6, so protection against the sun is still necessary despite the heavy cloud cover. Overall, it is a day better suited for a walk than a full beach session.
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Air

Low / High16.4°C/22.9°C
Feels Like (High)22.4°C
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Sea

Sea Temperature16.7 °C
Wave Height0.5 m
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Rain

Rain Chance10%
Rainfall0 mm
Rain Duration0 h
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Sun

Sunrise / Sunset07:11/21:01
Sunshine Hours10.0 hrs
UV Index6.6
Cloud Cover96%
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Wind

Speed17.1 km/h
Gusts33.5 km/h
DirectionW

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