San Telmo Museoa, San Sebastián

Name: San Telmo Museoa
Address: Plaza Zuloaga, 1, San Sebastián, 20003, Spain
Telephone: +34 943 48 15 80

#22 among attractions in San Sebastián

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San Telmo Museoa is a museum of the Basque society located in Donostia-San Sebastián, addressing 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. ()

Alternative names: Established: 1902 (122 years ago)Visitors per year: ~260 pplCoordinates: 43°19'31"N, 1°59'5"W

Address

Plaza Zuloaga, 1Centro San Sebastián (Parte Vieja)San Sebastián 20003 Spain

Contact

+34 943 48 15 80

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San Telmo Museoa, San Sebastián
1 min walk • San Telmo Museoa is a museum of the Basque society located in Donostia-San Sebastián, addressing old and contemporary Basque culture, arts and history in a European, global context.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is San Telmo Museoa open?

San Telmo Museoa is open:

Monday closed
Tuesday 10 am - 8 pm
Wednesday 10 am - 8 pm
Thursday 10 am - 8 pm
Friday 10 am - 8 pm
Saturday 10 am - 8 pm
Sunday 10 am - 8 pm

Which popular attractions are close to San Telmo Museoa?

Nearby attractions include San Telmo Museoa, San Sebastián (1 min walk), Basilica of Saint Mary of the Chorus, San Sebastián (4 min walk), Iglesia de San Vicente, San Sebastián (6 min walk), Urumea, San Sebastián (7 min walk).

How to get to San Telmo Museoa by public transport?

The nearest stations to San Telmo Museoa:

Bus

Boulevard 3 • Lines: 13 (6 min walk)
Boulevard 9 • Lines: 21, 28 (6 min walk)

Train

Gros (16 min walk)
Donostia / San Sebastián (17 min walk)