Discover San Sebastián was founded in 2015 by Eskerne Falcón — a San Sebastián native, accredited tourist guide (Basque Government), holder of a Master’s Degree in Gastronomic Tourism (Basque Culinary Center), and affiliate of San Sebastián Tourism. What started as a personal dream to share the real San Sebastián has been recognised by Tripadvisor Travellers’ Choice, Forbes, National Geographic, The Times, and Decanter.
While living in Binghamton, New York, USA she came across different cultures and food from all over the world and discover gastronomy.
In 1999, after returning from USA she started working for a small family hotel and reconnected with visitors and tourists from all over the world.
2008 saw Eskerne playing a key role in the city’s bid to be awarded the honor of San Sebastian becoming the European Capital of Culture for 2016. The bid ultimately proved successful and the city won this honor with it’s Project and the help and impulse of it’s citizens.
In 2017 she finished her studies in the first promotion of the Master in Gastronomic Tourism, given by the prestigious University of Gastronomy of the Basque Country, the Basque Culinary Center. She got her degree with her Project: San Sebastian tourist promotion in Australia.
Discover San Sebastian was born because Eskerne combined her three passions: San Sebastian, people and gastronomy.
- Tripadvisor Travellers’ Choice: #10 Food Experience in the World (2022)
- Tripadvisor: #1 in 7 categories, San Sebastián (2018)
- Tour Company of the Year 2018 — Travel & Hospitality Award
- Culinary Tour Operator of the Year 2019 — Luxury Travel Guide Awards
- Accredited Tourist Guide — Basque Government
- Affiliate of San Sebastián Tourism
- Master’s Degree in Gastronomic Tourism — Basque Culinary Center
Her unrivalled experience in the world of gastronomy and her worldwide culinary expertise makes her the perfect guide to show visitors the unique Basque city of San Sebastian, a city loved by its inhabitants and a location without comparison for food lovers from all over the world.
Every Discover San Sebastián tour is built around three principles: authenticity (we only recommend places we love and trust), intimacy (small groups — typically around 10 people for open tours — so you get a real local experience, not a crowd), and personalisation (every tour is adapted to your preferences, dietary needs, and pace). We treat our guests the way we would treat family visiting San Sebastián for the first time.