Museums
ALBAOLA
At the Sea Factory of the Basques Albaola we are building a replica of a 16th-century whaleship. This gallion is the only ship awarded with the patronage of the UNESCO in the world. Albaola is a shipyard-turned-into-a-museum, in which you can enjoy three spaces: an exhibition helping us understand the history of Basque whalers, the workshop where you can see live the traditional work of boatbuilders and the ongoing construction of the 28-meter-long San Juan whaleship. To make this experience even more unforgettable, visitors can reach Albaola by boat!
AQUARIUM DONOSTIA-SAN SEBASTIÁN
Opened in 1908, the Aquarium is located in the port of San Sebastián. Through its three floors, the visitor can observe more than 5,000 fishes, a great oceanarium with a tunnel of 360 º and a museum with the emblematic skeleton of the whale.
CRISTOBAL BALENCIAGA MUSEOA
Designer and couturier Cristóbal Balenciaga, considered one of the most important creators of houte couture, was born in 1895 in the fishing village of Getaria, 29 km from San Sebastian. This is home to the museum that pays tribute to his life, career and style.
MUSEO CHILLIDA LEKU
Chillida Leku is home to the most comprehensive body of works by Eduardo Chillida, including his archive.
MUSEO SAN TELMO
Located in the heart of the historical center of San Sebastian, the San Telmo Museum,
a 16th century Dominican convent with a contemporary architectural extension, is the place to find out about how Basque people’s live, history and culture.