Basilica of Saint Mary of the Chorus

Monument Baroque basilica in San Sebastián's old town

Santa María del Coro in San Sebastián’s Old Town offers a Baroque façade and compact interior; it’s a common stop between pintxo bars and the city’s historic streets.

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Basilica of Saint Mary of the Chorus
San Sebastián (Donostia), Basque Country, Spain
43.3240, -1.9867

How to Get to Basilica of Saint Mary of the Chorus #

In San Sebastián’s Old Town (Parte Vieja), a short walk from the Zurriola or La Concha beaches and easily accessible on foot from central city hotels; local buses also serve the area.

Tips for Visiting Basilica of Saint Mary of the Chorus #

  • Go early in the morning to avoid daylight tour groups and to see the light through the stained glass.
  • Explore the small side chapels - many contain locally significant artworks that get overlooked.
  • Pair the visit with a walk through San Sebastián's Parte Vieja (Old Town) for pintxos afterward.

Best Time to Visit Basilica of Saint Mary of the Chorus #

Best seen outside the height of summer tourism; mornings offer quieter, more contemplative visits.

Late Spring
May-June · 12-22°C
Pleasant weather and seafood season in town; light in the church is soft and clear.
Autumn
September-October · 14-20°C
Crowds thin after summer; the city's culinary scene remains lively.

Weather & Climate near Basilica of Saint Mary of the Chorus #

Climate
Air Quality: AQI 40 Good
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
36°
Warmest Month
-2°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

Weather

0.2
UV Index
Low
9.2h daylight

February

Weather

0.3
UV Index
Low
10.3h daylight

March

Weather

0.7
UV Index
Moderate
11.8h daylight

April

Weather

1.1
UV Index
High
13.3h daylight

May

Weather

1.4
UV Index
High
14.5h daylight

June

Weather

1.7
UV Index
Very High
15.2h daylight

July

Weather

1.8
UV Index
Very High
14.9h daylight

August

Weather

1.5
UV Index
Very High
13.8h daylight

September

Weather

1.1
UV Index
High
12.4h daylight

October

Weather

0.6
UV Index
Moderate
10.9h daylight

November

Weather

0.2
UV Index
Low
9.5h daylight

December

Weather

0.1
UV Index
Low
8.8h daylight

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