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.
Basilica of Saint Mary of the Chorus at a Glance#
Address: San Sebastián (Donostia), Basque Country, Spain
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
Temperate climate with warm summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 5°C to 24°C. Abundant rainfall (1262 mm/year), wettest in November.
Air Quality:
AQI 40
Good
Best Time to Visit
JuneJulyAugust
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
36°
Warmest Month
-2°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Acceptable | 5° - 13° | 7° | 122 mm | overcast | 83% | 4.1 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.2h |
| February | Acceptable | 6° - 13° | 8° | 100 mm | overcast | 81% | 4.1 m/s | 0.3 low | 10.3h |
| March | Acceptable | 7° - 15° | 11° | 99 mm | overcast | 80% | 4.1 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Acceptable | 8° - 16° | 12° | 126 mm | overcast | 80% | 4.3 m/s | 1.1 high | 13.3h |
| May | Good | 11° - 19° | 15° | 100 mm | overcast | 81% | 3.9 m/s | 1.4 high | 14.5h |
| June | Very Good | 14° - 22° | 18° | 72 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 3.6 m/s | 1.7 very high | 15.2h |
| July | Very Good | 17° - 24° | 20° | 65 mm | partly cloudy | 79% | 3.5 m/s | 1.8 very high | 14.9h |
| August | Very Good | 17° - 24° | 21° | 89 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 3.3 m/s | 1.5 very high | 13.8h |
| September | Very Good | 15° - 23° | 19° | 92 mm | partly cloudy | 76% | 3.3 m/s | 1.1 high | 12.4h |
| October | Good | 12° - 20° | 16° | 127 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 3.8 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 10.9h |
| November | Acceptable | 8° - 16° | 12° | 147 mm | overcast | 81% | 3.9 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.5h |
| December | Acceptable | 7° - 13° | 8° | 123 mm | overcast | 82% | 4.2 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.8h |
