Fun old school ride up and/or down the mountain. Cheaper to go down than up, lol. Great views at the top with an old school amusement park that was unfortunately closed when I went. read more

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This is the best view of San Sebastian! Our group enjoyed a walk to the funicular on a hot summer day. There was a bit of a line to get in but everything moved fairly quickly. We didn't all fit in one car so it was some what of a rickety solo experience for most of our group. There's an amusement park with a bar at the top and we enjoyed the view over cocktails. The price of admission is well worth the view of the city. read more

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We took the funicular up to Mounte Igueldo on a weekday afternoon in the fall. A round trip ticket was just over 4 euros per person for adults. It was well worth the price for us, it was a fun adventure and then allowed us to get some spectacular views of San Sebastian, as well as spend some time on top of the mountian. Since the amusement park was closed we weren't sure that we'd spend much time up there, but to our surprise there were bars and restaurants open, and you could still roam the park freely. The funicular ride itself was just a few minutes long and loading was pretty quick - quicker on the way up than back down. You couldn't really see much from the cart unless you were in the very front or back. We were in a middle one on the way up and you could see to the sides, but that was all really. We lucked out on the way back and were first in line, so were able to snag a spot in the first cart. This was lovely as we got to watch the beach as we descended the mountain. The funicular is very old so do expect it to be hot and stuffy if it's a remotely warm day! read more

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If you are looking for the ideal way to get your bearings once you arrive in San Sebastián, I can't think of a more atmospheric way of doing that than taking this vintage funicular up the bayside slope of Monte Igueldo. Built way back in 1912, it felt every creaking bit of its centarian age with every rickety lurch up the mountain. Jamie W. and I were staying nearby at the N.H. Aranzasu Hotel in the newest part of town and strolled about ten minutes along several suburban blocks before coming upon the historic building housing the funicular terminus (photo: http://bit.ly/2zQ7cFx). It turned out to be empty inside except for a small group waiting for the next car. The operator stood up to announce it was coming in two minutes and that the last funicular would leave the summit at 7PM, which gave us only half an hour to take in the view. The best seats were the ones looking back at the bay as the car ascended, and most of us were huddled in that space with our smartphones in tow. When we arrived at the top about fifteen minutes later, we paid our 3.15€ fare a piece at the ticket window. From there, we just followed the others who appeared to know where the best vista points to take in the beautiful scallop shape of Concha Bay (photo: http://bit.ly/2BxaA8X). There was an old-fashioned amusement park on the summit that was closed by that hour. The house of terror looked inviting, and the super-slide was waiting for someone's derrière to glide over it (photo: http://bit.ly/2AsTsUE). As it turned out, we had plenty of time to snap our photos and climb aboard the 7PM funicular to take us to the western end of the waterfront promenade, a lovely start to our San Sebastián sojourn. read more

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Starting near the beach in the Ondarreta area of San Sebastián, this short rail ride goes up a steep hill and has great views of the city from the top. There are some vintage amusement park attractions on top - bumper cars, water slides, minor thrill rides. They were closed on June 1, but I understand they operate during the peak of the summer. The real draw is the spectacular 360 degree views as you walk around the top. It's only 3.15 euros round trip, and takes about 10 minutes each way. You can get there, and back, from the center of the city on the number 16 bus (1.75 euros each way). It's a nice walk along the beach as well, about 1.5 miles from city center. Check the website to make sure it's running and when. read more

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The view alone is worth the cost of the trip. 3.20 euro round trip. Ride was smooth but not a lot to see until you get to the top. There is very little breeze and they make a trip every 15 min or so. Our trip up was full and it was 28c outside. It definitely has a old world feel and quaintness to it. An older time. I enjoyed the ride, but the view from the top sold me. Would recommend. There is a bar/cafe at the top. Cap off the trip with a glass of vino or cava. Entrance from the beach area is near the beach end of the tennis courts. There is a small sign that directs you up to the road that leads to the building. read more

Mounte Igueldo Funicular Rail - Public Transportation Near Me - Donostia, SS

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The funicular is "stupid" you don't get to see much on your way up or down. BUT the hotel, the facilities, the views... worth every second on that hill! read more

The funicular up Monte Igueldo is the best value! The round trip fare was about 12 € for 3 people, and it's a short ride up to an incredible view of playa de la concha. If you go up about an hour before sunset, grab a table and a glass of wine for 2.50 € and wait for night to fall and all of the lights to start sparkling and lighting up the beach. It's so beautiful! There's also a carousel & a kids play area and fun little water ride up there if you have little ones. It's a tourist attraction for sure, but it's well worth your time. We went late September when there was perfect weather, and it wasn't trrribly crowded. Do. It. read more

Great views of the city. We walked here from Old Town which took quite a while and then took a public bus back-- stops right outside of the funicular and takes you to old town. The round trip was pretty cheap (just a few euros each). The amusement park was closed when we were up there, so we did not have to wait for our ride and it was not at all crowded at the top. A must do in San Sebastian! read more

Tram to the top for amazing views overlooking San Sebastian. Reminds me of the Peak in Hong Kong but a much shorter ride. Highlights: - Views: can look down on the town or the other way to the open water. Stunning - Cafe: tables up top is a perfect rest stop for some wine in the afternoon - Price: just over 3 euros a person round trip - Short: just a few minutes up the hill at a steep incline - Rides for kids up top: have a slide and carousel, etc that are probably open in summer Midlights - You can also walk to the top but need to pay 2.2 Euros Lowlights: - No restroom at the bottom--you have to wait until you get to the top - Person at ticket booth wasn't there when we got there not after 10 minutes they showed up I'd consider this a must do as a first time visitor to the area. read more

A rickety train car that pulls you through the middle of some neighborhoods and up to the top of Monte Igueldo where there's a hotel and amusement park. Completely unexpected. The ride is definitely worth the couple Euros they charge so that you can see the La Concha from high above. read more

Mounte Igueldo Funicular Rail - Public Transportation Near Me - Donostia, SS

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Great view of San Sebastian. Old school fun. Amusement park-ish feel once you get to the top, but still fun. Bathrooms cost a few cents to use. Small cafe with tables are there as well. I really just went up for hte famous Donostia view and I got it without having to trek it, so I give it 5 stars! read more