Basilica of Saint Mary of the Chorus

The Basilica of Saint Mary of the Choir, in San Sebastián

The Basilica of Saint Mary of the Choir is a baroque jewel of the old town of San Sebastián, at the foot of Mont Urgull. The San Sebastián audio-guided tour stops here, with respect, to evoke this sanctuary with a richly sculpted façade.

The baroque jewel of the parte vieja

The Basilica of Saint Mary of the Choir, or Basílica de Santa María del Coro, is one of the most remarkable sanctuaries of San Sebastián. Built in the eighteenth century in a baroque style, it stands out by its magnificent richly sculpted façade, framed by two towers, where a representation of Saint Sebastian, patron of the town, figures. Backing onto the foot of Mont Urgull, in the heart of the old town, it shelters an interior adorned with altarpieces and chapels. The spiritual heart of the parte vieja, the basilica is discovered with respect, in the calm and the solemnity of its nave.

What to see

You admire, with respect, the magnificent richly sculpted baroque façade, framed by two towers, and the interior adorned with altarpieces and chapels, at the foot of Mont Urgull. The Basilica of Saint Mary of the Choir is a jewel of the parte vieja. It is a major stop to be discovered with respect.

Practical information

The Basilica of Saint Mary of the Choir lies in the heart of the old town of San Sebastián, at the foot of Mont Urgull, reachable on foot. A place of worship, it can be visited with respect for services; entry is generally free, but hours vary with celebrations. It is best to check them before coming and to respect the sacred character of the place.

What is particular about the Basilica of Saint Mary of the Choir?

Its magnificent richly sculpted baroque façade, framed by two towers, where a representation of Saint Sebastian, patron of the town, figures; it is a jewel of the old town, at the foot of Mont Urgull.

Where is the Basilica of Saint Mary of the Choir?

In the heart of the old town of San Sebastián, at the foot of Mont Urgull, in Spain.