Conference Centre

The Kursaal, congress centre of San Sebastián

The Kursaal is the congress centre and auditorium of San Sebastián, recognisable by its two glass cubes facing the sea. The San Sebastián audio-guided tour stops here to evoke this masterpiece of contemporary architecture, by the Zurriola beach.

The two glass cubes facing the sea

The Kursaal is the congress centre and auditorium of San Sebastián, and one of the emblems of the contemporary architecture of the town. Designed by the architect Rafael Moneo, it is composed of two translucent volumes in the form of glass cubes, which seem set on the Zurriola beach, at the mouth of the Urumea. Evoking two stranded rocks or two luminous lanterns facing the ocean, this audacious and award-winning building hosts congresses, concerts and shows. It plays a central role during the famous international film festival of San Sebastián. It is a striking modern landmark by the sea.

What to see

You admire the two translucent glass cubes by Rafael Moneo, set on the Zurriola beach facing the ocean, which host congresses, concerts and the international film festival. The Kursaal is an emblem of the contemporary architecture of San Sebastián. It is a stop for lovers of architecture, to be explored on foot.

Practical information

The Kursaal lies by the Zurriola beach, in the Gros district, in San Sebastián, reachable on foot. You admire its architecture from outside; the congresses, concerts and shows follow their own programme, which varies. It is best to check the agenda before coming.

Who designed the Kursaal of San Sebastián?

The architect Rafael Moneo; this congress centre is composed of two translucent glass cubes facing the ocean, and hosts the famous international film festival.

Where is the Kursaal?

By the Zurriola beach, in the Gros district, in San Sebastián, in Spain.