Landmark
St Paul's Island
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St Paul's Island, also known as Selmunett, is a rocky islet just off the coast of St Paul's Bay. According to tradition, it is the site where the Apostle Paul was shipwrecked in 60 AD, as described in the Acts of the Apostles. The island is uninhabited and accessible only by boat. A prominent bronze statue of St Paul, erected in 1845, stands on the island, visible from the mainland. Visitors often take boat trips to view the statue and the rugged coastline, reflecting on the island's biblical significance.
Don't miss
- Bronze statue of St Paul erected in 1845
- Boat trips offering views of the island and surrounding bay
- Connection to the biblical account of St Paul's shipwreck
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit St Paul's Island
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
Cheapest way inBoat by the Bay and Santa Clara Island in Donostia San Sebastian4.4★ · 59 travelers1–2 hoursFree cancellationFrom$9 per personSee dates →
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