Things to do in Bilbao
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Tours & day trips
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Gaztelugatxe, Mundaka and Gernika Tour from Bilbao
Cruises & boat tours
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San Sebastian & Biarritz full day tour
Private & custom tours
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Walking tour of Pamplona
Food, drink & nightlife
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Rioja wine region with visit to winery & Vitoria-Gasreiz
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La Rioja Vineyards Private Tour from Bilbao (3 vineyards)
What to do in Bilbao
Popular places to visit
Guggenheim Museum Bilbao
Investigate a vast collection of modern and contemporary art both inside and outside one of the most recognizable buildings in Bilbao.
San Mames Stadium
Join local soccer fans and shout your support for a well-known European team that calls this spectacular stadium its home.
Euskalduna Conference Centre and Concert Hall
Attend a conference, concert or dramatic performance, go on a guided tour and browse an eclectic collection of art at this riverside venue.
Plaza Moyua
Take time out in this attractive city plaza and contemplate the beauty and majesty of the architecture of the surrounding historical buildings.
Plaza Nueva
Feast on an appetizing variety of local gourmet dishes while marveling at the architectural splendor of this popular city plaza.
Ribera Market
Bring your shopping bags for three floors of market stalls at this centuries-old fresh produce market in the city’s historical quarter.
Arriaga Theater
For your evening's entertainment while in the city reserve seats for a show or play at this spectacular 19th-century theater.
University of Deusto Bilbao
Explore the campus of University of Deusto Bilbao as part of your travels around Bilbao. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.
Santiago Cathedral
Wander through ancient chapels, admire centuries-old religious art and visit a Gothic cloister at this important Roman Catholic building.
Areas of Bilbao
Bilbao City Centre
Bilbao City Centre is highly notable for its fascinating museums, and you might want to visit top sights like Palacio de la Diputación Foral de Vizcaya and Plaza Moyua. See more of Bilbao by jumping on the metro at Moyua Station or Abando Station.
Bilbao Old Town
Museums, shopping and theatres highlight some notable features of Bilbao Old Town. Make a stop by Santiago Cathedral or Plaza Nueva while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Arriga Tram Stop or Casco Viejo Station to get around town.
Abando
Ample dining options, fascinating museums, and beautiful river views are just a few top things to explore in Abando. A visit to Plaza Moyua or Ensanche might round out your trip, and you can jump aboard the metro at Moyua Station or Indautxu Station to get around town.
Ibaiondo
If you're spending time in Ibaiondo, check out sights like Ribera Market or Santiago Cathedral and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Atxuri Tram Station or Ribera Tram Stop.
Casco Viejo
Museums, theatres and historical sites highlight some notable features of Casco Viejo. Make a stop by Plaza Nueva or Museum of Archaeology Bizkaya while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Casco Viejo Station or Arriga Tram Stop to get around town.
San Francisco
You'll enjoy the bars and theatres in San Francisco. You might want to make time for a stop at Ensanche or Bay of Biscay.
- Guggenheim Museum Bilbao
- San Mames Stadium
- Euskalduna Conference Centre and Concert Hall
- Plaza Moyua
- Ribera Market
- Sopelana Beach
- Plaza Nueva
- Arriaga Theater
- Bilbao Fine Arts Museum
- Museum of Archaeology Bizkaya
- Bilbao City Hall
- Hospital Universitario Cruces
- Dona Casilda Iturrizar Park
- Zubizuri Bridge
- Plaza Miguel de Unamuno
- Getxo Aquarium
- Galeria Da Vinci
- Playa de Azkorri
- Hospital de Basurto
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