Zabala
Bilbao
Popular places to visit
San Mames Stadium
Join local soccer fans and shout your support for a well-known European team that calls this spectacular stadium its home.
Guggenheim Museum Bilbao
Investigate a vast collection of modern and contemporary art both inside and outside one of the most recognizable buildings in Bilbao.
Plaza Nueva
Feast on an appetizing variety of local gourmet dishes while marveling at the architectural splendor of this popular city plaza.
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.
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.
Things to do
San Sebastian & Biarritz full day tour
Bilbao: Gaztelugatxe, Bermeo, Mundaka and Gernika with Txakoli
Walking Route San Juan De Gaztelugatze, Bermeo & Gernika
Bilbao: San Mamés Museum and Stadium Tour
The Basque Country Full-Day Tour
Top hotels in Zabala
Bilbao ROOMS & KITCHEN Zabalburu
The Artist Grand Hotel of Art
"Fantastic place to enjoy a quick visit to the area."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Radisson Collection Bilbao
"Terrace bar and breakfast were adequate. Food was tasty. The pool heater was broken. There was no gym either. The staff is outstanding. They were courteous and professional. Came through with my requests easily and that was the bonus."
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Latroupe La Granja
"Excellent value for money in great location. Definately take the breakfast as it is very good selection and superb coffee. Nightly events and shared rooms make for a relaxed, friendly place. Thank you - i would definitely stay here again."
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Barceló Bilbao Nervión
"Great location, great place - exactly what we needed as tourists. Thanks again!"
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Holiday Inn Express Bilbao by IHG
"Ideal and convenient for an overnight before a flight with a very useful shuttle bus."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Zabala
Iralabarri
Though Iralabarri may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Bizkaia Frontoia and Bilborock.
San Francisco
You'll enjoy the bars and theatres in San Francisco. You might want to make time for a stop at Bilborock or Ensanche.
Bilbao la Vieja
While visiting Bilbao la Vieja, you might make a stop by sights like Bay of Biscay and San Anton Bridge.
Bilbao Old Town
Museums, shopping and theatres highlight some notable features of Bilbao Old Town. Make a stop by Plaza Nueva or Arriaga Theater while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Arriga Tram Stop or Casco Viejo Station to get around town.
Bilbao City Centre
Bilbao City Centre is highly notable for its fascinating museums, and you might want to visit top sights like Plaza Moyua and Gran Casino Bilbao. See more of Bilbao by jumping on the metro at Moyua Station or Abando Station.
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.
