Zabala
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.
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
Bilbao: Gaztelugatxe, Bermeo, Mundaka and Gernika with Txakoli
Bizkaia Bridge, Gaztelugatxe, Bermeo and Gernika from Bilbao
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
The Artist Grand Hotel of Art
We loved staying at this hotel which across the street from the Guggenheim museum. Our room was spacious and comfortable. I would stay here again.
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Barceló Bilbao Nervión
Everything was superb except the issue with ac not available due to the time of year and predominantly heat calls are desired
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025
Hotel ILUNION San Mamés
Everting good
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
Mercure Bilbao Jardines De Albia
Clean room, comfortable bed, good condition.
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
Axel Hotel Bilbao – Adults Only
Awesome
Reviewed on 19 Nov 2025
Hesperia Bilbao
New, upscale hotel, very accommodating staff, good breakfast. Clean, quiet, close to museum.
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
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 Gran Casino Bilbao.
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.
Bilbao la Vieja
While visiting Bilbao la Vieja, you might make a stop by sights like Bay of Biscay and San Anton Bridge.
Ametzola
While Ametzola isn't home to many top sights, Ensanche and Plaza Moyua are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
Zabala
- Guggenheim Museum Bilbao
- San Mames Stadium
- Plaza Nueva
- San Juan de Gaztelugatxe
- Sopelana Beach
- Euskalduna Conference Centre and Concert Hall
- Plaza Moyua
- Ribera Market
- Bilbao Fine Arts Museum
- Laga Beach
- Arriaga Theater
- Hospital Universitario Cruces
- Museum of Archaeology Bizkaya
- Bilbao City Hall
- Getxo Aquarium
- Plaza Miguel de Unamuno
- Zubizuri Bridge
