Things to do in Bilbao

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Guggenheim Museum Bilbao which includes night scenes and modern architecture
Guggenheim Museum Bilbao which includes night scenes and modern architecture
Bilbao featuring a skyscraper, a city and a bridge
Santiago Cathedral featuring interior views, heritage elements and a church or cathedral
Guggenheim Museum Bilbao showing outdoor art, a sunset and modern architecture
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The Basque Country Full-Day Tour

The Basque Country Full-Day Tour

Activity duration is 9 hours
9.2 out of 10 with 15 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is €75 per adult
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Guggenheim Museum Private Tour

Guggenheim Museum Private Tour

Free cancellation available
Price is €109 per adult
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Adventure & outdoor

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From Bilbao: Loyola, Getaria, Zarautz and San Sebastian Tour

From Bilbao: Loyola, Getaria, Zarautz and San Sebastian Tour

Activity duration is 8 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
Free cancellation available
Price is €75 per adult
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Classes & workshops

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Bilbao: Immersive Basque Cooking Class

Bilbao: Immersive Basque Cooking Class

Activity duration is 3 hours and 30 minutes
Free cancellation available
Price is €140 per adult
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Shows & concerts

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Bilbao: San Mamés Museum and Stadium Tour

Bilbao: San Mamés Museum and Stadium Tour

10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
Free cancellation available
Price is €17 per adult
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What to do in Bilbao

Popular places to visit

Guggenheim Museum Bilbao featuring modern architecture and a city

Guggenheim Museum Bilbao

Investigate a vast collection of modern and contemporary art both inside and outside one of the most recognizable buildings in Bilbao.

Guggenheim Museum Bilbao
San Mames Stadium featuring a river or creek and modern architecture

San Mames Stadium

Join local soccer fans and shout your support for a well-known European team that calls this spectacular stadium its home.

San Mames Stadium
Plaza Nueva which includes outdoor eating as well as a small group of people

Plaza Nueva

Feast on an appetizing variety of local gourmet dishes while marveling at the architectural splendor of this popular city plaza.

Plaza Nueva
Euskalduna Conference Centre and Concert Hall

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.

Euskalduna Conference Centre and Concert Hall
Plaza Moyua which includes heritage architecture, a park and flowers

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 Moyua
Ribera Market which includes a city, a river or creek and heritage architecture

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.

Ribera Market
Bilbao City Hall which includes street scenes, modern architecture and a city

Bilbao City Hall

Tour the interior and exterior of an architectural gem, an important government building that lies close to Bilbao's old town.

Bilbao City Hall
Gran Casino Bilbao

Gran Casino Bilbao

Why not roll the dice with a visit to Gran Casino Bilbao during your time in Bilbao? Stroll along the riverfront or visit the shops in the area.

Gran Casino Bilbao
Bilbao Fine Arts Museum which includes heritage architecture, a park and night scenes

Bilbao Fine Arts Museum

Spend hours wandering through the exhibition halls of this grand institution that is filled with works of art that span several hundred years.

Bilbao Fine Arts Museum

Areas of Bilbao

San Mames Stadium featuring a river or creek and modern architecture

Bilbao City Centre

4.5/5(33 area reviews)

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.

Bilbao City Centre
Ribera Market showing interior views, a bar and food

Bilbao Old Town

4.5/5(49 area reviews)

Discover characterful bars, historic architecture, colorful independent stores and much more amid the largely pedestrianized streets of Bilbao’s atmospheric heart.

Bilbao Old Town
Guggenheim Museum Bilbao showing outdoor art, a sunset and modern architecture

Abando

4.5/5(118 area reviews)

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.

Abando
Plaza Nueva Panorámica

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.

Casco Viejo
Ría de Bilbao

Indautxu

While you're in Indautxu, take in top sights like Ensanche or Euskalduna Conference Centre and Concert Hall, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Indautxu Station or Sabino Arana Tram Stop.

Indautxu
Plaza Nueva Panorámica

Ibaiondo

If you're spending time in Ibaiondo, check out sights like Bizkaia Frontoia or Ribera Market and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Atxuri Tram Station or Ribera Tram Stop.

Ibaiondo
Roundabout in Barakaldo, Spain.

Barakaldo

Mine in Castro Urdiales, Spain.

Castro Urdiales

We enjoyed this beautiful piece of nature after 8 PM: the temperature was perfect and almost nobody on the site. And this is one of the filming locations of Game of thrones: can You recognize Dragonstone?

Mungia

Plencia cityscape, Vizcaya, Basque country, Spain.

Plencia

Fishing port of Bermeo on a sunny day. Basque Country, Spain

Bermeo

Great willowherb, Epilobium hirsutum. This photograph was taken on 2011-06-25 at Berango in the Bizkaia province of the Basque Country (Europe), using a Canon PowerShot SX230 camera.The original size was 3000x4000 pixels, it was reduced to the present size (1500x2000 pixels) using the IrfanView freeware program.

Berango

View of forest and hill in Basque Country near Etxebarri.

Galdakao

Gaztelugatxe in Bakio, Spain.

Bakio

Frequently asked questions

Is Bilbao worth visiting?
Renowned for its festivals and dining, discovering awesome things to do in Bilbao is easy. Make sure to add Castle of Butron to your itinerary when here.
How do I spend a day in Bilbao?
Castle of Butron and Playa de las Arenas are two excellent places to kick-start your getaway adventures. Remember to check out the dining and shopping options in Bilbao while you're here too.
What is the top tourist attraction in Bilbao?
The top tourist attraction in Bilbao is Castle of Butron, so be sure to put it on your sightseeing agenda.
Is three days enough to stay in Bilbao?
You can easily enjoy top sights like Palacio de la Diputación Foral de Vizcaya, Museum of Passages of Bilbao and Reproductions Museum Bilbao with a three-day break in Bilbao. On average, many travellers book three days here. There's plenty to experience nearby too, so stay a while longer and venture to Derio.
Is Bilbao a walkable city?
That depends on what you'd like to do and see in Bilbao. Several top attractions, including Palacio de la Diputación Foral de Vizcaya and Museum of Passages of Bilbao, are reachable on foot. If you're up for a stroll around some of Bilbao's neighbourhoods, Bilbao City Centre is 0.48 kilometres away from downtown, while Abando is 0.64 kilometres away from the centre and also within walking distance.
What are some activities to do in Bilbao with kids?
If you're looking for activities and sights for all the family, we've got some terrific ideas for what to do in Bilbao with kids.

What to do in Bilbao for adults?
There are plenty of things to do in Bilbao, with entertainment for adults of all ages. Finish your day off at Museo de la Mineria del Pais Vasco.
Are there free things to do in Bilbao?
In Bilbao, Funicular de Artxanda is a popular spot for anyone wishing to see the city without taking their wallet out. Also, stroll around the parks and other neighbourhoods, and ask for tips from a local tour guide. It's a great way to discover the best free things to do in Bilbao.

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