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Trip Planner :  Europe  /  Spain  /  Basque Country  /  Province of Vizcaya  /  Bilbao

Bilbao

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Art Museums Room Escape Games Landmarks

Modern Capital of Spain

A city of stunning architectural and artistic heritage, Bilbao is situated on the banks of the Nervión River. Its renowned buildings topmost sightseeing itineraries, displaying a variety of styles, often unusually blending Gothic with experimental and contemporary architectural elements. Bilbao’s historic town center is pedestrianized, with numerous churches and world-class museums easily explored on a leisurely stroll. Though once seen as an industrial wasteland with few tourist attractions, modern Bilbao is one of Europe’s major art centers, with a multitude of first-class art galleries. Its people are proud of their Basque culture, yet work hard to make their city one of the most cosmopolitan urban centers in the world. Bilbao is in Province of Vizcaya. With our online itinerary creator, Spain vacations can be built around trips to Bilbao and other destinations in Spain.
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Top Bilbao tours

San Sebastian Evening Pintxo Tour with Wine BOOK WITH VIATOR FROM $139
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The Sanctuary of Loyola, Getaria, Zarauz and San Sebastian BOOK WITH VIATOR FROM $85
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Vitoria and the Rioja Wine Region BOOK WITH VIATOR FROM $85
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Popular things to do in Bilbao

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Casco Viejo
4.4
Duration: 2h 30 min
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Guggenheim Museum Bilbao
4.3
Duration: 1h 30 min
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Wine Tours & Tastings
5.0
Duration: 8 hours
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Taberna Plaza Nueva
4.0
Duration: 30 minutes

Side trips from Bilbao

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Food Tours
San Sebastian - Donostia
4.9
Duration: 3h 30 min
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Wine Tours & Tastings
San Sebastian - Donostia
5.0
Duration: 8 hours
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Peninsula of Magdalena
Santander
4.7
Duration: 8 hours
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San Juan de Gaztelugatxe
Bermeo
4.8
Duration: 4 hours

Museums in Bilbao

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Bilbao Fine Arts Museum
4.5
Duration: 2h 30 min
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Euskal Museoa Bilbao Basque Museum
4.1
Duration: 1h 30 min
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Museo Maritimo Ria de Bilbao
3.8
Duration: 1h 30 min
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Museum of Sacred Art (Museo de Arte Sacro)
4.4
Duration: 30 minutes

Hidden gems in Bilbao

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Food Tours
4.9
Duration: 5h 30 min
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San Mames Stadium
4.7
Duration: 1h 30 min
Dona Casilda Park
4.5
Duration: 1h 30 min
Bilbao, Spain
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Duration: 4 hours

Historic Sites in Bilbao

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Basilica of Begona
4.3
Duration: 1h 30 min
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Catedral de Santiago
3.8
Duration: 1h 30 min
Palacio de la Diputacion
4.4
Duration: 1h 30 min
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Parroquia de San Vicente Mártir de Abando
4.4
Duration: 1h 30 min

Tours in Bilbao

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Walking tours
3.8
Duration: 3 hours
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Boat Tours & Water Sports
2.9
Duration: 1h 30 min

Featured attractions

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Running Tours Bilbao
5.0
Duration: 1h 30 min
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La Concha Beach
San Sebastian - Donostia
4.7
Duration: 1h 30 min
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La Ribera Market
4.1
Duration: 30 minutes
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Parque de la Naturaleza de Cabarceno
Obregon
4.2
Duration: 4 hours
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Places to visit with Bilbao

San Sebastian - Donostia BEST FOR: Beach, Mountain, Landmark
Vitoria-Gasteiz BEST FOR: Religious Site, Architectural Building, Room Escape Game
Bermeo BEST FOR: Geologic Formation, Specialty Museum, Pier / Boardwalk
Laguardia BEST FOR: Winery / Vineyard, Church, Ruin
Hondarribia BEST FOR: Historic Site, Landmark, Beach
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