Bilbao

Travel Guide
Guggenheim Museum Bilbao featuring modern architecture and night scenes
Bilbao which includes a city, a bridge and a river or creek
Santiago Cathedral which includes heritage elements, a church or cathedral and interior views
Guggenheim Museum Bilbao which includes modern architecture, outdoor art and a sunset
Guggenheim Museum Bilbao showing interior views

Where to stay in Bilbao

San Mames Stadium which includes a river or creek and modern architecture

Bilbao City Centre

4.5/5(43 area reviews)

Palacio de la Diputación Foral de Vizcaya and Plaza Moyua are top sights in Bilbao City Centre, and you should be sure to explore the fascinating museums. Hop aboard the metro at Moyua Station or Abando Station to see more sights in the area.

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

Bilbao Old Town

4.5/5(63 area reviews)

Museums, shopping, and theaters 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.

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

Abando

4.5/5(227 area reviews)

Abundant dining options, interesting museums and stunning 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 which includes outdoor eating as well as a small group of people

Casco Viejo

Discover the most colorful part of Bilbao, where you can explore historical churches like San Antón and San Nicolás, shop at Mercado de la Ribera, and enjoy local taverns. Easily accessible via Casco Viejo station and public elevators.

Casco Viejo
Bilbao featuring a city, modern architecture and night scenes

Ibaiondo

While you're in Ibaiondo, take in top sights like Ribera Market or Santiago Cathedral, and hop on the metro to see more the city at Atxuri Tram Station or Ribera Tram Stop.

Ibaiondo
Lovely small chilled out bar for  a decent beer.

San Francisco

You'll enjoy the bars and theaters in San Francisco. You might want to make time for a stop at Ensanche or Bay of Biscay.

San Francisco
Hesperia Bilbao
Hesperia Bilbao
4 out of 5
Campo Volantin, 28, Bilbao, Vizcaya
The price is SAR 255 per night from Dec 22 to Dec 23
SAR 255
SAR 276 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Bilbao. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (986 reviews)
"Very comfortable bed, doors in hallway close very loudly so i got woken up a few times when staying there"

Reviewed on 27 November 2024

Hesperia Bilbao
Hotel Silken Indautxu Bilbao
Hotel Silken Indautxu Bilbao
4 out of 5
Plaza Bombero Etxaniz S/n, Bilbao, Vizcaya
The price is SAR 240 per night from Dec 18 to Dec 19
SAR 240
SAR 260 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Dec - 19 Dec
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Bilbao. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (938 reviews)
"Very good place for a quiet stay. Praise to the staff because they were very professional and courteous. Best breakfast of my trip."

Reviewed on 26 September 2024

Hotel Silken Indautxu Bilbao
Holiday Inn Express Bilbao, an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Bilbao, an IHG Hotel
3 out of 5
Zarandoa Kalea, 5, Derio, Vizcaya
The price is SAR 253 per night from Dec 9 to Dec 10
SAR 253
SAR 274 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in Derio. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
"The hotel was close to the airport, which was the whole purpose. It is safe and clean and offers airport shuttle service. However, not too many dining options, especially if you don’t have a car. For me, it did the job"

Reviewed on 1 December 2024

Holiday Inn Express Bilbao, an IHG Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Bilbao City Center by abba Suites
Bilbao City Center by abba Suites
3.5 out of 5
Calle Huertas de la Villa 15, Bilbao, Bilbao
Stay at this 3.5-star eco-certified aparthotel in Bilbao. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and premium TV channels. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (213 reviews)
"This was a highly functional suite with 2 TV’s, European refrigerator, dishwasher, pots, dishes, cooktop, etc. the grocery store is<2 blocks away. Front desk is not staffed 7x24, but they ordered us a cab for non-staffed hours, and it arrived right on time. Very neat and clean. Trendy contemporary ..."

Reviewed on 12 November 2024

Bilbao City Center by abba Suites
B48 Abando
B48 Abando
4 out of 5
Buenos Aires Kalea 15, Bilbao
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Bilbao. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and cable TV channels. Popular attractions Guggenheim Museum Bilbao and San ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (31 reviews)
"I really liked the location of this property. It was very convenient for my needs to be “in town”. Having entry on my phone was an added plus. Everything I needed was included. It was great!"

Reviewed on 30 October 2024

B48 Abando
Livensa Living Studios Bilbao
Livensa Living Studios Bilbao
3 out of 5
Madariaga Etorbidea 58, Bilbao, Bizkaia
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Bilbao. Enjoy a fitness center, parking (surcharge), and laundry facilities. Popular attractions San Mames Stadium and Guggenheim ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (41 reviews)
"Room is nice and clean; onsite parking with a reasonable price is a plus. Convenient location! Highly recommend this place!"

Reviewed on 19 September 2023

Livensa Living Studios Bilbao
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Bilbao

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Top Destination
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

I loved Bilbao. It's walkable, friendly, and had a lot to see and do. The weather was a bit crazy in early March, sunny one minute raining the next, which I hear is usual. There are many day trips that are an easy drive, also.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

we would like to visit Bilbao again in future/

5/5 - Excellent

Deanna

Private tour is the way to go. I highly recommend Aitor Delgado Basque Country Private Tours

4/5 - Good

P.K.

Beautiful city!

5/5 - Excellent

D

Vicinity around Bilbao is amazing. Mountains and charm cities.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

I think it’s a lovely area for dining/ museums and walkability

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