Bilbao group tours
¡Kaixo! Discover the largest city in the Basque Country.
Is Bilbao worth visiting?
The straight-forward answer: yes. If you wish to slow the pace, loosen a deep breath and simply melt into your body, Bilbao is worth visiting. This Spanish city is more laidback than others, allowing you to roam closer to its true heart. It is here that you will discover a ripple of colorful tales from its ancestors through today’s local voices. Each path twists with murmurs of family recipes, wafts of early morning bread and cheers of happy sports fans. And along each path is a vacant walkway waiting for you to make Bilbao the setting for the next chapter of your adventures.
Small-group tours in Bilbao
Highlights of Northern Spain
From $3,889
A Taste of the Camino: Porto to Bilbao
From $2,599
What to do in Bilbao
Roam through Old Town
The historical heart of the city, Bilbao’s old town is called Casco Viejo. Stroll through the Seven Streets, head swiveling in all directions to drink in the vivacious atmosphere. Glance at medieval architecture of military fortifications. And drink in the Gothic spirals of the steadfast 14th-century cathedral. For a descanso (rest), settle into an outdoor seat to watch the world go by with a glass of ruby red in hand. And listen to the lively chatter between local business owners and their regulars as though they are the oldest of friends.
Discover the taste of pintxos
The food scene in Bilbao is a rich tapestry of flavors, tradition and local recipes. And one of the most prized focal points? Pintxos. With humble beginnings of one simple snack in Bilbao and its Basque neighbors, this Spanish delicacy’s only grown in number and creativity with each year. Now, your feet won’t venture too far from small pintxos bars dotted along the street, all lined with fluffy tortillas de patata (Spanish omelet), salty Gildas (the first pintxos to ever exist) pulpo (octopus) and more.
Visit Guggenheim Museum
Deep within the panels of shimmering walls (a masterpiece crafted from creative and critical thinking) lies a solidified well filled contemporary art. Each piece spins a rich tale of its own – joining together to create a collection of true magic that buzzes like fireflies in the sky. Gawk at sculptures made of awkward shapes. Peer at colorful brushstrokes, trying to imagine what the artist wanted to convey. And gaze at a giant puppy made of blooms – the largest flower sculpture in the world.
Soak up every view
At every turn, your eyes will widen at landscapes you wish to tuck inside your suitcase. Making the climb to the top of the city via cable car will be a trip highlight – and worth every moment to get there. Mirador Arantxa is the name of this panoramic viewpoint. Allow Northern Spain’s light breeze twirl through your hair as you gaze at the looming mountains and lush valleys beyond the city borders. What ancient stories will the wind whisper to you?
Where is Bilbao?
Bilbao is in Northern Spain and is the largest city in the Basque Country. It could begin the next chapter of your Spanish adventure filled with sweeter-than-strawberry wines, layers of rich cultures and sumptuous, staple ingredients.
