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Popular places to visit

Guggenheim Museum Bilbao showing a city and modern architecture

Guggenheim Museum Bilbao

4.5/5(201 reviews)

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 which includes a river or creek and modern architecture

San Mames Stadium

4.5/5(26 reviews)

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

4/5(3 reviews)

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

Plaza Nueva
Plaza Moyua showing heritage architecture, flowers and a garden

Plaza Moyua

4.5/5(102 reviews)

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 river or creek, a city and heritage architecture

Ribera Market

4.5/5(12 reviews)

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
University of Deusto Bilbao

University of Deusto Bilbao

4/5(24 reviews)

Explore the campus of University of Deusto Bilbao during your visit to Bilbao. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.

University of Deusto Bilbao

Things to do

Biarritz

Biarritz, Saint Jean De Luz & San Sebastian

$82
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Biarritz, Saint Jean De Luz & San Sebastian
Aerial view of a church in Spain

The Basque Country Full-Day Tour

$88
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
The Basque Country Full-Day Tour
Bilbao: 1- or 2-Hour Sightseeing Boat Tour

Bilbao: 1- or 2-Hour Sightseeing Boat Tour

$16
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Bilbao: 1- or 2-Hour Sightseeing Boat Tour
Bilbao: Small-Group Guided Walking Tour

Bilbao: Small-Group Guided Walking Tour

$41
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Bilbao: Small-Group Guided Walking Tour
Bilbao Guggenheim Museum Entry Ticket

Bilbao Guggenheim Museum Entry Ticket

$35
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Bilbao Guggenheim Museum Entry Ticket
Old Town Bilbao Tour in small group

Old Town Bilbao Tour in small group

$29
per adult
Old Town Bilbao Tour in small group
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San Francisco Hotel Deals

Axel Hotel Bilbao – Adults Only

Axel Hotel Bilbao – Adults Only

4 out of 5
Mesedeetako Kaia 3, Bilbao
$135 nightly
The price is $149 total per night from Jul 27 to Jul 28
$149 total
Jul 27 - Jul 28
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Bilbao. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Guggenheim Museum Bilbao and San Mames ...
9/10 Wonderful! (126 reviews)
Lovely stay, great location!
"The hotel staff were super nice, especially on reception, always happy to give directions or a recommendation. The room is nice, we had a lovely gesture on one of our birthdays, when chocolates and a free drinks token for the both of us at sky bar was left, what a lovely touch! Not many sun loungers ..."

Reviewed on Jul 7, 2025

Axel Hotel Bilbao – Adults Only
Residencia Universitaria Resa Blas de Otero

Residencia Universitaria Resa Blas de Otero

2 out of 5
C/ de las Cortes, 38, Bilbao, Vizcaya
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bilbao. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Popular attractions Guggenheim Museum ...
7.4/10 Good! (276 reviews)
"Area isn’t particularly nice but if it’s cost effective clean accommodation you want then this is for you"

Reviewed on May 5, 2025

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Hotel ILUNION San Mamés

Hotel ILUNION San Mamés

4 out of 5
Calle Perez Galdos, 56, Bilbao, Vizcaya
$112 nightly
The price is $123 total per night from Jul 27 to Jul 28
$123 total
Jul 27 - Jul 28
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Bilbao. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (754 reviews)
"Supper nice"

Reviewed on Jul 6, 2025

Hotel ILUNION San Mamés
The Artist Grand Hotel of Art

The Artist Grand Hotel of Art

5 out of 5
Alameda de Mazarredo, 61, Bilbao, Vizcaya
$202 nightly
The price is $223 total per night from Jul 23 to Jul 24
$223 total
Jul 23 - Jul 24
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Bilbao. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,005 reviews)
"What a beautiful hotel in Bilbao. The staff is so helpful and kind, definitely a great place to stay!!"

Reviewed on Jul 21, 2025

The Artist Grand Hotel of Art
Hotel Silken Indautxu Bilbao

Hotel Silken Indautxu Bilbao

4 out of 5
Plaza Bombero Etxaniz S/n, Bilbao, Vizcaya
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$116 nightly
The price is $128 total per night from Jul 31 to Aug 1
$128 total
Jul 31 - Aug 1
Total includes taxes and fees
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. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (985 reviews)
"Everything was excellent"

Reviewed on Jul 21, 2025

Hotel Silken Indautxu Bilbao
Hotel ILUNION Bilbao

Hotel ILUNION Bilbao

3 out of 5
Calle Rodriguez Arias 66, Bilbao, Vizcaya
$105 nightly
The price is $116 total per night from Jul 29 to Jul 30
$116 total
Jul 29 - Jul 30
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Bilbao. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
"Well situated and the room set up is very good. We really like it."

Reviewed on Jul 9, 2025

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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
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Zabala

5/5(1 area review)

Zabala might not have many top sights, but Ribera Market and Santiago Cathedral are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Zabala
Bilbao la Vieja lies just across the river from the Old Town. The streets in this space, which takes in the Bilbao la Vieja, San Francisco and Zabala districts, are covered with urban wall art and a very interesting collection of architecture. The barrio of San Francisco lies just south of Abando and is an immigrant area, a very lively neighborhood. #Architecture #Bilbao #Spain

Bilbao la Vieja

While visiting Bilbao la Vieja, you might make a stop by sights like Bay of Biscay and San Anton Bridge.

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

Bilbao City Centre

4.5/5(43 area reviews)

Plaza Moyua and Gran Casino Bilbao 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
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San Adrián

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in San Adrián and surrounding area, you can visit Ribera Market and Santiago Cathedral.

San Adrián
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
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