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Popular places to visit

Guggenheim Museum Bilbao showing a city and modern architecture

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
Plaza Moyua showing heritage architecture, a garden 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 showing heritage architecture, a city and a river or creek

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
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

Things to do

Bay in San Sebastian

San Sebastian & Biarritz full day tour

P4,605
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
San Sebastian & Biarritz full day tour
San Juan Gaztelugatxe

Bilbao: Gaztelugatxe, Bermeo, Mundaka and Gernika with Txakoli

P4,539
per adult
Bilbao: Gaztelugatxe, Bermeo, Mundaka and Gernika with Txakoli
Bilbao: Basque Food Tour with Guide

Bilbao: Basque Food Tour and Wine Tasting with Guide

P6,250
per adult
Bilbao: Basque Food Tour and Wine Tasting with Guide
Bilbao Historical Small Group Tour

Bilbao Historical Small Group Tour

P1,687
per adult
Bilbao Historical Small Group Tour
From Bilbao: Basque Coast Tour

Bizkaia Bridge, Gaztelugatxe, Bermeo and Gernika from Bilbao

P3,947
per adult
Bizkaia Bridge, Gaztelugatxe, Bermeo and Gernika from Bilbao
Old Town Bilbao Tour in small group

Old Town Bilbao Tour in small group

P1,645
per adult
Old Town Bilbao Tour in small group
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Top hotels in San Francisco

Axel Hotel Bilbao – Adults Only

Axel Hotel Bilbao – Adults Only

4 out of 5
Mesedeetako Kaia 3, Bilbao
The price is P8,588 per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
P8,588
P9,447 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
includes taxes & 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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (139 reviews)
"Really lovely hotel on the edge of old town in Bilbao"

Reviewed on Aug 4, 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! (281 reviews)
Residencia Universitaria
"Recidencia Universitaria offers essential amenities, maintains a clean and welcoming environment, and has friendly staff. Although it lacks air conditioning, its convenient location near the city center and train station makes it a practical choice for travelers."

Reviewed on Aug 3, 2025

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Residencia Universitaria Resa Blas de Otero
Apartamentos Líbere Bilbao La Vieja

Apartamentos Líbere Bilbao La Vieja

3 out of 5
Vitoria-Gasteiz Kalea 7, Bilbao, Bilbao
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Bilbao. Enjoy free WiFi, an airport shuttle (surcharge), and an in-room espresso maker. Popular attractions Guggenheim Museum ...
7/10 Good! (20 reviews)
"Simple place to stay."

Reviewed on Mar 6, 2025

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Apartamentos Líbere Bilbao La Vieja
The Artist Grand Hotel of Art

The Artist Grand Hotel of Art

5 out of 5
Alameda de Mazarredo, 61, Bilbao, Vizcaya
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! (1,002 reviews)
"Great place, amazing views, close to everything. Super friendly staff. I would strongly recommend."

Reviewed on Aug 5, 2025

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The Artist Grand Hotel of Art
Hotel ILUNION San Mamés

Hotel ILUNION San Mamés

4 out of 5
Calle Perez Galdos, 56, Bilbao, Vizcaya
The price is P7,426 per night from Aug 27 to Aug 28
P7,426
P8,169 total
Aug 27 - Aug 28
includes taxes & 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! (768 reviews)
"빌바오 hot places와는 조금 떨어져있지만 대중교통 이용 (Metro, 트램) 하기는 매우 편리함. 호텔 내부는 간결하게 그리고 편리하게 잘 구비되어 있음. 주차에 대한 보다 자세한 사전 설명이 필요함. 터미널 빌딩안에 있는 호텔이라서 자동차로 호텔 접근하려면 처음에 당황스러움. 호텔 보유 주차장이 아니라 터미널 빌딩 자체 지하 유료주차장을 이용하는 것임."

Reviewed on Jul 28, 2025

Hotel ILUNION San Mamés
Hotel Silken Indautxu Bilbao

Hotel Silken Indautxu Bilbao

4 out of 5
Plaza Bombero Etxaniz S/n, Bilbao, Vizcaya
The price is P9,530 per night from Aug 14 to Aug 15
P9,530
P10,483 total
Aug 14 - Aug 15
includes taxes & 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! (987 reviews)
"Decent hotel all round"

Reviewed on Jul 31, 2025

Hotel Silken Indautxu Bilbao
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Ribera Market featuring a bar, interior views and food

Bilbao Old Town

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

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

Zabala
San Mames Stadium featuring a river or creek and modern architecture

Bilbao City Centre

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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Iralabarri

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Iralabarri and surrounding area, you can visit Gran Casino Bilbao and Ensanche.

Iralabarri
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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 featuring street scenes, modern architecture and outdoor art

Abando

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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