Casco Viejo

Bilbao
Plaza Nueva showing outdoor eating as well as a small group of people

Popular places to visit

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Plaza Nueva

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

Plaza Nueva
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Ribera Market

4/5(2 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
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Arriaga Theater

4/5(4 reviews)

For your evening's entertainment while in the city reserve seats for a show or play at this spectacular 19th-century theater.

Arriaga Theater
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Santiago Cathedral

4.5/5(15 reviews)

Wander through ancient chapels, admire centuries-old religious art and visit a Gothic cloister at this important Roman Catholic building.

Santiago Cathedral
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Plaza Miguel de Unamuno

Revel in the lively ambiance of this old town square and tour some of the notable buildings in and around it.

Plaza Miguel de Unamuno
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Museum of Archaeology Bizkaya

Rich with history, Museum of Archaeology Bizkaya is a cultural attraction worth visiting in Bilbao. Stroll along the area's riverfront or experience its fascinating museums.

Museum of Archaeology Bizkaya

Things to do

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Old Town Bilbao Tour in small group

CA $29
Per adult
Old Town Bilbao Tour in small group
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Full Day Private Sightseeing Tour in Bilbao

CA $382
Per adult
Full Day Private Sightseeing Tour in Bilbao
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Explore Bilbao in 1 hour with a Local

CA $173
Per adult
Explore Bilbao in 1 hour with a Local
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Explore the Instaworthy Spots of Bilbao with a Local

CA $232
Per adult
Explore the Instaworthy Spots of Bilbao with a Local
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Surprise Walk of Bilbao with a Local

CA $232
Per adult
Surprise Walk of Bilbao with a Local
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Bilbao Pintxo Tasting Paired With Spanish Wines

CA $145
Per adult
Bilbao Pintxo Tasting Paired With Spanish Wines
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Casco Viejo Hotel Deals

NYX Hotel Bilbao by Leonardo Hotels
NYX Hotel Bilbao by Leonardo Hotels
3.5 out of 5
Areatza Kalea 4, Bilbao
The price is CA $159 per night from Jun. 16 to Jun. 17
CA $159
CA $175 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 16 - Jun 17
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Bilbao. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (627 reviews)
"Lovely stylish hotel with views of the river and good facilities. Enjoyable breakfast with good options and bar area is comfy and pleasant… although food options seemed limited."

Reviewed on May 22, 2024

NYX Hotel Bilbao by Leonardo Hotels
Hotel Tayko Bilbao
Hotel Tayko Bilbao
4 out of 5
Erribera Kalea 13, Bilbao
The price is CA $282 per night from Jun. 9 to Jun. 10
CA $282
CA $310 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 9 - Jun 10
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Bilbao. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (550 reviews)
"We were made welcome as soon as we arrived. Well trained, knowledgeable and attentive staff. A great place to rest after sampling the joys of Bilbao, wine, pintxos, raciones and much more."

Reviewed on May 16, 2024

Hotel Tayko Bilbao
Petit Palace Arana
Petit Palace Arana
3 out of 5
C/ Bidebarrieta, 2, (en frente del teatro Arriaga), Bilbao, Vizcaya
The price is CA $183 per night from Jun. 23 to Jun. 24
CA $183
CA $202 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 23 - Jun 24
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Bilbao. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8/10 Very Good! (931 reviews)
Great stay in grand old building.
"Hotel location in Old Town was excellently situated right next to the river and all the hot spots. The room and bathroom was very spacious. Beds and bedding were clean and comfortable. The room was very quiet thanks to the enclosed balcony that kept all the street noise out of the room. There was ..."

Reviewed on Apr. 20, 2024

Petit Palace Arana
Casual Bilbao Gurea
Casual Bilbao Gurea
2 out of 5
C/ Bidebarrieta 14 3º, Bilbao, Vizcaya
The price is CA $175 per night from May 30 to May 31
CA $175
CA $193 total
includes taxes & fees
May 30 - May 31
Stay at this pension in Bilbao. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (415 reviews)
"Great staff, excellent location but the bathroom,though new and well kept, was a an issue with the shower. Good pressure but the 1/3 plexiglass screen on the tub did a poor job of containing the water and the result was having to towel the floor."

Reviewed on May 26, 2024

Casual Bilbao Gurea
Sercotel Arenal Bilbao
Sercotel Arenal Bilbao
3 out of 5
Calle Fueros, 2, Bilbao, Vizcaya
The price is CA $164 per night from Jun. 16 to Jun. 17
CA $164
CA $180 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 16 - Jun 17
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Bilbao. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk, and an area shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (307 reviews)
"Location, friendly helpful staff. Noisy at time - lots of street noise at 4 am."

Reviewed on May 14, 2024

Sercotel Arenal Bilbao
room Select Bilbao
room Select Bilbao
2 out of 5
C/ Jardines 9, Casco Viejo, Bilbao, Vizcaya
The price is CA $119 per night from Jun. 9 to Jun. 10
CA $119
CA $130 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 9 - Jun 10
Stay at this hotel in Bilbao. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Guggenheim Museum Bilbao and San Mames Stadium ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (351 reviews)
"Good"

Reviewed on May 19, 2024

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Other neighbourhoods around Casco Viejo

Ribera Market which includes interior views, food and a bar

Bilbao Old Town

4.5/5(14 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
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
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
Bilbao City Hall which includes modern architecture

Castaños

If you're spending some time in Castaños, Bilbao City Hall and Bay of Biscay are top sights worth seeing.

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

Bilbao City Centre

4.5/5(10 area reviews)

Guggenheim Museum Bilbao and Palacio de la Diputación Foral de Vizcaya 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
Guggenheim Museum Bilbao which includes modern architecture, outdoor art and a sunset

Abando

4.5/5(31 area reviews)

Abundant dining options, interesting museums and stunning river views are just a few top things to explore in Abando. A visit to Guggenheim Museum Bilbao or Plaza Moyua might round out your trip, and you can jump aboard the metro at Moyua Station or Indautxu Station to get around town.

Abando

Casco Viejo

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