Abando Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Guggenheim Museum Bilbao
Investigate a vast collection of modern and contemporary art both inside and outside one of the most recognizable buildings in Bilbao.
Plaza Moyua
Take time out in this attractive city plaza and contemplate the beauty and majesty of the architecture of the surrounding historical buildings.
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.
Bilbao Fine Arts Museum
Spend hours wandering through the exhibition halls of this grand institution that is filled with works of art that span several hundred years.
Itsasmuseum Bilbao
Pick up insights into Bilbao's shipbuilding trade and industrial heritage at a fascinating museum located on the site of a former shipyard.
Gran Casino Bilbao
Why not roll the dice with a visit to Gran Casino Bilbao during your time in Bilbao? Stroll along the riverfront or visit the shops in the area.
Activities
San Sebastian & Biarritz full day tour
Bilbao: Gaztelugatxe, Bermeo, Mundaka and Gernika with Txakoli
The Basque Country Full-Day Tour
1-Hour Bilbao city Boat Tour or 2-Hour cruise to Portugalete
Our pick of the best Abando Hotel Deals
The Artist Grand Hotel of Art
The hotel is just in front of the beautiful museum and walking distance from downtown.
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Radisson Collection Bilbao
Great location and comfortable room.
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Batimont Suites & Apartments
Neat and tidy room at a great location. It is a five-minute walk from the train station. There's also a really cute cafe right next to it, so convenient for breakfast.
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Hotel Sercotel Coliseo
Nice clean hotel in a perfect location. Friendly staff and clean rooms. The breakfast area was sometimes full but the staff helped right away. The hotel climate is under building control, and in april the airconditioning is not yet available. This caused the rooms to be a bit to warm to my liking, ...
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Hotel Miro
Everything about our stay at the Hotel Miro met our high expectations. The staff was very hospitable and the room was spacious, with a view of the Guggenheim Museum. We could walk to dozens of fine restaurants and bars, and the tram is nearby to take a 10 min. ride to Old Town. We hope to return ...
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Mercure Bilbao Jardines De Albia
Spacious rooms, lovely staff. Very central.
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Abando
Bilbao City Centre
Bilbao City Centre is highly notable for its fascinating museums, and you might want to visit top sights like Plaza Moyua and Gran Casino Bilbao. See more of Bilbao by jumping on the metro at Moyua Station or Abando Station.
Indautxu
While you're in Indautxu, take in top sights like Euskalduna Conference Centre and Concert Hall or Bilbao Fine Arts Museum, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Indautxu Station or Sabino Arana Tram Stop.
Art District
Known for its abundant dining options and interesting museums, there's plenty to explore in Art District. Top attractions like Bilbao Fine Arts Museum and Euskalduna Conference Centre and Concert Hall are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Abandoibarra Tram Stop or Guggenheim Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Castaños
While visiting Castaños, you might make a stop by sights like Bilbao City Hall and Bay of Biscay.
Ametzola
While Ametzola isn't home to many top sights, Plaza Moyua and Gran Casino Bilbao are some notable places to visit nearby.
San Francisco
You'll enjoy the bars and theatres in San Francisco. You might want to make time for a stop at Bilborock or Bay of Biscay.
