Iturrialde Travel Guide

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Popular places to visit

Museum of Passages of Bilbao

Museum of Passages of Bilbao

You can study the exhibits at Museum of Passages of Bilbao, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Bilbao. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the shops in the area.

Museum of Passages of Bilbao
Guggenheim Museum Bilbao featuring a city and modern architecture

Guggenheim Museum Bilbao

4/5(20 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 modern architecture and a river or creek

San Mames Stadium

4/5(1 review)

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 featuring heritage architecture, flowers and a park

Plaza Moyua

4.5/5(12 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 city, a river or creek and heritage architecture

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

Activities

Aerial view of a church in Spain

The Basque Country Full-Day Tour

AU$134
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
The Basque Country Full-Day Tour
Bilbao: Small-Group Guided Walking Tour

Bilbao: Small-Group Guided Walking Tour

AU$63
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Bilbao: Small-Group Guided Walking Tour
Biarritz

Biarritz, Saint Jean De Luz & San Sebastian

AU$125
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Biarritz, Saint Jean De Luz & San Sebastian
Picture 1 for Activity From Bilbao: Loyola, Getaria, Zarauz and San Sebastian Tour

From Bilbao: Loyola, Getaria, Zarautz and San Sebastian Tour

AU$134
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Bilbao: Loyola, Getaria, Zarautz and San Sebastian Tour
Excursion from Bilbao San Sebastian Hondarribia and Getaria

Bilbao: Excursion to San Sebastian, Hondarribia and Getaria

AU$80
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Bilbao: Excursion to San Sebastian, Hondarribia and Getaria
Old Town Bilbao Tour in small group

Old Town Bilbao Tour in small group

AU$45
per adult
Old Town Bilbao Tour in small group
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Our pick of the best Iturrialde Hotel Deals

Apartamentos Olivia by gaiarooms

Apartamentos Olivia by gaiarooms

2 out of 5
Calle Prim, 58, Bilbao
The price is AU$188 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$188
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Bilbao. Enjoy free WiFi, daily housekeeping, and climate control. Popular attractions Guggenheim Museum Bilbao and San Mames Stadium are ...
7.6/10 Good! (9 reviews)
"Leaking toilet - water all over bathroom floor. Laminate bubbling up off the floor all over the place - like walking on a trampoline. Not a very nice area."

Reviewed on 11 Aug. 2025

Apartamentos Olivia by gaiarooms
Ganbara Hostel

Ganbara Hostel

2 out of 5
Prim, 13 Bajo, Bilbao
The price is AU$102 per night from 8 Sept to 9 Sept
AU$102
8 Sept - 9 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hostel in Bilbao. Enjoy free WiFi, daily housekeeping, and a pool table. Popular attractions Guggenheim Museum Bilbao and San Mames Stadium are ...
7.4/10 Good! (17 reviews)
"It was clean and safe. I had a lot of communications with the staff ahead of my trip, and they were swift to respond and very helpful."

Reviewed on 23 May 2025

Ganbara Hostel
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! (999 reviews)
"The bedroom and bathroom were very spacious and the view of the Guggenheim was amazing. The staff were extremely helpful and gracious. The lighting system took a bit of getting used to as there were quite a few ! We loved our stay here in Bilbao and can’t wait to return !"

Reviewed on 20 Aug. 2025

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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
The price is AU$163 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
AU$163
31 Aug - 1 Sept
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! (983 reviews)
"Decent hotel all round"

Reviewed on 31 Jul. 2025

Hotel Silken Indautxu Bilbao
Hotel ILUNION San Mamés

Hotel ILUNION San Mamés

4 out of 5
Calle Perez Galdos, 56, Bilbao, Vizcaya
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$206 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
AU$206
31 Aug - 1 Sept
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! (776 reviews)
"Excellent"

Reviewed on 17 Aug. 2025

Hotel ILUNION San Mamés
voco Bilbao City by IHG

voco Bilbao City by IHG

3 out of 5
Kirikiño Etorbidea 1, Bilbao, Vizcaya
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$167 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
AU$167
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Bilbao. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (332 reviews)
"Nice hotel in an easy access area"

Reviewed on 16 Aug. 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Iturrialde

Ribera Market showing interior views, food and a bar

Bilbao Old Town

4.5/5(8 area reviews)

Museums, shopping and theatres 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
Plaza Nueva which includes outdoor eating as well as a small group of people

Casco Viejo

Museums, theatres and historical sites highlight some notable features of Casco Viejo. Make a stop by Plaza Nueva or Museum of Archaeology Bizkaya while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Casco Viejo Station or Arriga Tram Stop to get around town.

Casco Viejo
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Santutxu

4/5(1 area review)

When in Santutxu and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Ribera Market or Plaza Miguel de Unamuno and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Basarrate Station or Santutxu Station.

Santutxu
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San Francisco

You'll enjoy the bars and theatres in San Francisco. You might want to make time for a stop at Ensanche or Bay of Biscay.

San Francisco
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Zabala

While Zabala isn't home to many top sights, Ribera Market and Santiago Cathedral are some notable places to visit nearby.

Zabala
Bilbao City Hall which includes modern architecture

Castaños

While visiting Castaños, you might make a stop by sights like Funicular de Artxanda and Bilbao City Hall.

Castaños

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