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Popular places to visit

Guggenheim Museum Bilbao featuring 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 which includes modern architecture and a river or creek

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 featuring heritage architecture, flowers and a park

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 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
University of Deusto Bilbao

University of Deusto Bilbao

Explore the campus of University of Deusto Bilbao as part of your travels around Bilbao. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.

University of Deusto Bilbao

Activities

Biarritz

Biarritz, Saint Jean De Luz & San Sebastian

AU$126
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

AU$135
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
Bilbao Guggenheim Museum Entry Ticket

Bilbao Guggenheim Museum Entry Ticket

AU$54
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

AU$45
per adult
Old Town Bilbao Tour in small group
Excursion from Bilbao San Sebastian Hondarribia and Getaria

Bilbao: Excursion to San Sebastian, Hondarribia and Getaria

AU$97
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Bilbao: Excursion to San Sebastian, Hondarribia and Getaria
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Our pick of the best San Francisco Hotel Deals

Axel Hotel Bilbao – Adults Only

Axel Hotel Bilbao – Adults Only

4 out of 5
Mesedeetako Kaia 3, Bilbao
The price is AU$271 per night from 23 July to 24 July
AU$271
23 July - 24 July
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (124 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 7 Jul. 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 5 May 2025

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Hotel ILUNION San Mamés

Hotel ILUNION San Mamés

4 out of 5
Calle Perez Galdos, 56, Bilbao, Vizcaya
The price is AU$188 per night from 27 July to 28 July
AU$188
27 July - 28 July
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! (754 reviews)
"Supper nice"

Reviewed on 6 Jul. 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
The price is AU$540 per night from 22 Aug to 23 Aug
AU$540
22 Aug - 23 Aug
includes taxes & 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! (1,004 reviews)
"What a beautiful hotel in Bilbao. The staff is so helpful and kind, definitely a great place to stay!!"

Reviewed on 21 Jul. 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
The price is AU$198 per night from 31 July to 1 Aug
AU$198
31 July - 1 Aug
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! (985 reviews)
"Everything was excellent"

Reviewed on 21 Jul. 2025

Hotel Silken Indautxu Bilbao
Hotel ILUNION Bilbao

Hotel ILUNION Bilbao

3 out of 5
Calle Rodriguez Arias 66, Bilbao, Vizcaya
The price is AU$197 per night from 29 July to 30 July
AU$197
29 July - 30 July
includes taxes & 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 9 Jul. 2025

Hotel ILUNION Bilbao
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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
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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
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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 modern architecture and a river or creek

Bilbao City Centre

4/5(2 area reviews)

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.

Bilbao City Centre
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San Adrián

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

San Adrián
Guggenheim Museum Bilbao featuring modern architecture, street scenes and a sunset

Abando

4.5/5(22 area reviews)

Ample dining options, fascinating museums, and beautiful 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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