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.
San Mames Stadium
Join local soccer fans and shout your support for a well-known European team that calls this spectacular stadium its home.
Plaza Nueva
Feast on an appetizing variety of local gourmet dishes while marveling at the architectural splendor of this popular city plaza.
Plaza Moyua
Take time out in this attractive city plaza and contemplate the beauty and majesty of the architecture of the surrounding historical buildings.
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.
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.
Activities
Biarritz, Saint Jean De Luz & San Sebastian
The Basque Country Full-Day Tour
Bilbao: Small-Group Guided Walking Tour
Bilbao Guggenheim Museum Entry Ticket
Bilbao: Excursion to San Sebastian, Hondarribia and Getaria
Our pick of the best Santutxu Hotel Deals
Spirit Hotel Gran Bilbao
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The Artist Grand Hotel of Art
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Other neighbourhoods around Santutxu
Bilbao Old Town
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.
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 Adrián
San Adrián might not have many top sights, but Ribera Market and Santiago Cathedral are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
Zabala
While Zabala isn't home to many top sights, Ribera Market and Santiago Cathedral are some notable places to visit nearby.
Iralabarri
Though Iralabarri may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Gran Casino Bilbao and Ensanche.