Bilbao Old Town Travel Guide
Bilbao
Visit Bilbao Old Town
Popular places to visit
Plaza Nueva
Learn about the local history of Bilbao when you spend time at Plaza Nueva. Visit the area's shops or amble around its riverfront.
Ribera Market
During your trip to Bilbao, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Ribera Market. Stroll along the area's riverfront or experience its fascinating museums.
Arriaga Theater
Get tickets for a show at Arriaga Theater, a theatre with a story to tell in Bilbao. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the shops in the area.
Santiago Cathedral
After visiting Santiago Cathedral, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Bilbao. Stroll along the area's riverfront or experience its fascinating museums.
Plaza Miguel de Unamuno
Learn about the local history of Bilbao with a stop at Plaza Miguel de Unamuno. Stroll along the area's riverfront or experience its fascinating museums.
San Mames Stadium
Catch an event at San Mames Stadium during your trip to Bilbao. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.
Top hotels in Bilbao Old Town
Hotel Tayko Bilbao
Great location, close to everything. Friendly, helpful staff. Welcome drinks and complementary food and drinks at their excellent bar was a great surprise. Upgrading to river view was a smart move as it gave a nice view and lots of light. Nice to have a gym as well. All in all, a great experience, ...
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
NYX Hotel Bilbao by Leonardo Hotels
Great location and lovely hotel. Would stay again.
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Petit Palace Arana
Great hotel Friendly staff Great location
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
Sercotel Arenal Bilbao
Good basic hotel at a great location with lots of dining options nearby. The rooms were good, but one of the rooms had a window with no blinds in the bathroom. The window looked straight into the shower booth and the toilet, so had to cover it with towels and clothes.
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Casual Bilbao Gurea
Very helpful and friendly staff that answered all our questions.
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
Bilder Boutique Hotel
Clean room however very minimal - only one chair for twin bed room, bathroom had no hooks for clothing or towels. Only one low rail. No tissue box or slippers etc
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Bilbao Old Town
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.
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.
Bilbao la Vieja
While visiting Bilbao la Vieja, you might make a stop by sights like Bay of Biscay and San Anton Bridge.
Zabala
While Zabala isn't home to many top sights, Bilborock and Ribera Market are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
Santutxu
When in Santutxu and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Ribera Market or Museum of Archaeology Bizkaya and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Basarrate Station or Santutxu Station.
