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
Anna, waitress at breakfast and Pepe the bar tender were awesome.
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
Petit Palace Arana
Very nice little hotel in the heart of vibrant Bilbao.
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
NYX Hotel Bilbao by Leonardo Hotels
Terrific location for exploring the Ribera Market, the old town and the modern shopping area. Can walk to the Guggenheim in about 25 mins along the river. Staff were very helpful. Underground public parking available about 150 yds away with a hotel discount. Rooms are well appointed but quite small, ...
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Sercotel Arenal Bilbao
As a single traveler I found the hotel sufficient. Single room I had was on the smaller size even though the bathroom was spacious. My room was facing the back of the building so no view what so ever. The highlight was the breakfast at the hotel. Quite a good spread including good coffee and tea. ...
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Bilder Boutique Hotel
Nice room, helpful staff and great location.
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
LETOH LETOH Bilbao
Brilliant location, friendly welcome, quirky and interesting room and brilliant location in the Old Town
Reviewed on 26 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, San Mames Stadium and Bilborock 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 San Mames Stadium and Plaza Moyua. 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 San Mames Stadium or Ribera Market and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Basarrate Station or Santutxu Station.
