Casco Viejo Travel Guide
Bilbao
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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.
Guggenheim Museum Bilbao
You can study the exhibits at Guggenheim Museum Bilbao, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Bilbao. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.
Top hotels in Casco Viejo
NYX Hotel Bilbao by Leonardo Hotels
Great location with direct access to Old Town and business district. My room was facing the bridge and the park, providing amazing views. The family room was roomy and cosy. The front staff and bar/lounge servers were attentive and friendly. Great breakfast. We really enjoyed the stay and would definitely ...
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
Petit Palace Arana
Staff were very helpful and very clean space.
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
Hotel Tayko Bilbao
Great breakfast
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
Casual Bilbao Gurea
Comfortable room for a short stay in the old town of Bilbao. Clean room, quiet, suitable for solo traveler. Good access to old town & railway station. Helpful staff.
Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025
Sercotel Arenal Bilbao
Nice hotel, nice rooms, pleasant service from employees, nice breakfast, excellent location. No complaints!
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
GOIEN BOUTIQUE HOTEL
10/10 … we only stayed the on night but the room was fantastic, the team were really friendly and the location was perfect for exploring
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Casco Viejo
Bilbao Old Town
Museums, shopping and theatres highlight some notable features of Bilbao Old Town. Make a stop by Plaza Nueva or Arriaga Theater 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.
Bilbao la Vieja
While visiting Bilbao la Vieja, you might make a stop by sights like Bay of Biscay and San Anton Bridge.
Castaños
While visiting Castaños, you might make a stop by sights like Bilbao City Hall and Bay of Biscay.
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.
Abando
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.
Casco Viejo Travel Guide
- Ribera Market
- Museum of Archaeology Bizkaya
- Santiago Cathedral
- Plaza Miguel de Unamuno
- Galeria Da Vinci
- Etxebarria Park
- Perro Fountain
- San Nicolas Church
- Basque Museum of Bilbao
- Church of San Antón
- Guggenheim Museum Bilbao
- San Mames Stadium
- Port of Bilbao
- Bilbao Exhibition Centre
- Sopelana Beach
- Plaza Moyua
- University of Deusto Bilbao
- Vizcaya Bridge
- Bilbao Fine Arts Museum
- Laga Beach
- Bosque Encantado de Oma
- Hospital Universitario Cruces
- Arteaga Castle
- Bilbao City Hall
