Bilbao Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Bilbao
Where to stay in Bilbao
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.
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.
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.
Indautxu
While you're in Indautxu, take in top sights like Ensanche or Euskalduna Conference Centre and Concert Hall, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Indautxu Station or Sabino Arana Tram Stop.
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 Ensanche.
The Artist Grand Hotel of Art
"Fantastic place to enjoy a quick visit to the area."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Radisson Collection Bilbao
"Terrace bar and breakfast were adequate. Food was tasty. The pool heater was broken. There was no gym either. The staff is outstanding. They were courteous and professional. Came through with my requests easily and that was the bonus."
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Latroupe La Granja
"Excellent value for money in great location. Definately take the breakfast as it is very good selection and superb coffee. Nightly events and shared rooms make for a relaxed, friendly place. Thank you - i would definitely stay here again."
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Batimont Suites & Apartments
"We stayed at Batimont Suites & Apartments in Bilbao for a weekend and booked a studio, expecting it to be quite small—but we were pleasantly surprised by how spacious it was. The studio was a very good size and had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. The location was perfect: just moments ..."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Livensa Living Studios Bilbao
"Es terriblemente incómodo para una pareja hospedarse ahí. La cama doble está apoyada por uno de sus costados en la pared, por lo que resulta muy incómodo. Al igual que moverse en ese espacio con dos maletas."
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Líbere Bilbao Ledesma
"Apartment was excellent in many aspects - location, accessibility, comfiest sleeper couch, and lovely bathroom. Slight niggles - no bottle opener, 1 cutting knife which was quite blunt, no dishwashing supplies (not even a kitchen towel or cloth), and the aircon was temperamental. The hosts were very ..."
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
Euskalduna Conference Centre and Concert Hall
Euskalduna Conference Centre and Concert Hall is just one of the places to see in Bilbao, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.
Plaza Moyua
Learn about the local history of Bilbao when you spend time at Plaza Moyua. 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.
Other places like Bilbao
- San Mames Stadium
- Guggenheim Museum Bilbao
- Port of Bilbao
- Sopelana Beach
- Bilbao Exhibition Centre
- Plaza Moyua
- Ribera Market
- University of Deusto Bilbao
- Vizcaya Bridge
- Bilbao Fine Arts Museum
- La Arena Beach
- Bilbao City Hall
- Plaza Miguel de Unamuno
- Museum of Archaeology Bizkaya
- Santiago Cathedral
- Hospital Universitario Cruces
- Itsasmuseum Bilbao
- Zubizuri Bridge
- Abra Getxo Marina
- Arrigunaga Beach
- Palacio de la Diputación Foral de Vizcaya
- Bizkaia Frontoia
- Castle of Butron
- Punta Galea
- Bilborock
