Top Experiences in Bilbao

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During your visit to Bilbao, a city rich in culture, history, and gastronomy, consider the following activities to make the most of your trip. For those who want to see the city's popular sites, like the Guggenheim Museum and Ribera Market, consider something similar to this guided walk along the Nervión River. If you'd prefer a food-focused experience, check out an outing like this culinary adventure of the Old Town, where you'll stop and enjoy pintxos and wine. You can also book an experience focusing solely on wine, such as this winemaking workshop in Bilbao, where you'll learn the art of blending wines and bottle your own creation. 
Bilbao City Center
Guided City Walk
5.0
(2)
3.5 hours
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Private
Explore Bilbao with a little help from a knowledgeable and passionate local. You'll walk along the beautiful Nervión River toward the world-renowned Guggenheim Museum, designed by famous architect Frank Gehry. As you stroll, your guide will detail the history of the Basque culture and language...
Secrets of Bilbao Bike Ride
5.0
(2)
3 hours
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Small group
Explore beautiful, historic, and modern Bilbao by bike, one of the best cities in Spain for cycling. Biking gives the advantage of seeing more in less time, meaning you can zip through the city's historic Old Town and enjoy its modern neighborhoods. Along the way, you'll make quite a few stops to...
Pintxos & Wine Tasting Walk
5.0
(1)
2.5 hours
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Small group
Discover why Bilbao has such a foodie reputation and indulge in the city's finest pintxos. With the help of a local guide leading the way, you'll walk through the city's historic Casco Viejo and modern neighborhoods, stopping to taste pintxos, the Spanish Basque Country's version of tapas. Learn...
Tour the production facilities of a winery
Winemaking Workshop
To experience Spanish wine culture, you typically must leave the city behind and head out into the countryside. But in Bilbao, you can enjoy an urban winemaking experience right in the heart of the city. Perfect for wine lovers, you'll create your own bottle of wine! To start, you'll join the...
Cooking Class
3.5 hours
·
Small group
Get a taste of Basque Country with this hands-on cooking class in Bilbao. A skilled chef will teach you how to create regional dishes, from Tolosa bean stew to baked piquillo peppers, resulting in a delicious three-course meal. Afterward, feast on your creations in the private dining room,...
Guggenheim Visit with a Private Guide
2 hours
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Private
Discover the wonders of the Museo Guggenheim in Bilbao on this insightful tour led by a local expert. Start at the main entrance, then delve into the museum's most famous works like "Maman" by Louise Bourgeois and "The Matter of Time" by Richard Serra. As you browse the museum, your private guide...
Guggenheim Museum, History & Gastronomy Experience
5 hours
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Private
Enjoy a private stroll in Bilbao by combining its history and world-famous gastronomy. A passionate local guide will lead you around the city, through Bilbao's colorful Old Town, into its modern neighborhoods, along the river, and to the Guggenheim Museum. Along the way, learn about its history...
Picos de Europa National Park & Potes
9 hours
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Private
Explore the Parque Nacional de los Picos de Europa (Picos de Europa National Park) on a day trip with an expert private guide. Drive through the rugged landscape in a 4WD, enjoying views of river valleys, gorges, lush meadows, and jagged mountains. You'll stop to wander the historic village of...
Basque Coast Day Trip
6 hours
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Small group
Perfect for history buffs and nature lovers, this day trip loops north from Bilbao to include some of northern Spain's most dramatic coastal scenery and important cultural sites. You'll start with a stop at San Juan de Gaztelugatxe, a 10th-century hermitage and "Game of Thrones" filming location,...

Experiences in Bilbao, Spain

Bilbao
Best Things to Do in Bilbao

Bilbao is known for gastronomy and the architecture of Frank Gehry's Guggenheim Museum. Combine modern art with the city's world-renown culinary scene, impressive architecture, and quaint historic core. Discover Northern Spain's gastronomy by savoring pintxos, learning how to make wine, or taking a cooking class. Pair a visit to the Guggenheim with a city tour and admire architecture beyond the quirky. Or, explore outside the city center and enjoy the Picos de Europa, a mountain range that rivals the Alps.

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