Bilbao la Vieja

Bilbao

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Photo by Maria Fidalgo
Photo by Maria Fidalgo
Photo by Maria Fidalgo
Photo by Maria Fidalgo
Photo by Maria Fidalgo
Photo "Bilbao la Vieja" by Fred Romero (CC BY) / Cropped from original
Photo by Fred Romero (CC BY)

Popular places to visit

Guggenheim Museum Bilbao showing a city and modern architecture

Guggenheim Museum Bilbao

Investigate a vast collection of modern and contemporary art both inside and outside one of the most recognizable buildings in Bilbao.

Guggenheim Museum Bilbao
San Mames Stadium featuring a river or creek and modern architecture

San Mames Stadium

Join local soccer fans and shout your support for a well-known European team that calls this spectacular stadium its home.

San Mames Stadium
Plaza Nueva which includes outdoor eating as well as a small group of people

Plaza Nueva

Feast on an appetizing variety of local gourmet dishes while marveling at the architectural splendor of this popular city plaza.

Plaza Nueva
Plaza Moyua showing heritage architecture, a garden and flowers

Plaza Moyua

Take time out in this attractive city plaza and contemplate the beauty and majesty of the architecture of the surrounding historical buildings.

Plaza Moyua
Ribera Market showing heritage architecture, a city and a river or creek

Ribera Market

Bring your shopping bags for three floors of market stalls at this centuries-old fresh produce market in the city’s historical quarter.

Ribera Market
Euskalduna Conference Centre and Concert Hall

Euskalduna Conference Centre and Concert Hall

Attend a conference, concert or dramatic performance, go on a guided tour and browse an eclectic collection of art at this riverside venue.

Euskalduna Conference Centre and Concert Hall

Things to do

Bilbao Interactive City Tour

Bilbao Interactive City Tour

P472
per adult
Bilbao Interactive City Tour
Bilbao’s Timeless Trail: Art & History Walk

Bilbao’s Timeless Trail: Art & History Walk

P26,956
per adult
Bilbao’s Timeless Trail: Art & History Walk
Bilbao Reborn: Feasting in the Comeback City

Bilbao Reborn: Feasting in the Comeback City

P8,725
per adult
Bilbao Reborn: Feasting in the Comeback City
Bilbao: Small-Group Guided Walking Tour

Bilbao: Small-Group Guided Walking Tour

P2,359
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Bilbao: Small-Group Guided Walking Tour
Picture 12 for Activity Bilbao: Gaztelugatxe, Bermeo, Mundaka, Gernika, & Wine Tour

Bilbao: Gaztelugatxe, Bermeo, Mundaka, Gernika, & Wine Tour

P4,650
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
Bilbao: Gaztelugatxe, Bermeo, Mundaka, Gernika, & Wine Tour
Excursion from Bilbao San Sebastian Hondarribia and Getaria

Bilbao: Excursion to San Sebastian, Hondarribia and Getaria

P3,033
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Bilbao: Excursion to San Sebastian, Hondarribia and Getaria
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Top hotels in Bilbao la Vieja

Hotel Bilbi

Hotel Bilbi

2 out of 5
Calle Miribilla, 8, Bilbao, Vizcaya
Stay at this hotel in Bilbao. Enjoy free WiFi, free train station pick-up, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.6/10 Good! (401 reviews)
"Streetcar access close by to get around"

Reviewed on Aug 15, 2025

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Hotel Bilbi
The Artist Grand Hotel of Art

The Artist Grand Hotel of Art

5 out of 5
Alameda de Mazarredo, 61, Bilbao, Vizcaya
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Bilbao. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,004 reviews)
"The bedroom and bathroom were very spacious and the view of the Guggenheim was amazing. The staff were extremely helpful and gracious. The lighting system took a bit of getting used to as there were quite a few ! We loved our stay here in Bilbao and can’t wait to return !"

Reviewed on Aug 20, 2025

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The Artist Grand Hotel of Art
Hotel ILUNION San Mamés

Hotel ILUNION San Mamés

4 out of 5
Calle Perez Galdos, 56, Bilbao, Vizcaya
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P6,653 per night from Aug 31 to Sep 1
P6,653
P7,318 total
Aug 31 - Sep 1
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Bilbao. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (774 reviews)
"Excellent"

Reviewed on Aug 17, 2025

Hotel ILUNION San Mamés
Hotel Silken Indautxu Bilbao

Hotel Silken Indautxu Bilbao

4 out of 5
Plaza Bombero Etxaniz S/n, Bilbao, Vizcaya
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P6,406 per night from Aug 31 to Sep 1
P6,406
P7,047 total
Aug 31 - Sep 1
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Bilbao. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (985 reviews)
"Decent hotel all round"

Reviewed on Jul 31, 2025

Hotel Silken Indautxu Bilbao
Hotel Melia Bilbao

Hotel Melia Bilbao

5 out of 5
Lehendakari Leizaola, 29, Bilbao, Vizcaya
The price is P10,020 per night from Sep 7 to Sep 8
P10,020
P11,022 total
Sep 7 - Sep 8
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Bilbao. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (994 reviews)
"More food options would be nice. Bed comfortable and pool nice."

Reviewed on Aug 18, 2025

Hotel Melia Bilbao
Hotel Sercotel Coliseo

Hotel Sercotel Coliseo

4 out of 5
Calle Alameda De Urquijo 13, Bilbao, Vizcaya
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P7,566 per night from Aug 31 to Sep 1
P7,566
P8,323 total
Aug 31 - Sep 1
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Bilbao. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"The hotel staff and service was exceptional and the breakfast option was well worth it. I felt very welcome and this hotel had a nice homey feel. Great location for walking distance to main areas but far enough away from any central noise. My only complaint would be the hot/cold fluctuations with ..."

Reviewed on Aug 14, 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Bilbao la Vieja

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San Francisco

You'll enjoy the bars and theaters in San Francisco. You might want to make time for a stop at Ensanche or Bay of Biscay.

San Francisco
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Zabala

Zabala might not have many top sights, but Ribera Market and Santiago Cathedral are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Zabala
Ribera Market featuring a bar, interior views and food

Bilbao Old Town

Museums, shopping, and theaters highlight some notable features of Bilbao Old Town. Make a stop by Santiago Cathedral or Plaza Nueva while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Arriga Tram Stop or Casco Viejo Station to get around town.

Bilbao Old Town
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San Adrián

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in San Adrián and surrounding area, you can visit Ribera Market and Santiago Cathedral.

San Adrián
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Iralabarri

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Iralabarri and surrounding area, you can visit Gran Casino Bilbao and Ensanche.

Iralabarri
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Photo by Ugo Cuesta (CC BY-SA)

Santutxu

When in Santutxu and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Ribera Market or Plaza Miguel de Unamuno and hop on the metro to see more the city at Basarrate Station or Santutxu Station.

Santutxu

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