Casco Viejo

Bilbao

Plaza Nueva which includes outdoor eating as well as a small group of people
Plaza Nueva showing interior views and street scenes as well as a couple
Plaza Nueva which includes heritage architecture and a square or plaza
Plaza Nueva which includes heritage elements and interior views
Plaza Nueva featuring outdoor eating and heritage elements as well as a small group of people

Popular places to visit

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
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
Arriaga Theater showing heritage architecture and a river or creek

Arriaga Theater

For your evening's entertainment while in the city reserve seats for a show or play at this spectacular 19th-century theater.

Arriaga Theater
Santiago Cathedral which includes heritage architecture and a church or cathedral

Santiago Cathedral

Wander through ancient chapels, admire centuries-old religious art and visit a Gothic cloister at this important Roman Catholic building.

Santiago Cathedral
Plaza Miguel de Unamuno featuring street scenes and a city as well as a small group of people

Plaza Miguel de Unamuno

Revel in the lively ambiance of this old town square and tour some of the notable buildings in and around it.

Plaza Miguel de Unamuno

Museum of Archaeology Bizkaya

You can study the exhibits at Museum of Archaeology Bizkaya, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Bilbao. Visit the area's shops or amble around its riverfront.

Museum of Archaeology Bizkaya

Things to do

Bilbao: Small-Group Guided Walking Tour

Bilbao: Small-Group Guided Walking Tour

P2,271
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Bilbao: Small-Group Guided Walking Tour
Old Town Bilbao Tour in small group

Old Town Bilbao Tour in small group

P1,622
per adult
Old Town Bilbao Tour in small group
Bilbao Must See Attractions Walking Tour With A Guide

Bilbao Must See Attractions Walking Tour With A Guide

P2,141
per adult
Bilbao Must See Attractions Walking Tour With A Guide
Secrets of Casco Viejo in Bilbao: Quest Experience

Secrets of Casco Viejo in Bilbao: Quest Experience

P551
per adult
Secrets of Casco Viejo in Bilbao: Quest Experience
Bilbao Historical Small Group Tour

Bilbao Historical Small Group Tour

P1,664
per adult
Bilbao Historical Small Group Tour
BILBAO gastronomy Gastronomic experience through walks, workshops or pintxos routes (Basque deck).

CERTAL Exclusive Tour: LA RIBERA Market + GASTROBARS Bilbao (3h)

P3,893
per adult
CERTAL Exclusive Tour: LA RIBERA Market + GASTROBARS Bilbao (3h)
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Top hotels in Casco Viejo

NYX Hotel Bilbao by Leonardo Hotels
NYX Hotel Bilbao by Leonardo Hotels
3.5 out of 5
Areatza Kalea 4, Bilbao
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The price is P4,864 per night from Jun 29 to Jun 30
P4,864
P5,350 total
Jun 29 - Jun 30
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Bilbao. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (916 reviews)
"Great hotel in center of town. Metro just 5 mins. Shopping in 7 mins walk. Hope on n off opposite hotel. Only one complain, No kettle for tea lovers. However hotel has coffee machine which one can use hot water for tea. Very good hotel. Good buffet bfast. Will definitely use NYX again."

Reviewed on Jun 23, 2025

NYX Hotel Bilbao by Leonardo Hotels
Petit Palace Arana
Petit Palace Arana
3 out of 5
C/ Bidebarrieta, 2, (en frente del teatro Arriaga), Bilbao, Vizcaya
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P5,383 per night from Jun 29 to Jun 30
P5,383
P5,921 total
Jun 29 - Jun 30
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Bilbao. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8/10 Very Good! (991 reviews)
"Perfectly situated historic hotel in the historic part of Bilbao. Absolutely loved it. We'll stay again. It's very conveniently located for our purposes, with a great staff."

Reviewed on Jun 22, 2025

Petit Palace Arana
Sercotel Arenal Bilbao
Sercotel Arenal Bilbao
3 out of 5
Calle Fueros, 2, Bilbao, Vizcaya
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The price is P5,465 per night from Jun 29 to Jun 30
P5,465
P6,011 total
Jun 29 - Jun 30
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Bilbao. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk, and an area shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (436 reviews)
"Central location, clean and spacious rooms and friendly staff."

Reviewed on Jun 23, 2025

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Hotel Tayko Bilbao
Hotel Tayko Bilbao
4 out of 5
Erribera Kalea 13, Bilbao
The price is P12,065 per night from Jul 6 to Jul 7
P12,065
P13,272 total
Jul 6 - Jul 7
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Bilbao. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (735 reviews)
"Great position for the old town and riverside. Characterful property, comfortable rooms. Very friendly and helpful team."

Reviewed on Jun 22, 2025

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Casual Bilbao Gurea
Casual Bilbao Gurea
2 out of 5
C/ Bidebarrieta 14 3º, Bilbao, Vizcaya
Stay at this pension in Bilbao. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (467 reviews)
"There are many rooms that share bathrooms (in the hallway) and several rooms with a private bath. So pay attention when booking. Our room was spacious."

Reviewed on Jun 18, 2025

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3.5 out of 5
Somera, 1, Bilbao, Bizkaia
The price is P9,112 per night from Jul 1 to Jul 2
P9,112
P10,024 total
Jul 1 - Jul 2
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Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Bilbao. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Popular attractions San Mames Stadium and Guggenheim ...
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"Very nice place to stay"

Reviewed on Jun 23, 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Casco Viejo

Ribera Market which includes interior views, food and a bar

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
Lovely small chilled out bar for a decent beer.

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
Bilbao la Vieja lies just across the river from the Old Town. The streets in this space, which takes in the Bilbao la Vieja, San Francisco and Zabala districts, are covered with urban wall art and a very interesting collection of architecture. The barrio of San Francisco lies just south of Abando and is an immigrant area, a very lively neighborhood. #Architecture #Bilbao #Spain

Bilbao la Vieja

While visiting Bilbao la Vieja, you might make a stop by sights like Bay of Biscay and San Anton Bridge.

Bilbao la Vieja
Bilbao City Hall which includes modern architecture

Castaños

If you're spending some time in Castaños, Funicular de Artxanda and Bilbao City Hall are top sights worth seeing.

Castaños
San Mames Stadium which includes a river or creek and modern architecture

Bilbao City Centre

San Mames Stadium and Plaza Moyua are top sights in Bilbao City Centre, and you should be sure to explore the fascinating museums. Hop aboard the metro at Moyua Station or Abando Station to see more sights in the area.

Bilbao City Centre
Guggenheim Museum Bilbao which includes modern architecture, outdoor art and a sunset

Abando

Abundant dining options, interesting museums and stunning 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.

Abando

Casco Viejo