Historical Walking Tour
in Bilbao

Discover Bilbao, a city of bridges and traditions, where every street in the Old Town and every square holds stories of sailors, merchants and artisans

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Description

  • DURATION

1.5 hours

  • MEETING POINT
  • GROUP SIZE

10 people

  • PRICE

30€

15€

20€ *

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*Group price for 7 to 10 adults

Administration fees not included

  • ACCESSIBILITY
  • NOT wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for people with reduced mobility
  • Suitable for pushchairs
  • Suitable for people with limited vision
  • Assistance animals are allowed
  • CANCELLATIONS

Refund if cancelled at least 24 hours prior to the event

Activity details

On this shared tour of Bilbao, you’ll discover the transformation of a city that has reinvented itself without losing its identity. We’ll stroll through the narrow streets of the Old Town, known as the Seven Streets, where tradition and everyday life intertwine among churches, plazas, and centuries-old shops. Afterward, we’ll cross into the modern expansion to explore Plaza Nueva and the lively surroundings of the Ribera Market, before walking along the estuary, the city’s historic and vital hub.

A pleasant and engaging tour to enjoy Bilbao in all its diversity: its historical legacy, its avant-garde architecture, and its vibrant urban character.

  • WHAT IS INCLUDED
  • Local guide
  • All local taxes and charges
  • WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED?
  • Entrance tickets to monuments or museums
  • AVAILABLE LANGUAGES
  • ITINERARY
  • Guggenheim Museum Bilbao
  • Zubizuri Bridge
  • Town Hall Bridge
  • Church of St. Nicholas
  • Arenal Park
  • New Square
  • Miguel de Unamuno Square
  • Catedral de Santiago, Plaza Santiago
  • Ribera Market
  • Dog Fountain, Dog Street
  • Arriaga Antzokia Theater, Plaza Arriaga
  • Moyúa Square

*Please note: itineraries may be subject to change.

  • ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
  • Please arrive 10 minutes early; we will depart at the scheduled time
  • All children and/or babies must be accompanied by an adult
  • Child (aged 4 to 11): maximum 3 per booking
  • Infants (0 to 3 years old): maximum 2 per booking
  • Minimum number of people required for the activity to take place: 2 people

Cancellations
Customers will receive a full refund or credit with 24 hours notice of cancellation. Customers will also receive a full refund or credit in the event of operator cancellation due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. Contact us by phone to cancel or inquire about a cancellation. No-shows will be charged full price.

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Shared Tour in Bilbao: connect with the city and other travellers on the same tour

At the crossroads of the estuary and the mountains, Bilbao stands as a city of contrasts that perfectly blends its industrial past with a vibrant contemporary spirit. With a population of approximately 348,000, this Basque enclave offers a unique experience where tradition and innovation coexist in every corner.

Walk along the estuary

Following the course of the Bilbao Estuary, the Abandoibarra Promenade invites you to explore miles of gardens, iconic bridges—such as the Zubizuri bridge designed by Calatrava—and urban sculptures. At every turn, views of the Guggenheim Museum are revealed, whose titanium curves reflect the water and sky, transforming the shore into a dynamic setting where art and nature intertwine.

Historical and architectural charm

The Old Town, also known as “the Seven Streets,” displays traditional facades, the Cathedral of Santiago, and arcaded squares like Plaza Nueva, where the bustle of social gatherings is part of its charm. Further west, neoclassical buildings coexist with the Isozaki Atea towers and the Azkuna Center—a former grain exchange converted into a cultural center—symbols of the city’s urban rebirth.

Unique gastronomic experience

Bilbao is the epicenter of the pintxo, a snack that pairs perfectly with a good txakoli or a well-drawn caña. From the bars of Plaza Nueva to the stalls of the Ribera Market—the largest in Europe under one roof—the offerings range from the classic cod pil-pil to avant-garde creations. Each street invites you on a sensorial journey where local produce takes center stage.

Culture and leisure for all tastes

The city beats to the rhythm of its world-renowned museums: the Guggenheim, with its avant-garde exhibitions, and the Museum of Fine Arts, with collections ranging from El Greco to contemporary art. In Abando, theaters like the Arriaga and the BBK theater complete the stage offering. And when summer arrives, festivals like Bilbao BBK Live transform hills and squares into vibrant stages.

Bilbao, where the estuary writes its own story and each neighborhood reveals a unique nuance, awaits you with open arms to offer you a unique experience in the heart of the Basque Country.