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The Essential Tour of Bilbao!
You have the perfect opportunity to enjoy the most complete tour of the historic center of Bilbao.
We have the best team of professional local guides at your service.
Discover the heritage, culture and history of Bilbao with rigor and entertainment, without haste, dressed with anecdotes and curiosities.
Enjoy!
Brief description and itinerary:
From its medieval old town (Las Siete Calles) to the alternative Bilbao La Vieja, we will explore the origins of this mercantile city from the beginning of the 14th century, walking through its first streets, buildings, squares and markets. You will discover the importance of the estuary, mining and industrial activity and historical events. The history of great characters awaits us on a visit essential to know Bilbao
Meeting point: Plaza Arriaga - White Umbrellas
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
We wait under the White Umbrella. Plaza Arriaga is located next to Arenal Bridge, at the entrance to the historic center. The meeting point is opposite the Arriaga Theatre. It is a well known place, easily accessible by metro (Zazpi Kaleak stop) and tram (Arriaga stop).
Itinerary
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Arriaga Theater (Pass by)
The Plaza and the façade of the most important theater in the town. First building with electric lighting of the villa and start of the big events Bilbaínos
Admission ticket free -
1Areatzako Pasealekua
We will discover the aspects of the modernist building and the importance of the center of Bilbao activities
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
San Nikolas eliza (Pass by)
Historic brands, coats of arms, presidential lodging and origins of well-known banks gather around the church of San Nicolas de Bari.
Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
Venue of major events, renowned taverns and Euskaltzaindia of meet in the Plaza most beloved of Bilbao.
Admission ticket free -
2
Let us enter the historic 7 streets...3 streets...and labyrinthine atmosphere of the core of Botxo, a portal that transports us around, powerful families and pilgrims to the origins of the town.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
We will discover Bilbao’s initial function next to one of its most unique cathedrals, perhaps the epicenter of the center of the universe...?
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
On the old Plaza Vieja and heart of Bilbao we will enter a market with Guiness record, much to tell and prove:)
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
Antxon Deunaren Eliza (Pass by)
The powers of Bilbao wait in the corners of a building with well-kept secrets, bridges and merchandise with the raison d'être of Bilbao... the estuary... and wait... that is not the shield of Bilbao...SIP
Admission ticket free -
5
7 centuries and 7 quotes in red gold from ancient mines. Let’s tread and go through the history of one of the most amazing industrial revolutions and its vestiges.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6
And the Ball Street and the Dog Street... let us join them with the most mystical place in Bilbao, old traditions that will tell us about a 20th Century passed by water and wine
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7
And if we also add the corners, anecdotes and best recommendations from each of our professional local guides and their love of Bilbao, you will take hard to find elements on the tour of historic Bilbao with Basque Free Tours Bilbao:)
10 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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