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The Essential Tour to discover Bilbao's great transformation!
Discover the heritage, culture and history of Bilbao in a rigorous and entertaining way, without rushing, seasoned with anecdotes and curiosities.
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From the expansion to the new architecture in Abandoibarra, you will learn about the transformation that has revolutionized Bilbao.
A world-renowned and award-winning urban landscape, driven by architectural highlights and monumental works. A grand tour of Bilbao's most iconic and important buildings, accompanied by historical moments and anecdotes.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
We wait under the White Umbrella Arriaga Square is located next to the Arenal Bridge, at the entrance to the historic center. The meeting point is in front of the Arriaga Theatre. It's a well-known spot, easily accessible by metro (Zazpi Kaleak stop) and tram (Arriaga stop).
The tour ends in the vicinity of the Guggenheim Museum, usually next to Puppy or in the neighboring Plaza Euskadi, next to the Museum of Fine Arts.
Itinerary
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1City Hall
Late 19th century building by Joaquin Rucoba, next to the estuary, the town hall bridge and the enlarged sculpture of the ovoid variant by the Basque sculptor Jorge Oteiza.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Puente Zubizuri
Controversial bridge by architect Santiago Calatrava, inaugurated in 1997
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Isozaki Atea
Gate and block of residential buildings and skyscrapers by the Japanese architect, and a gesture of connection between the estuary and the classic expansion of Bilbao.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
A promenade along the old railway tracks and industrial area of old Bilbao, redesigned as a new place for the transit and enjoyment of citizens, as well as a space for multiple sculptures and art.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5La Salve zubia
An important and brutal tension bridge from the late 20th century that determined the positioning of the current Guggenheim Museum.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6Guggenheim Museum Bilbao
360º external exhibition of the Guggenheim Museum Bilbao collection, comprising the works of great artists.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7Puppy
Main entrance area to the Guggenheim Museum and renowned sculpture by J.Koons with multiple adjacent streets and anecdotes.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
8Bilbao Fine Arts Museum
Euskadi Square and the entrance to the fine arts museum offer an unbeatable view of the urban planning of great architects on the old shipyards and storage areas of the town.
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.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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