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If you are looking to make your trip an unrepeatable experience, why settle for the same old visits? Discover Bilbao in a completely different way with a bespoke private tour, guided by a local expert who will open the doors to the authentic essence of the city.
Start at the emblematic Teatro Arriaga and let yourself be carried away by the lively Arenal Gardens until you reach the historic Old Town. There, your guide will reveal the stories and secrets that are hidden behind places like the church of San Nicolas or the famous Plaza Nueva, birthplace of the best pintxo bars in the city.
With personalized recommendations and inside information, this visit is tailored to you: at your own pace, your interests and your curiosities, for a relaxed, close and totally captivating experience. You’ll finish your tour on the banks of the Nervión River, with Bilbao’s history and culinary delights still echoing in your memory.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
We wait for you in the Plaza del Arriaga, in front of the facade of the theater with the same name.
Itinerary
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Teatro Arriaga Antzokia (Pass by)
You will begin your visit in front of the Teatro Arriaga, one of the most emblematic buildings in the town. Your guide will tell you why it is dedicated to this composer from Bilbao, nicknamed the "Spanish Mozart", and how this theatre marked the birth of modern Bilbao cultural life.
Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
You will look at the watercourse that has marked the entire history of the city, from its origin as a port town to its role in the Basque industrial revolution. Your guide will explain why it is considered the true backbone of Bilbao.
Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
You will walk through this urban park, gateway to the Old Town, stopping at the Music Kiosk, a traditional meeting point for Bilbaoans for generations. It is a good time to get to know the social and everyday atmosphere of the city, beyond the monuments.
Admission ticket free -
Iglesia de San Nicolas (Pass by)
You will see this Baroque church dedicated to the patron saint of sailors, and in front of it the old Yohn Palace, popularly known as the Stock Exchange building. Your guide will tell you about his role in the commercial and financial development of Bilbao.
Admission ticket free -
Plaza Nueva (Pass by)
You will enter this elegant 19th century portico square, today the epicenter of Bilbao’s social life thanks to its pintxo bars. You will take the opportunity to talk about local cuisine, and your guide will give you personalized recommendations of where to go after the tour, according to your tastes.
Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
Will you come up? If you prefer not to make the complete ascent, we will look at this historic 323-step staircase built in 1745 as an access road to the Basilica of Begoña. Your guide will tell you how this path, originally without stairs, later became the funerary route to the ancient cemetery of Mallona, and you will enjoy one of the best panoramic views of the Old Town.
Admission ticket free -
Plaza Miguel de Unamuno (Pass by)
You will arrive at this square dedicated to the writer Miguel de Unamuno, starting point of the Mallona Causeways and home of the Basque Archaeological, Ethnographic and Historical Museum. A good time to connect literature and local history with city planning.
Admission ticket free -
Bilbao (Pass by)
You will walk through Bilbao’s oldest shopping district, with its portals, centuries-old shops and vestiges of the ancient medieval wall. Your guide will point out architectural details that go unnoticed to those who walk unaccompanied, and will tell you about illustrious characters like Unamuno or Amadeus of Savoy.
Admission ticket free -
Catedral de Santiago (Pass by)
We will stop to enjoy this Gothic cathedral, a mandatory stop on the Camino de Santiago on its northern route. Your guide will tell you about its role as the main temple of the town before the creation of the diocese of Bilbao, and the curious existence of a "second cathedral" in the city.
Admission ticket free -
Mercado De La Ribera (Pass by)
You will enter one of the most emblematic covered markets in Spain, a reference point to discover Bilbao cuisine. Your guide will show you the most interesting stalls and talk about the typical products that form the basis of local cuisine.
Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
You will look out over one of Bilbao’s most characterful and historical neighborhoods, born around an old 15th century Franciscan convent and today known for its cultural diversity. Your guide will tell you about its transformation over the centuries, from working class neighborhood to one of the most multicultural and regenerating enclaves of the city.
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
- 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.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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