Tour Information
90 minutes
2.5 miles / 4km
Experience the transformation of Bilbao on this immersive walking tour, where the city's rich industrial heritage meets cutting-edge modern architecture. Begin your journey in Plaza Nueva, one of the most important and lively squares in Bilbao, located in the heart of the Casco Viejo (Old Town). Stroll through medieval streets, explore historic landmarks like the Catedral de Santiago, and admire the architectural masterpiece that is the Guggenheim Museum. Along the way, you'll discover the vibrant Basque culture, indulge in delicious pintxos, and enjoy stunning views of the Nervión River and the surrounding green mountains.
As the tour progresses, you'll visit iconic sites such as the Teatro Arriaga, the innovative Azkuna Zentroa (Alhóndiga), and the bustling Mercado de la Ribera. Conclude your journey by crossing the Zubizuri Bridge, offering panoramic views of Bilbao's skyline and the serene Nervión River. This walking tour seamlessly blends history, culture, and modernity, providing a comprehensive experience of Bilbao's unique charm.
Welcome to Voyage Owl’s walking tour of Bilbao, the largest city in Spain's Basque Country, nestled along the banks of the Nervión River and surrounded by green mountains. Bilbao is a city of contrast...
Stop 1
Our journey begins in Plaza Nueva, one of the most important and lively squares in Bilbao, located in the heart of the Casco Viejo (Old Town). The square, built in 1821, is an excellent example of Neo...
Stop 2
Just a short walk from Plaza Nueva, we enter the Casco Viejo, the historic heart of Bilbao. The Old Town is a maze of narrow streets, medieval architecture, and lively squares that date back to the ci...
Stop 3
Our next stop takes us to the Catedral de Santiago, the spiritual heart of Bilbao and one of its most important historical landmarks. The Catedral de Santiago was built between the 14th and 15th centu...
Stop 4
A short walk from the Catedral de Santiago brings us to the Teatro Arriaga, Bilbao’s most famous theater. Located on the banks of the Nervión River, the Teatro Arriaga is an architectural masterpiece ...
Stop 5
From the Teatro Arriaga, we continue our journey through Bilbao’s transformation by visiting the Azkuna Zentroa, formerly known as Alhóndiga, one of the city’s most innovative cultural centers. The bu...
Stop 6
Our next stop takes us to the Mercado de la Ribera, one of Europe’s largest covered markets and a vibrant symbol of Bilbao’s culinary heritage. Located on the banks of the Nervión River, the Mercado d...
Stop 7
No visit to Bilbao would be complete without a stop at the Guggenheim Museum, the city’s most famous landmark and a symbol of its transformation into a center of contemporary art and design. Designed ...
Stop 8
Our final stop on the walking tour is the Zubizuri Bridge, an elegant pedestrian bridge that spans the Nervión River and connects the Old Town with the modern city center. Designed by the famous Spani...
Our walking tour of Bilbao has taken you through the city’s rich history, from its medieval origins in the Casco Viejo to its modern architectural masterpieces like the Guggenheim Museum and the Zubiz...