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Guggenheim Museum Bilbao

The museum was designed by the North American architect Frank o. Gehry, and it is located in a 32,500 m2 plot alongside the Nervion River, that is to say that it is located 16 meters under the elevation of the city of Bilbao, and that it is crossed in one of its sides by the colossal bridge of La Salve, one of the main entrances to the city.

 

The building is composed by a series of interconnected volumes; some of them are limestone- coated orthogonal shapes while others are curved and twisted shapes in a metallic titanium skin. These volumes are linked by glass curtain walls for remarkable transparency throughout.

 

Due to their mathematical complexity, the sinuous stone, glass and titanium curves were designed with the aid of computers. The glass walls have been specially used in order to protect the works of art from sunlight, whereas the titanium panels that cover large parts of the building like “fish scales” are half-a- millimetre thick. This material presents great maintenance and protection characteristics.

 

As a whole, Gehry´ s design creates a spectacular and enormously visible structure acting as a sculptural backdrop for the city environment.

Built: 1993-1997

Author: Frank O. Gehry

Style: Deconstructivism

Category: Museum

Type: Museum

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Know with us the vibrant and industrial city of Bilbao, and important cultural centre of Spain. We will visit the famous Guggenheim Museum, designed by Frank Gehry. Inside the museum we can to discover artworks of the most famous international artists... [+]
Know with us the vibrant and industrial city of Bilbao, and important cultural centre of Spain. We will visit the famous Guggenheim Museum, designed by Frank Gehry. Inside the museum we can to discover artworks of the most famous international artists of 20th Century.

Besides, we'll walk and discover the Old Quarter of Bilbao with monuments such as the gothic Cathedral of Santiago, or a replica of Paris Opera's House (Theatre Arriaga). We'll enjoy tasting a traditional Basque wine and authentic Basque "pintxos".

Join us in Bilbao!
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If you are traveling with your family or friends to Bilbao and want to get to know it with a local guide, this is your tour. You will do a two-hour tour while you learn from the explanations of the guide. The route runs from the Old Town and downtown to the modernization of Paseo de la Ribera, with the White Bridge and the Guggenheim Museum. Not forgetting the expansion of the nineteenth century.

This is a complete and essential tour to discover Bilbao along with a private local tour guide.

 

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In addition, you will visit the Alava town of Laguardia, a must-see on the oenological routes around this wine and which preserves its medieval origin.

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You will go by private vehicle on a round trip to take this pleasant guided excursion. All incredible plan for any weekend or family getaway.

Plan your visit

Address and telephone

  • Avda. Abandoibarra Etorbidea, 2. 08001 Bilbao (Vizcaya)
  • +34 944 359 000

Opening times

  • Tuesday to Sunday, from 10:00 am to 7:00 pm
  • June 19 to September 17: open every day, from 10:00 am to 8:00 pm.
  • December 24 and 31: open from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm.
  • Closed: December 25 and January 1.

Tickets and prices

  • Adults: €16 online /€ 18 Admissions desk.
  • Students ages 18-26: €8 online /€ 9 Admissions desk.
  • Seniors>65 / Pensioners: €8 online /€ 9 Admissions desk.
  • Children and youths under 18: Free.
  • Museum Members: Free.

 

Services

Audio guides, Auditorium, Cafe - restaurant, Guided Tours, Library, Shop.

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Know with us the vibrant and industrial city of Bilbao, and important cultural centre of Spain. We will visit the famous Guggenheim Museum, designed by Frank Gehry. Inside the museum we can to discover artworks of the most famous international artists... [+]
Know with us the vibrant and industrial city of Bilbao, and important cultural centre of Spain. We will visit the famous Guggenheim Museum, designed by Frank Gehry. Inside the museum we can to discover artworks of the most famous international artists of 20th Century.

Besides, we'll walk and discover the Old Quarter of Bilbao with monuments such as the gothic Cathedral of Santiago, or a replica of Paris Opera's House (Theatre Arriaga). We'll enjoy tasting a traditional Basque wine and authentic Basque "pintxos".

Join us in Bilbao!
From 35.00 €
If you are traveling with your family or friends to Bilbao and want to get to know it with a local guide, this is your tour. You will do a two-hour tour while you learn from the explanations of the guide. The route runs from the Old Town and downtown... [+]

If you are traveling with your family or friends to Bilbao and want to get to know it with a local guide, this is your tour. You will do a two-hour tour while you learn from the explanations of the guide. The route runs from the Old Town and downtown to the modernization of Paseo de la Ribera, with the White Bridge and the Guggenheim Museum. Not forgetting the expansion of the nineteenth century.

This is a complete and essential tour to discover Bilbao along with a private local tour guide.

 

From 225.00 €
Discover the Rioja flavor by taking an excursion from Bilbao. On your holidays or during your stays in the Biscayan capital, you can choose to escape for a day in a private vehicle with your loved ones to try the wines of La Rioja. [+]

Discover the Rioja flavor by taking an excursion from Bilbao. On your holidays or during your stays in the Biscayan capital, you can choose to escape for a day in a private vehicle with your loved ones to try the wines of La Rioja.

In addition, you will visit the Alava town of Laguardia, a must-see on the oenological routes around this wine and which preserves its medieval origin.

You will taste several DO La Rioja wines along with some pintxos. You don't have to worry about going anywhere to get on the vehicle, as this tour includes pick-up from your hotel.

From 100.00 €
Visit three charming towns on the Urdabai estuary from Bilbao: Gaztelugatxe, with its incredible views from the hermitage that was used to film Dragonstone in “Game of Thrones”; Mundaka and its fishing tradition, and finally the famous Guernica for... [+]

Visit three charming towns on the Urdabai estuary from Bilbao: Gaztelugatxe, with its incredible views from the hermitage that was used to film Dragonstone in “Game of Thrones”; Mundaka and its fishing tradition, and finally the famous Guernica for the canvas by Picasso that is known worldwide.

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Savor authentic Basque Country cuisine in Bilbao in the best way: tasting pintxos paired by Spanish wines.

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Do not miss this delicious experience and book now!

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On the right side is located Getxo. It will be the place where you can see the palaces of Neguri and Las Arenas beach. Without forgetting the beautiful hundred-year-old houses of Puerto de Algorta.

You will enjoy a little getaway around the history that surrounds the two ends of this bridge, declared a World Heritage Site. Moreover, you'll enjoy the advantages of going with your small group, having the guide for you.

 

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