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Bilbao is divided by its river. The city's old town is made up of seven streets: Somera, Artecalle, Tendería, Belosticalle, Carnicería, Barrencalle and Barrencalle Barrena. These streets are the origin of the old town of Bilbao, where you can see the original wall and entrances to the city. The old town is the best place to taste the typical Basque pintxos or txiquito wines.
In this area of the city is the Arriaga Theatre. This building is neo-Baroque in style and was built in the 19th century. Over time, it has undergone various refurbishments, as it was affected, for example, by the 1983 floods. Many plays and operas are performed in this theatre, and important actors and artists from the international scene attend.
The Cathedral of Bilbao, Gothic in style, is under the patronage of the apostle Santiago the Greater and is the oldest church in the Basque city. The New and Miguel de Unamuno Squares are also part of Bilbao's old town. In the square dedicated to the famous Basque philosopher are the Museo Arqueológico de Bizkaia and the Museo Vasco de Bilbao.
Next to the river is located the Bilbao City Hall, an eclectic style building whose most outstanding room is the Arab Hall.
The Ensanche of Bilbao was projected in the 19th century on the other side of the river. The Gran Vía runs through this new area of glass-fronted buildings. Very close to the main artery of Bilbao is the Guggenheim Museum, designed by Frank O. Gehry. The building, with its curvilinear and twisted shapes and clad in titanium, is a work of art in itself. In the Ensanche, you can also visit places such as the Euskalduna Conference and Music Hall, the Provincial Government Palace or the University of Deusto.
Other places of interest in Bilbao include the Basilica of Begoña, built in the 16th century but with various later restorations, and the San Vicente Mártir de Abando Church. The Virgin, "Amatxo", of the Basilica of Begoña is much revered by the people of Bilbao.
In addition to the aforementioned Guggenheim Museum and the two located in the Miguel de Unamuno Square, Bilbao has other cultural centres such as Azkuna Zentroa, Itsasmuseum or the Museum of Fine Arts of Bilbao.
The Basque gastronomy is one of the best in Spain. Among its dishes, the marmitako stew, the Basque-style hake or desserts like goxua, made of sponge cake and cream, stand out.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
Savor authentic Basque Country cuisine in Bilbao in the best way: tasting pintxos paired by Spanish wines.
You and your families or friends will have access to four restaurants in the Old Quarter of the city. Inside each one you will taste their most special pintxo. A local tour guide will immerse to you in the world of taverns and pintxos of Bilbao.
Do not miss this delicious experience and book now!
