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Guggenheim Museum Bilbao

Bilbao, Basque Country, Spain

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Guggenheim Museum Bilbao

A world-famous art gallery housing some of the world’s most important contemporary art exhibitions. In Frank Gehry’s striking swirl of a building.

Adult price: £22

Best for ages 18+

Bilbao Museum of Fine Arts

Bilbao, Basque Country, Spain

man standing infront of two portrait paintings, hung on bright red wall

Bilbao’s fine arts museum boasts a superb collection of masterpieces, from El Greco and Zurburan to Gaugin and Francis Bacon, plus excellent contemporary art exhibitions.

Best for ages 18+

Ribera Market

Bilbao, Basque Country, Spain

external facade of the market

One of the biggest covered markets in the world, this Basque food market is a lush, colourful extravaganza of wonderfully fresh produce.

Best for ages 18+

Basque Museum of Bilbao

Bilbao, Basque Country, Spain

Basque Museum of Bilbao

The Euskal Museoa is a Basque ethnographic museum celebrating the culture and history of one of Europe’s oldest peoples.  It offers a comprehensive journey through Basque history, culture, and traditions, through archaeological artefacts, traditional costumes, Basque language and literature displays, and interactive installations. Closed on Tuesdays.

Adult price: £5

Best for ages 18+

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looking down onto the sweeping bay of Gorrondatxe Azkorri Beach

North of Bilbao, the Atlantic coast is lined with cliffs, stunning lookouts and beautiful beaches, perfect for an afternoon walk, swimming, surfing or even paragliding – all in easy reach of the city metro.

Best for ages 6+

Bilbao Maritime Museum

Bilbao, Basque Country, Spain

external view of entrance

Located in the city’s historic port area, this interesting museum explains the region’s rich maritime heritage, and Bilbao’s seafaring and shipbuilding past. Housed in the iconic Euskalduna Palace, it features a diverse collection of exhibits, historical artefacts, ship models, and interactive displays.

Adult price: £5

Best for ages 13+

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Cafe Bar Bilbao

Bilbao, Basque Country, Spain

external view of Cafe Bar Bilbao, a tiny cafe with blue frontage

A local foodie institution, famous for some of the best pintxos in all Spain. Perfect for after a visit to Bilbao’s Guggenheim – it’s a 15-minute walk from there.

Best for ages 18+

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