Day Trips & Excursions in Bilbao

Explore top attractions in the Basque Country on this private 4.5-hour Bilbao and Guggenheim Museum tour. Follow a private guide through the pretty streets of Bilbao and admire the architecture for which the city is famous. Along the way, gain insight into the region’s culture and heritage, and take in top landmarks including the neo-baroque Arriaga Theater, City Hall, Ribera Market and the 14th-century Santiago Cathedral. Mingle with the locals along bustling shopping streets, then visit the famous Guggenheim Museum Bilbao — one of the largest museums in Spain.

In this small-group tour from San Sebastian to Bilbao, you'll explore the city's highlights and learn historical information from your guide. Take the stress out of transport planning as hotel pickup and drop-off is included. No need to navigate, as your guide will take you through the Basque City on foot, where you'll taste two pintxos (tapas), and two drinks. You'll visit Guggenheim Museum and entrance fees are included.

Get to know the beautiful architecture and Basque culture of Bilbao during this 8-hour, customizable, private tour from San Sebastian. Pick the Bilbao highlights that suit your interests as you visit attractions like the famous Guggenheim Museum, Old Town, San Mames Stadium, a traditional market, plus much more.

Explore the spectacular and sacred sites of the Basque country on an enriching full-day excursion from Bilbao. Visit grand ecclesiastical structures like the Sanctuary of Loyola to attend an enlightening prayer ceremony; discover the quaint fishing villages that pepper the coastline to see why Bilbao residents favor them for their summer sojourns; and tour the stunning sights of the city of San Sebastian with an accomplished guide. Convenient round-trip transportation from your Bilbao hotel is included in this tour.       

Cruise the curvaceous coastline of Bilbao in a luxurious minivan on a guided 5-hour tour of the city and its sights. See the intriguing industrial areas that propelled Bilbao into prosperity and visit significant landmarks like the Transporter Bridge of Bizkaia and the colonial mansions of the Neguri neighborhood. Visit the quaint coastal villages that pepper the Basque Coast and absorb the tranquil ambience of picturesque marinas on this enriching excursion.