Bilbao tours, things to do and tickets

With a local born and raised in Bilbao come discover a beautiful city and the amazing Basque cuisine on our 3-hour ‘pintxos’ (Basque tapas) tour of Bilbao. Experience the 700 year old streets of the Old Town with a professional local 100% Basque guide who is an expert in the Bilbao culinary scene. We are the original "Bilbao Food Tour" having pioneered the idea in the city starting in 2014. We will visit 5 bars and sample pintxo styles ranging from traditional to modern. Your guide will pair each tasting with an excellent wine that compliments the pintxo. Wines that we recommend include red wine from La Rioja, Txakoli (a lightly sparkling white wine from the Basque Coast), and more!

Explore the Biscayan coast on a full Gaztelugatxe tour from Bilbao, combining nature, culture, heritage, and cinematic scenery. Visit San Juan de Gaztelugatxe, the Game of Thrones Dragonstone, and climb its iconic 241 steps while your guide shares legends, local stories, and panoramic views of the Cantabrian Sea. Continue to Mundaka, a charming seafaring village in the Urdaibai Biosphere Reserve, where the famous left-hand wave, traditional fishing life, and picturesque harbor streets reveal the Basque Country’s maritime soul. End in Gernika at the Tree of Gernika and Picasso’s Guernica mural, connecting with history, the town’s air-raid shelters, and its symbolic heritage. With hotel pick-up and drop-off, private air-conditioned transport, and small-group or private options, enjoy a relaxed pace, local storytelling, and gastronomic tips, making this a memorable day along cliffs, sea, and history.

All of our guides are basque foodies and want to show you why. They will take you around the city from bar to bar discovering the local food, pintxos, and some local drinks as well. Many pintxos and 5 wines pairings included. You will get to know the history of Basque language and the Basque people, differences between Spain and Basque country and the past and present of Bilbao. We will adapt the route depending on whether you are more eager to walk and see places or if want to try more local foods. You will visit bars and restaurants off the beaten track, avoiding the tourists and experiencing the city like a true local. All allergies and dietary restrictions included, we will personalize the tour for your needs.

We are food passionates and our aim is for you to have a very fun evening while tasting the best Basque tapas/pintxos of Bilbao and discovering the local history and traditions. With us you will taste at least the top 8 pintxos (traditional and modern Basque bites) all paired with a lovely variety of local drinks from wines to vermouths (we have options for all preferences). This tour runs in English and in small groups only so it is much more personal. Our focus is in high quality food and drink, so the perfect choice for the most demanding foodies, just like we are! This experience is as well a fabulous introduction to the history of Bilbao and the Basque Country as we walk around 3 of the most historic neighbourhoods of Bilbao. After the tour you would have learnt the "essential local rules" to order the best food when you are on your own. You will experience it like Basque people: walking around town and hopping from bar to bar pairing local food specialties with drinks.

The city of Bilbao has changed radically in the last 20 years, from being a merely industrial city to becoming an avant-garde city that elegantly combines tradition and modernity. On this Ebike tour, we want you to discover and enjoy both classic Bilbao and that new modern Bilbao, and that through our local guides you get to know our culture from within, as well as our traditions and customs. Virtually the entire route runs through bike lanes and enabled areas away from traffic lanes, guaranteeing safety throughout the entire route. We have a group of local guides, professionals and perfectly knowledgeable of the Villa de Bilbao who are willing to share it with all of you in a fun and casual way, Tourné style.

This half-day tour gives you the opportunity to explore the stunning Basque coastline from Bilbao.

Discover the essence of the Basque Country with a walking tour of its most emblematic spots, a complete discover the city center in Bilbao that blends history, culture, and modernity. This Bilbao tour begins in the Old Town, where the legendary Seven Streets, the Church of San Antón, Santiago Cathedral, and La Ribera Market reveal the city’s most authentic identity. The route continues into the Ensanche, the stage for the great nineteenth-century urban transformation, with its bourgeois architecture and cosmopolitan atmosphere reflecting the industrial and financial boom of the era. Finally, the walk leads us to contemporary Bilbao, where icons such as the Zubizuri Bridge and the Guggenheim museumstand out, symbols of the city’s modernisation and cultural renaissance. This guided visit to Bilbao is perfect for anyone seeking a Bilbao walking tour that lets them get to know the city in just a few hours, combining tradition, history, and cutting edge in a friendly, enriching setting.

Discover the Guggenheim Museum Bilbao exclusively on a VIP tour designed for those seeking an in-depth, convenient, and uninterrupted cultural experience. For two hours, you'll explore both the iconic exterior and interior of the museum, accompanied by an official guide who is an expert in art and architecture. This is a semi-private tour (small group), ensuring a fluid pace, personalized service, and a real connection with Frank Gehry's work and the contemporary collections housed in the museum. - Skip the lines: direct entry, no waiting or stress. - One language: no time wasted with simultaneous translations. - Tickets included: everything is arranged so you can enjoy it. - Official guide: professional training and expert knowledge. - Small group: more time for questions, photos, and details. - 24/7 communication service via WhatsApp Ideal for discerning travelers who want to experience the most iconic museum in northern Spain in total comfort, context, and without crowds.

Bilbao is full by history , you will realise as soon as you walk across its streets , and beacause also we have a friendly way to show you around ,so come and join us for two 2 hours walking tour, you will discover many things about gastronomy,culture, and Bilbao's tradtions , after the tour you gona feel much more like a local ;).

Discover some of the iconic locations of the Basque country on a trip from Bilbao. Walk to Gaztelugatxe, where Game of Thrones was filmed, visit the Bermeo village, and explore the historical Gernika.

Embark on an unforgettable journey along the captivating Basque-French coast, where we’ll visit some of the region’s most iconic villages. First, discover Biarritz, the glamorous summer resort once frequented by European royalty. Next, we’ll head to San Juan de Luz, a charming fishing village known for its stunning landscapes and serene atmosphere. Our adventure culminates in San Sebastián, where we’ll enjoy a breathtaking panoramic view from Mount Igueldo. You’ll also have free time to wander through the picturesque old town, indulging in the world-renowned Basque cuisine at your leisure. This is the perfect opportunity to experience the best of culture, beauty, and gastronomy on the northern coast of Spain and France!

You´ll visit the most beautiful places of the Biscay coast calmly, enyoing all the places. All tours are private, the costumers travel without other people, only you and the guide. I'll take you at your accommodation and we'll return when the tour has finished. The complete visit to Gaztelugatxe requieres a significant effort. It can also be seen from the viewpoints.

Visit Marques de Riscal and Ysios, the two most prestigious wineries that produce excellent wines but also boast world-renowned architecture. In this tour you will be able to discover the magnificence of Rioja through a perfect fusion of vineyards, excellent wines and renowned architects such as Franck Gehry or Santiago Calatrava. Visit Laguardia and take the best pictures form our secret spots and enjoy local tapas for lunch. In case the Ysios winery was closed for visits (sometimes it happens as it´s a very special winery) we will upgrade you for a wine tasting in Carlos San Pedro winery with the best views over the Ysios winery and the Sierra Cantabria mountains. You will taste 4 wines paired with 3 local appetisers. And of course you will be able to take as many pictures as you want of the Ysios building! * Please be aware that these wineries experience high demand and you´ll be joining a bigger group for the winery visit

Discover what makes Rioja Spain's premier winemaking region on this vineyard and winery tour from Bilbao. Visit 3 top wineries to taste the bold, fruity red blends that put Rioja on the wine lover’s map, and admire the architectural styles of other estates, including one designed by Frank Gehry. Stroll inside the city walls of the medieval Basque town of Laguardia on a guided walking tour, and enjoy the stunning scenery found in the region. A visit to 3 historic and emblematic wineries is included to highlight the absolute pinnacle and prestige of the La Rioja winemaking. These estates produce wine that rates in the top 100 of Rioja wines with more than 90 Parker Points. There will be tastings of both red and white wines so you will have a thorough overview of the La Rioja wine region.

From Bilbao, we will take the motorway towards France, until we reach the region known as the "French Basque Country". Our first stop will be Biarritz, where we will take a guided tour of the most famous places in this city. We will then reach the French town of Saint-Jean-de-Luz, where we will discover its most interesting areas on foot. Afterwards, we will go to San Sebastian. Here we will walk around the old town and have free time for lunch. Once we have regained our strength, we will take a panoramic tour of the city, going up to the viewpoint of Monte Igeldo.

Enjoy an amazing 2 Hour Bike Tour around the bests sights of BIlbao with a Local Guide. Learn about the past of the city and the incredible transformation of the last 30 years. We wil see some of the most amazing buildings designed by the world famous architects, such as Frank Gehry, Santiago Calatrava or Cesar Pelli. Check the modern and old Bilbao riding a confortable city bike.

Enjoy a premium day with our wine-tasting tour from Bilbao to La Rioja, designed to savour Rioja wines at their source and understand why this land, cultivated since Roman times, is a byword for excellence. With a local guide and private transport, visit two different wineries, one small, one mid-sized—to compare traditional methods and modern innovations, stroll among barrels, and enjoy a guided tasting to identify notes of red fruit, vanilla, and spices. The tour continues in medieval Laguardia with cobbled streets, vineyard views, underground cellars, and a light pintxos lunch paired with local wines. No expertise needed, just curiosity, good company, and a taste for Rioja’s finest. Small groups and flexible options make it perfect for solo travellers too. *Private experience option available.

This PRIVATE San Sebastian city and coastal tour gives you the opportunity to experience the amazing Basque city of San Sebastain. San Sebastian is one of the most beautiful and elegant cities in Europe. The city has some of the best gourmet pintxo (tapas) bars in the the region, a quaint old quarter, and an absolutely stunning beach in the city center. You will also experience the dramatic and rugged coastline of the Basque Country where we will stop for some visually stunning photo opportunities. We make a stop to see ancient Flysch cliff formations of Zumaia and the GeoPark. The scene overlooking the Atlantic Ocean will leave a lasting impression. This was also a shooting site for season 7 of the Game of Thrones television show. Lastly, we will stop off in the small port city of Getaria for lunch (not included) where you will have the chance to taste some of the finest grilled fish/seafood in Europe!

Explore the Guggenheim Bilbao Museum with a private guide, and spend 1h 30min admiring exciting art and architecture from around the world with an official guide. Meet your guide at the information desk inside the museum and start the fascinating tour to discover the best contemporary and modern art . See timeless masterpieces like Joseph Beuy’s ‘Lightening with Stag in its Glare’ and learn about Expressionist art movements from your guide.

No place in the world excites us as much as the Basque Country. Its culture, landscape, history and society are for us a unique and great mix. We are also very involved in the street culture, the music, nature and sports and we love to share our discoveries and passions with new friends and help them have a real local experience. We have a strong commitment with providing socially sustainable experiences, so between some other good practices we only host small groups for the best experience for everyone involved. Ask about our experiences at the seaside as well! Come join us!