Casco Viejo Travel Guide

Bilbao
Plaza Nueva showing outdoor eating as well as a small group of people

Popular places to visit

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Plaza Nueva

5/5(2 reviews)

Feast on an appetizing variety of local gourmet dishes while marveling at the architectural splendor of this popular city plaza.

Plaza Nueva
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Ribera Market

4.5/5(7 reviews)

Bring your shopping bags for three floors of market stalls at this centuries-old fresh produce market in the city’s historical quarter.

Ribera Market
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Arriaga Theater

4/5(21 reviews)

For your evening's entertainment while in the city reserve seats for a show or play at this spectacular 19th-century theater.

Arriaga Theater
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Santiago Cathedral

4/5(52 reviews)

Wander through ancient chapels, admire centuries-old religious art and visit a Gothic cloister at this important Roman Catholic building.

Santiago Cathedral
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Plaza Miguel de Unamuno

Revel in the lively ambiance of this old town square and tour some of the notable buildings in and around it.

Plaza Miguel de Unamuno
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Museum of Archaeology Bizkaya

4/5(1 review)

Rich with history, Museum of Archaeology Bizkaya is a cultural attraction worth visiting in Bilbao. Stroll along the area's riverfront or experience its fascinating museums.

Museum of Archaeology Bizkaya

Things to do

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Gaztelugatxe, Mundaka and Gernika Tour from Bilbao

฿2,056
Per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Gaztelugatxe, Mundaka and Gernika Tour from Bilbao
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Old Town Bilbao Tour in small group

฿764
Per adult
Old Town Bilbao Tour in small group
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Full Day Private Sightseeing Tour in Bilbao

฿9,930
Per adult
Full Day Private Sightseeing Tour in Bilbao
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e-Scavenger hunt Bilbao: Explore the city at your own pace

฿1,184
Per adult
e-Scavenger hunt Bilbao: Explore the city at your own pace
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Explore Bilbao in 1 hour with a Local

฿4,507
Per adult
Explore Bilbao in 1 hour with a Local
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Explore the Instaworthy Spots of Bilbao with a Local

฿6,034
Per adult
Explore the Instaworthy Spots of Bilbao with a Local
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Top hotels in Casco Viejo

Quartier Bilbao Hostel
Quartier Bilbao Hostel
2 out of 5
Artekale Kalea 15, Bilbao
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿2,124 per night from 22 May to 23 May
฿2,124
per night
22 May - 23 May
Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and daily housekeeping.
8.4/10 Very Good! (63 reviews)
Good One
"It's centrally located in the old town. Walking distance to many places. Very helpful and friendly staff. Free breakfast, but it's not rich enough."

Reviewed on 6 May 2024

Quartier Bilbao Hostel
NYX Hotel Bilbao by Leonardo Hotels
NYX Hotel Bilbao by Leonardo Hotels
3.5 out of 5
Areatza Kalea 4, Bilbao
The price is ฿3,726 per night from 26 May to 27 May
฿3,726
per night
26 May - 27 May
Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews.
9/10 Wonderful! (612 reviews)
Bilbao 1 day stay
"Hotel was in an excellent location near all the major areas of the old city and walking distance to the Guggenheim museum. The hotel surprised us with a free room upgrade - which was lovely. As with other NYX hotels, the decor is modern and flashy with a good vibe in the lounging areas. Parking is ..."

Reviewed on 8 May 2024

NYX Hotel Bilbao by Leonardo Hotels
Petit Palace Arana
Petit Palace Arana
3 out of 5
C/ Bidebarrieta, 2, (en frente del teatro Arriaga), Bilbao, Vizcaya
The price is ฿4,559 per night from 20 May to 21 May
฿4,559
per night
20 May - 21 May
Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews.
8/10 Very Good! (930 reviews)
Great stay in grand old building.
"Hotel location in Old Town was excellently situated right next to the river and all the hot spots. The room and bathroom was very spacious. Beds and bedding were clean and comfortable. The room was very quiet thanks to the enclosed balcony that kept all the street noise out of the room. There was ..."

Reviewed on 20 Apr 2024

Petit Palace Arana
Hotel Tayko Bilbao
Hotel Tayko Bilbao
4 out of 5
Erribera Kalea 13, Bilbao
The price is ฿7,524 per night from 9 Jun to 10 Jun
฿7,524
per night
9 Jun - 10 Jun
Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews.
9.6/10 Exceptional! (546 reviews)
Lovely hotel with a great vibe and location
"We put Bilbao on the itinerary mostly because of the Guggenheim Museum, but after learning about the old town and some of the history, we opted to skip the huge hotels near the museum and found this gem. Great restaurants and night life right there, and it’s still an easy walk to the Guggenheim."

Reviewed on 8 May 2024

Hotel Tayko Bilbao
Casual Bilbao Gurea
Casual Bilbao Gurea
2 out of 5
C/ Bidebarrieta 14 3º, Bilbao, Vizcaya
The price is ฿2,844 per night from 13 May to 14 May
฿2,844
per night
13 May - 14 May
Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews.
8.4/10 Very Good! (412 reviews)
"It was all good"

Reviewed on 28 Apr 2024

Casual Bilbao Gurea
Sercotel Arenal Bilbao
Sercotel Arenal Bilbao
3 out of 5
Calle Fueros, 2, Bilbao, Vizcaya
The price is ฿4,374 per night from 19 May to 20 May
฿4,374
per night
19 May - 20 May
Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk and a local area shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (305 reviews)
"Love location and staff"

Reviewed on 31 Mar 2024

Sercotel Arenal Bilbao
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Other neighbourhoods around Casco Viejo

Ribera Market featuring food, interior views and a bar

Bilbao Old Town

4.5/5(49 area reviews)

Museums, shopping and theatres highlight some notable features of Bilbao Old Town. Make a stop by Santiago Cathedral or Plaza Nueva while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Arriga Tram Stop or Casco Viejo Station to get around town.

Bilbao Old Town
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San Francisco

4/5(1 area review)

You'll enjoy the bars and theatres in San Francisco. You might want to make time for a stop at Ensanche or Bay of Biscay.

San Francisco
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Bilbao la Vieja

3/5(1 area review)

While visiting Bilbao la Vieja, you might make a stop by sights like Bay of Biscay and San Anton Bridge.

Bilbao la Vieja
Bilbao City Hall featuring modern architecture

Castaños

While visiting Castaños, you might make a stop by sights like Bilbao City Hall and Bay of Biscay.

Castaños
San Mames Stadium featuring modern architecture and a river or creek

Bilbao City Centre

4.5/5(33 area reviews)

Bilbao City Centre is highly notable for its fascinating museums, and you might want to visit top sights like Guggenheim Museum Bilbao and Palacio de la Diputación Foral de Vizcaya. See more of Bilbao by jumping on the metro at Moyua Station or Abando Station.

Bilbao City Centre
Guggenheim Museum Bilbao showing outdoor art, street scenes and modern architecture

Abando

4.5/5(118 area reviews)

Ample dining options, fascinating museums, and beautiful river views are just a few top things to explore in Abando. A visit to Guggenheim Museum Bilbao or Plaza Moyua might round out your trip, and you can jump aboard the metro at Moyua Station or Indautxu Station to get around town.

Abando

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