Elexalde Travel Guide
Bilbao
Popular places to visit
San Mames Stadium
Join local soccer fans and shout your support for a well-known European team that calls this spectacular stadium its home.
Guggenheim Museum Bilbao
Investigate a vast collection of modern and contemporary art both inside and outside one of the most recognizable buildings in Bilbao.
Plaza Nueva
Feast on an appetizing variety of local gourmet dishes while marveling at the architectural splendor of this popular city plaza.
Euskalduna Conference Centre and Concert Hall
Attend a conference, concert or dramatic performance, go on a guided tour and browse an eclectic collection of art at this riverside venue.
Plaza Moyua
Take time out in this attractive city plaza and contemplate the beauty and majesty of the architecture of the surrounding historical buildings.
Vizcaya Bridge
You can find out about the history of Bilbao with a trip to Vizcaya Bridge. Visit the shops and lively bars in this walkable area.
Things to do
Bilbao: San Mamés Museum and Stadium Tour
San Sebastian & Biarritz full day tour
Walking Route San Juan De Gaztelugatze, Bermeo & Gernika
Bilbao Guggenheim Museum Entry Ticket
Top hotels in Elexalde
The Artist Grand Hotel of Art
Yes
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Express Bilbao by IHG
Yes,good quality
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Barceló Bilbao Nervión
Spatious room
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Hotel Sercotel Coliseo
Great value, centrally located, very nice rooms, and a breakfast to “die for” I liked this hotel very much. It was easy walking distance to major attractions like Guggenheim Museum, Old Town, Metro Stations, and Gran Via. My room was quiet, and well laid out. The included breakfast had a lot of great ...
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025
Axel Hotel Bilbao – Adults Only
El hotel muy bueno su personal excelente, muy cerca del casco viejo y de las principals attractions, muy recommended para pasar Unas magnificas vacaciones
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Hotel Miro
Hotel Miró is in a fantastic location, the public park area is right across the street and the museum is just a short 2–3 minute walk away, which made sightseeing so easy. The room itself was great. It was very clean, and I have to mention that the bed and pillows were exceptionally comfortable, ...
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Elexalde
Santutxu
When in Santutxu and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Ribera Market or Plaza Miguel de Unamuno and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Basarrate Station or Santutxu Station.
Ibaiondo
If you're spending time in Ibaiondo, check out sights like Bizkaia Frontoia or Ribera Market and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Atxuri Tram Station or Ribera Tram Stop.
Casco Viejo
Museums, theatres and historical sites highlight some notable features of Casco Viejo. Make a stop by Plaza Nueva or Museum of Archaeology Bizkaya while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Casco Viejo Station or Arriga Tram Stop to get around town.
Bilbao la Vieja
While visiting Bilbao la Vieja, you might make a stop by sights like Bay of Biscay and San Anton Bridge.
Bilbao Old Town
Museums, shopping and theatres highlight some notable features of Bilbao Old Town. Make a stop by Plaza Nueva or Arriaga Theater while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Arriga Tram Stop or Casco Viejo Station to get around town.
Uribarri
While visiting Uribarri, you might make a stop by sights like Bilbao City Hall and Bay of Biscay.
