San Francisco Travel Guide
Bilbao
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Stay near popular San Francisco attractions
Things to do
1-Hour Bilbao city Boat Tour or 2-Hour cruise to Portugalete
Bilbao: San Mamés Museum and Stadium Tour
Bilbao: Gaztelugatxe, Bermeo, Mundaka, Gernika, & Wine Tour
San Sebastian & Biarritz full day tour
Bilbao: Bilbao Cathedral and San Anton Church Entry Ticket
Top hotels in San Francisco
Axel Hotel Bilbao – Adults Only
"This hotel is perfectly located near the old town. We stayed in the junior suite which was amazing with a good amount of space. If I ever come back to Bilbao I willl definitely stay here again."
Reviewed on 10 Aug 2026
Residencia Universitaria Resa Blas de Otero
"Great and affordable place. It was clean and had all that I needed, including a small fridge. The staff was friendly and helpful. It was a great first hostel experience for me and I will do it again."
Reviewed on 6 Jul 2026
Barceló Bilbao Nervión
The Artist Grand Hotel of Art
Occidental Bilbao
"The hotel was everything me and my daughter needed for a three night stay in Bilbao. The staff were helpful and friendly."
Reviewed on 10 Aug 2026
Hotel ILUNION Bilbao
"In every aspect a very good stay of 10 days."
Reviewed on 10 Aug 2026
Where to stay in San Francisco
Bilbao City Centre
Bilbao City Centre is highly notable for its fascinating museums, and you might want to visit top sights like Plaza Moyua and Gran Casino Bilbao. See more of Bilbao by jumping on the metro at Moyua Station or Abando Station.
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.
Abando
Ample dining options, fascinating museums, and beautiful river views are just a few top things to explore in Abando. A visit to Plaza Moyua or Bilbao Fine Arts Museum might round out your trip, and you can jump aboard the metro at Moyua Station or Indautxu Station to get around town.
Indautxu
While you're in Indautxu, take in top sights like Euskalduna Conference Centre and Concert Hall or Bilbao Fine Arts Museum, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Indautxu Station or Sabino Arana Tram Stop.
Casco Viejo
Museums, theatres and historical sites highlight some notable features of Casco Viejo. Make a stop by Plaza Nueva or Plaza Miguel de Unamuno while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Casco Viejo Station or Arriga Tram Stop to get around town.
