Ibaiondo Travel Guide
Bilbao
Popular places to visit
Plaza Nueva
Feast on an appetizing variety of local gourmet dishes while marveling at the architectural splendor of this popular city plaza.
Ribera Market
Bring your shopping bags for three floors of market stalls at this centuries-old fresh produce market in the city’s historical quarter.
Bilbao City Hall
Tour the interior and exterior of an architectural gem, an important government building that lies close to Bilbao's old town.
Arriaga Theater
For your evening's entertainment while in the city reserve seats for a show or play at this spectacular 19th-century theater.
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.
Santiago Cathedral
Wander through ancient chapels, admire centuries-old religious art and visit a Gothic cloister at this important Roman Catholic building.
Things to do
Bilbao: Gaztelugatxe, Bermeo, Mundaka and Gernika with Txakoli
Bilbao: San Mamés Museum and Stadium Tour
Bilbao visits Architecture and History combined by Bus and Foot
Walking Route San Juan De Gaztelugatze, Bermeo & Gernika
Top hotels in Ibaiondo
Radisson Collection Bilbao
Roof terrace is useless and staff not very helpful.
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Latroupe La Granja
The shared spaces are lovely. They really make an effort to make this place feel comfortable, clean and welcoming. The actual room though are not great. Just bunk beds with curtains. I guess it is nice to have the toilet, sink and shower in the room, but when you are sharing a room, I would have ...
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Axel Hotel Bilbao – Adults Only
The room and communal areas were spotless. We didnt use the spa or breakfast facilities so can't comment on those. Our only regret was that we didn't go for a room with a view and had a room at the back which faced the wall and was a bit dark. Also, would be great if the skybar was open a bit later ...
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Petit Palace Arana
Very nice little hotel in the heart of vibrant Bilbao.
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
Hotel Tayko Bilbao
Excellent location and service. Modern and elegant design. Highly recommended.
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
NYX Hotel Bilbao by Leonardo Hotels
Location is excellent. Rooms are small - good air conditioning/ heating. Beds are comfortable. Breakfast was just ok - limited selection and for a hotel of this standard a bit disappointing. It was quite expensive given the room sizes and breakfast overall.
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Ibaiondo
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.
Bilbao la Vieja
While visiting Bilbao la Vieja, you might make a stop by sights like Bay of Biscay and San Anton Bridge.
Zabala
While Zabala isn't home to many top sights, Bilborock and Ribera Market are some notable places to visit nearby.
San Francisco
You'll enjoy the bars and theatres in San Francisco. You might want to make time for a stop at Bilborock or Ensanche.
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.
Ametzola
While Ametzola isn't home to many top sights, Ensanche and Plaza Moyua are some notable places to visit nearby.
