Guggenheim Museum Tours and Tickets

Immerse yourself in the artistic wonder of Bilbao’s Guggenheim Museum with a private guide on this cultural tour. Accompanied by your accomplished guide, explore the enthralling exhibitions of the museum in order to discover contemporary and modern art masterpieces; see timeless masterworks like Joseph Beuy’s ‘Lightning with Stag in its Glare’ and gaze at Jeff Koons’ colossal sculpture ‘Puppy’. Gain fascinating insight into different art movements and hear tales of the intriguing lives of some of the artists during this culturally enriching exploration.

The Frank Gehry-designed Guggenheim Museum features on most Bilbao sightseeing itineraries, but often only gets an exterior look. This tour lets you give this world-famous building and its contents the attention they deserve, with a guided exterior and interior tour. Admire the curved-steel facade, tour the outdoor artworks and interior art highlights, and take advantage of the included day-long admission to explore the permanent and rotating exhibitions independently.

The Guggenheim Museum Bilbao is one of Spain’s crown jewels of art and architecture. Zip past the line and see the highlights of this iconic building and its collection of modern and contemporary art in just hours with this guided tour. Learn about why Bilbao was chosen as the location for this important museum and interesting facts about its construction, plus admire works by some of the world’s top artists.

Explore the Basque Country beyond San Sebastian on this full-day tour. Get picked up at your hotel and set out to see the 10th-century hermitage of San Juan de Gaztelugatxe. Stroll through the old town of Bilbao and along the riverbank to see the striking Guggenheim Museum. Lunch in a traditional restaurant is included.

Explore top attractions in the Basque Country on this private 4.5-hour Bilbao and Guggenheim Museum tour. Follow a private guide through the pretty streets of Bilbao and admire the architecture for which the city is famous. Along the way, gain insight into the region’s culture and heritage, and take in top landmarks including the neo-baroque Arriaga Theater, City Hall, Ribera Market and the 14th-century Santiago Cathedral. Mingle with the locals along bustling shopping streets, then visit the famous Guggenheim Museum Bilbao — one of the largest museums in Spain.

Spend a great half day cycling around Bilbao, learning all about the city's highlights from your guide. Either join a small group, or take this tour privately. You'll stop at several places today, including architectural sites, the Guggenheim, parks, government buildings, the Maritime Museum, City Hall, La Ribera Market, and then finish up where you started.

The Guggenheim Museum is one of Spain’s largest art museums and visiting with a private guide ensures you make the most of your visit. Marvel at the museum’s futuristic architecture, then head inside to admire contemporary and avant-garde masterpieces by artists such as Richard Serra, Jeff Koons, and Francesco Clemente.

Immerse yourself in the history, culture, and art of Bilbao with this half-day tour from San Sebastian. Listen to guided commentary on the city and explore the Guggenheim museum's world-class art. Round-trip transportation from San Sebastian means no need to rent a car or fuss with public transportation.

Taste the local foods of Bilbao, pintxos and tapas, on this guided food tour, including beverages like cider, white wine (txakoli), and Tempranillo. You’ll have five stops along the way, where you can try different foods like anchovies, squid, foie gras, octopus, and bacalao in pil-pil sauce. Pair these with your guide’s recommended perfect drink. You’ll also stop at the Guggenheim Museum.

Try this group escape game in Bilbao, titled The Art Thief. The Guggenheim will have something to do with the mystery, but you'll have to find out more once you book. You'll have different team activities, leading you down secret routes, where you'll explore hidden areas of Bilbao. Your teamwork will be evident to see how well you work together and escape.

History buffs and art enthusiasts appreciate this short walking tour around the exterior of the Guggenheim Museum. Your guide shares information about the history of the building designed by acclaimed architect Frank Gehry as well as the modern sculptures outside. Choose from morning or afternoon departures and meet your guide in a central location. 

This private sightseeing tour of the Basque region gives you all the flexibility of independent sightseeing plus all the perks of a traveling with a guide. Choose one of three pre-made 2-day itineraries—all open to customization options—and let your guide handle travel logistics and itinerary planning for a hassle-free trip through the Basque country.

Maximize time in the Basque Country with a 3-day private tour. Explore San Sebastian with a local guide, including sampling Txakoli white wine and visiting a private gastronomic society. Venture beyond San Sebastian with excursions to Biarritz, San Juan de Luz, and Hendaya in the French Basque region. Finish the multi-day tour in Bilbao, including the Guggenheim museum.

If you have a day to visit Bilbao and the Bay of Biscay, maximize your time there and explore with a private local guide. You’ll leave the driving and itinerary to a Basque local, and enjoy a cultural immersion, hearing stories and curiosities as you go. The Guggenheim Museum Bilbao, La Ribera Market, and Mundaka Beach all feature on the route; note that entry fees are extra.

Combine some of the Basque country's top destinations—Rioja, Bilbao, Biarritz, and San Sebastian—on this 4-day tour. This comprehensive excursion with a guide follows a carefully curated itinerary, so you won't miss a thing. You'll learn about the area's culture, history, architecture, food, and people through stops at landmarks and hidden gems, along with guided commentary.

Book this private tour of the Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao which lets you customize the experience however you’d like. Just meet up with your guide at the designated place, discuss the options and your interests, and then your guide will put together the best viewing itinerary. Hear all about the artists and how the museum is such an important part of Bilbao.

This full-day private tour is a great way to experience all Bilbao has to offer. This tour includes a walk-through of the old and new Bilbao; a pintxos lunch in the old quarter; a tour of the biggest indoor market; a guided walk through of the Cathedral of Santiago; a walk by the Arriaga Theatre; and a two-hour visit to the famous Guggenheim Museum.

Maximize your time in Bilbao with a private guide and a sightseeing tour tailor-made for you. Explore Bilbao’s atmospheric Old Town and Ensanche neighborhood, browse the stalls at the La Ribera market, and marvel at architectural wonders such as the Guggenheim Museum, San Mames Stadium, and Bilbao Cathedral. Hotel pickup and drop-off is included.

Join this bike tour and cover some ground in Bilbao. You’ll get to see the sites and hear all about them from your local guide, who will show you the most scenic route. Ride by the riverbank, the past several landmarks, and into the Old Town to check out the medieval architecture. You’ll also keep costs down by sharing your guide with your small group (max 10).

Enjoy this half day tour of Bilbao and the Guggenheim Museum on this guided private half day tour. You’ll be picked up in an air conditioned vehicle, and start your tour exploring the Guggenheim. After this you’ll visit several important monuments, and hear about their history and significance. Also stop by La Ribera Market today to do some shopping. At the end of the day, you’ll be driven back to San Sebastian.

This small group tour takes you all around the Basque region around Bilbao, and takes you to the Guggenheim and Gaztelugatxe, plus Bilbao, conveniently departing from Vitoria. You’ll get picked up from the airport of your hotel, then relax in your car or minivan to travel to the hermitage of San Juan de Gaztelugatxe followed by the Guggenheim. Also enjoy a lunch of traditional pintxos and wine.

This tour is the perfect opportunity to get to know Bilbao in your first day. The walking tour includes a private visit to the Guggenheim museum, the 13th century Old Town, the Zubizuri bridge designed by Santiago Calatrava, La Plaza Nueva, the local Ribera food market and lunch with a selection of 3 pintxos (local tapas) and a local drink. We cover the most important sights of Bilbao in a very relaxed approach and our guides will share with you unique information about Bilbao, the area, nearby towns and local tips to make your visit more delightful.

Get acquainted with Basque country’s largest city, Bilbao, and its famed museum on this two-night visit with hotel, museum admission and buffet breakfasts included. Stroll out of your hotel, Barceló Nervión, and head to Frank Gehry’s architectural masterpiece, the Guggenheim Bilbao. Wander the atmospheric streets as a local guide illuminates the city’s history and culture or hop on two wheels for a bike tour.

Explore the Basque region in depth on this full day tour of the area, where your guide and driver will arrange all the details for you. You’ll have round-trip transportation from San Sebastian in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle. Then you’ll get taken to San Juan de Gaztelugatxe, then Bilbao, and explore several sites along the way. You’ll also stop for an included lunch, too.