Bilbao Tours, Tickets & Excursions

Foodies will want to join this guided walking tour of Bilbao to learn about the gastronomy of Northern Spain. Indulge in Basque tapas, pintxos, and miniature cuisine, as well as wine pairings, Basque craft beers, and other traditional local drinks. Discover the roots of each dish and drink, its ingredients, and how you can recreate it at home. Experience Bilbao like the Basque people.

Take an exclusive look at the Rioja region’s most beautiful wineries, Marques de Riscal and Ysios. Both are architectural gems that produce delicious Spanish Rioja wines. This small-group tour allows you to experience the wine, the vineyards, and architectural highlights from Frank Gehry and Santiago Calatrava, plus a stop in Laguardia for lunch. The experience is semi-private so that you can explore the space and enjoy the wines without the crowds.

Learn more about Spanish wine on this fun small-group day tour of two wineries near Bilbao. Get the chance to sample the Rioja wine that comes from this northern Spanish region. Walk through the vineyards and learn how wine is made. A fun way to indulge in a glass or three without worrying about driving back to your hotel after.

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.

Visit iconic San Juan de Gaztelugatxe, aka the castle rock, during this full-day tour that includes stops in Bermeo and Gernika. Climb the narrow, winding steps connecting this castle built high on a rocky island to the mainland and overlook the sea and stunning landscape. Featured on the HBO show “Game of Thrones”, this tour lets you visit “Dragonstone” in real life.

Sr. Buelga is a knowledgeable guide with a bachelor in geology and lots of experience touring Spain. Included in the price are: quality meals/drinks (lunch in one of the best restaurants of the area, snacks and if desired dinner), tickets to the amazing Fuente De cable car and a professionally made photographic report of your tour. Let's design a customized tour from Santander to the Picos de Europa and back to the city stopping in selected places and villages throughout the journey. This is a private tour with a maximum of four people, it can be completely customized to the likes of the customer. Vehicle: 4WD Toyota Land Cruiser. I am focused in tourism & geology but some people consider I am a true foodie so I always point to my customers to the type of food that they like. The Picos de Europa National Park offers some of Europe's most spectacular mountain scenery. This is only a one day tour but it is just enough for an unforgettable visit to the Picos de Europa and Cantabria.

Enjoy a flexible itinerary and personalized attention on this private tour of San Sebastian and the Basque coast. Departing from Bilbao with a private guide, you and your private party will explore San Sebastian to taste some traditional pintxo (tapas), stroll on the beach, and explore the quaint city center. Along the Basque coast, make stops in Zumaia as well as in Getaria for a seafood lunch.

You´ll visit the most beautiful places of the Biscay coast calmly, enyoing all the places. All tours are private, the costumers travel without other people, only you and the guide. I'll take you at your accommodation and we'll return when the tour has finished. The complete visit to Gaztelugatxe requieres a significant effort. It can also be seen from the viewpoints.

Learn all about traditional pintxos (the Basque version of Spanish tapas) on a guided walking tour of Bilbao's bars. At each stop, sample one or two of these delightful little bar snacks accompanied with a glass of wine, beer, or hard cider. Get an insider's perspective of the ancient part of the city that dates back to 1300. Consider booking this tour at the beginning of your Bilbao vacation so you can return to your favorite hotspots for more pintxo sampling.

Enjoy a dinner to remember—and discover the highlights of Bilbao’s vibrant food scene—during this small-group food tour. Meet your guide in central Bilbao, and be sure to come hungry: you’ll taste the best of the city’s many pintxos (tapas) bars. Try a number of local bites, learn all about what sets the Basque Country’s culinary offerings apart, enjoy drinks with your nibbles, and follow your guide to locals-frequented favorites.

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.

Discover what makes La Rioja Spain's premier winemaking region on this private, customizable wine tour from Bilbao. Visit two top wineries to taste the bold, fruity red blends that put Rioja on the wine lover’s map, and admire the architectural styles of other estates, including one designed by Frank Gehry. Stroll inside the city walls of the medieval Basque town of Laguardia on a guided walking tour, and enjoy the flexibility of a private tour that's tailored to your group’s interests.

Rioja lovers will love this private tour of three different family wineries near Bilbao. Or if you’re not a rioja lover before the tour, you’ll become one after. You’ll have transportation the entire way, so you can indulge in as many tastings as you like. You’ll be able to see the variation as you learn how each is produced. You’ll have a relaxing lunch today, too.

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.

See many of the most charming areas of the Basque Coast with this day tour. You’ll start with chic Biarritz, once a summer getaway for European royals, followed by a stop at Saint Jean de Luz, where you can try out local treats. Then it’s San Sebastian, where you’ll have free time to explore or grab lunch into the famous old town, before embarking on a walking tour followed by a visit to Mount Igueldo.

Book this tour for a dose of nature followed by a regional gastronomic treat. You’ll have both a hike in San Juan de Gaztelugatxe, a chance to do some exploring of fishing villages and the local area, and then sit down, or stand up, while enjoying a delicious pintxos lunch with drinks.

On this full-day private tour, you’ll explore the stunning coastline of the Basque region in your own chauffeured, luxury vehicle. Build your own custom-made itinerary, without the rush of a group tour. Highlights along the way include San Juan de Gaztelugatxe (where scenes from Game of Thrones were filmed), the historic city center of San Sebastian, and the iconic "flysch" of Getaria and Zumaia.

Get to know Bilbao through the eyes of a local on a custom tour that's tailored to your unique interests. Before your tour begins, you'll chat with your Bilbao local guide (Lokafyer) and work out an itinerary that suits your passions and their perspective. By the end of the tour, you'll feel confident navigating the city and have a full suite of recommendations for the rest of your trip.

Semi-private tour to keep it personal and fun (maximum 7 people). If you are passionate about gastronomy you need to visit San Sebastian and the extraordinary Basque cider houses. We will start the tour visiting the atmospheric Old Town of San Sebastian, the elegant ‘Petit France’ , the vast sweep of La Concha Beach and the Comb of the Wind. Bring your camera, as the beauty will blow you away! Have lunch in a traditional Basque cider house. The Basque sailors were known as some of the strongest men in the seas. They have their secret, plenty of cider and sautéed cod. We will share the stories of these traditions so you can really immerse in the Txotx culture whilst having the most delicious and fun lunch.

Discover many of Bilbao’s top landmarks, all in a single excursion—and learn about the different eras of the city’s development—on this small-group walking tour. Pick between morning or afternoon start times, and meet your guide in its scenic Old Town. You’ll see highlights like the Ribera Market, Plaza Nueva, Santiago Cathedral, and more, before discovering modern-day favorites like the Guggenheim and Zubizuri Bridge.

On this full-day guided tour of San Sebastian, you’ll combine must-see historical sights with some of the region’s tastiest gastronomy spots. Enjoy a scenic walk through the Old Town, nicknamed the “Petite France,” and escape the tourist track with a food and drink crawl—or “Pintxopote”—through a selection of local favorites. Tours also include a stop at Fuenterrabia on the French border for drinks overlooking the port.

Marvel at the scenic splendor of San Sebastian on a delightful day trip from Bilbao. Wander the winding streets of the city’s Old Quarter to see antique architecture and sink your toes into the silken sands of Biarritz, a sandy stretch declared the ‘Beach of Kings’ due to regular visits by European royalty. Convenient round-trip transportation from your hotel is included in this tour.   

Discover the verdant vineyards and intriguing history of the Rioja wine region on a full-day tour from Bilbao. Accompanied by a knowledgeable guide, visit charming villages like Harn and Laguardia to see medieval monuments and admire spectacular views of the countryside. Venture to Vitoria in order to wander the sprawling vineyards and descend into atmospheric wine cellars to learn about complex manufacturing processes. Pleasure your palate with the refined taste of signature wines during a tasting session and enjoy a traditional lunch in a locally recommended restaurant (own expense).  

Enjoy some of the best sights and activities in northern Spain on this exciting full-day excursion. You and your group will travel along the coast of Vizcaya. You will visit Guernica, immortalized by Picasso's work of the same name. Stop in the fishing village of Bermeo to experience a slower pace of life and visit the impressive Butrón Castle. This excursion combines the incredible culture and nature of the region.