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Explore Bilbao's Flavors Mercado de la Ribera and Old Town+ Ebook

4.33 reviews

  • 3 hours
  • Free cancellation up to 24h before
  • Guided in English
  • Instant confirmation

Highlights

Discover Bilbao through its flavors, culture, and hidden corners with this immersive food tour led by local guides. Taste authentic Basque pintxos paired with regional wines and traditional drinks while exploring the city beyond the usual tourist spots. Along the way, learn about the fascinating Basque language, local traditions, and the unique identity that sets the Basque Country apart from the rest of Spain. Stroll through Bilbao’s charming streets, uncovering stories from its rich history to its modern transformation. Each experience can be customized to match your interests, creating a more personal and flexible adventure. Perfect for first-time visitors who want to eat like a local, discover secret gems, and truly connect with the soul of Bilbao. Includes an exclusive Bilbao Food & Culture eBook with local tips, recommendations, and insider insights to make the most of your trip.

Inclusions

What's included

  • Local guide
  • 5 drinks (wine, cocktail, beer, soft drink, water)
  • 9 pintxos equal a complete meal
  • Ebook guide

What's not

  • Pick up from / to the hotel

Itinerary

  1. Bilbao, a vibrant port city in northern Spain, is surrounded by green mountains and considered the true capital of the Basque Country. Combining tradition and modernity, its urban center is marked by skyscrapers and historic streets. The biggest icon of Bilbao is the Guggenheim Museum, designed by renowned architect Frank Gehry, whose innovative architecture, with its curved shapes and titanium cladding, has become a global symbol. Since its inauguration in 1997, the Guggenheim has driven the city's revitalization and houses important collections of modern and contemporary art.

    3 h

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.

Reviews

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Know before you go

Meeting point
We will meet in front of the Council Hall of Vizcaya, on the main steps of the Gran Via.
Pickup
Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
Ticket type
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group size
Up to 20 travellers
Operated by
MADRID EXPERIENCE TRAVEL
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please let us know of any allergies, dietary restrictions, or foods you do not wish to eat.
  • Please leave a Whatsapp number where you will be contacted by our support once you have booked the tour.
  • Important notice for last minute bookings (on the same day or from one day to the next): in case of lack of places the customer will be placed on the day following the booked date.
  • Your complimentary eBook will be sent automatically once your reservation has been successfully confirmed.

How it compares in Bilbao

  • Its from-price is 33% above the median of the 330 experiences we list in Bilbao.
  • Its length is typical for the group.
  • By number of reviews it ranks 130 of 330.
  • The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About Bilbao

Bilbao is a Basque city on the Nervión River, a former industrial port reborn around a titanium-clad art museum and an old quarter of pintxo bars.

Bilbao grew rich on iron ore and shipbuilding, and its industrial riverside has been turned to culture. The Guggenheim Museum, designed by Frank Gehry and covered in titanium, curves beside the river, with a giant flower-covered dog and a spider sculpture outside. The Fine Arts Museum, in a park nearby, and the Zubizuri footbridge by Santiago Calatrava are other stops.

Top-ranked sights in Bilbao: Guggenheim Museum Bilbao, Casco Viejo, Bilbao's Santiago Cathedral.

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