Top Basque Country Culture - page 2

- Discover Bilbao’s Art District with a knowledgeable local guide - Explore alternative neighbourhoods full of street art, murals, and cultural projects - Learn how art played a key role in Bilbao’s urban transformation - Get insights into local life, social history, and contemporary culture - Small groups for a personal and relaxed experience - Perfect complement to classic Bilbao highlights like the Guggenheim

Do you know a better plan than to start your day surfing on Zurriola beach and end it enjoying a gastronomic experience of pintxos and drinks in the Old part of San Sebastian?

Stroll through the historic Old Town of San Sebastian with a guide on this walking tour. Through a guide's commentary, learn about the city's people, culture, architecture, and history. With a small group of just 10 people or fewer, travelers will enjoy personalized attention and the chance to ask questions on the tour, which will stop at a local bar for a round of pintxos (tapas) and a drink.

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 coastline and some of its most charming seaside enclaves—Hondarribia, Pasajes de San Juan, and Pasai San Pedro—on this half-day tour from San Sebastian. Opt for a dual-language tour in a larger group, or upgrade to a more intimate small-group tour in either Spanish or English. Small-group tours include 2-way transfers from your San Sebastian hotel or apartment.

Explore the best of the Basque French coast on this private tour, visiting Bayonne, Biarritz, and San Juan de Luz with round-trip transfers from San Sebastian. Extend your knowledge of Basque culture and enjoy free time for lunch near the beach in Biarritz. This private tour allows you to customize the itinerary to your preferences.

Exploring the Basque countryside from Bilbao typically includes juggling transportation logistics and navigating rural roads. This full-day trip takes care of everything for you, leaving you free to soak in the experience as you walk along the spectacular coastal path to San Juan de Gaztelugatxe, then continue to the charming fishing town of Bermeo and the historic Casa de Juntas in Gernika.

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.

Explore the Basque Country beyond San Sebastian on this full-day, small-group, guided tour. Get picked up at your hotel or apartment 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 explore the striking Guggenheim Museum with an audio guide. Lunch in a traditional restaurant is included.

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 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, and explore with just a small group to keep things personal.

Make the most of your trip to Bilbao with pre-booked tickets to the Guggenheim Museum. Avoid long queues and step straight into a world of artistic innovation. Our tickets offer convenient entry and allow you to focus on what matters: experiencing the incredible architecture and world-class art within. Book now for a seamless and enriching cultural experience.

Visit one of the most famous landmarks with a pre-booked entry ticket and start exploring right away. Your ticket will be sent to you by email before your visit — please remember to check your inbox and spam folder. Architectural landmark: Explore Gehry’s iconic titanium-clad building, a masterpiece of deconstructivist design known as one of the world’s most important contemporary structures. Artists of global and local acclaim: Encounter works by Jeff Koons (Puppy), Louise Bourgeois, Yves Klein, Eduardo Chillida, Jorge Oteiza, Mark Rothko, and more. Integrated urban-cultural setting: Situated in Bilbao’s revitalized Abandoibarra district beside the La Salve Bridge, the site creates a seamless blend of riverbank, parkland, and art. PLEASE NOTE: IT IS NOT POSSIBLE TO SKIP OR BYPASS SECURITY CHECKS AT THE ENTRANCE. DURING HIGH SEASON, SECURITY CHECKS MAY TAKE UP TO ONE HOUR.

Finding the best pintxos spots in San Sebastian’s Old Town can be difficult without local insight. This private tour takes you through Donostia-San Sebastian Old Town with a guide, uncovering both well-known highlights and hidden corners. Along the way, receive a map and personalized recommendations for top pintxos bars—helping you eat like a local long after the tour ends.

Visiting the Guggenheim Museum is a must in the Basque Country, and a guided tour in Bilbao offers a deeper appreciation of its unique architecture and artworks. This tour, with tickets included and no queues, starts in front of Frank Gehry’s iconic building, a masterpiece of contemporary design. Accompanied by a professional guide, explore the museum’s permanent and temporary exhibitions, getting up close to key modern and contemporary art pieces. Learn the stories, anecdotes, and cultural contexts behind each work, making the Guggenheim one of the world’s most influential museums. This tour ensures a personalized, enriching experience, perfect for those seeking a cultural journey blending art, history, and Bilbao’s emblematic prestige.

Visit the highlights of San Sebastian in a short amount of time on this guided bike tour. Cruise around the easy-to-bike city with a guide, stopping at more than 7 hotspots, including three beaches. This tour departs from a centrally located location at two convenient times, offering you some flexibility.

Immerse yourself in the culture and regal history of San Sebastian during this private half-day tour, with transfers direct from your hotel. Explore the gardens of the Miramar Palace, soak up the atmosphere at a city market, see surfers in action on Zurriola Beach, stroll romantic San Sebastian Old Town, take in city views from the Monte Igueldo headland, and more.

Spend a full day touring from San Sebastian to San Juan de Gaztelugatxe and Guernica. Walk the rocky path to the hermitage featured in Game of Thrones, then explore Guernica's historic sites including the Tree of Guernica with its history and Picasso's mural inspired by his Guernica painting. Travel comfortably by private coach in a mid-sized group with entrance fees included for a seamless Basque Country experience.

Spend a few hours cycling around Bilbao, learning all about the city’s highlights from your guide. Either join a small group or take this tour privately. 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 at Tourné Bilbao, Villarías Kalea, 1, Abando.

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.

Immerse yourself in the Basque region’s dramatic coastal scenery, discover some of its key monuments, and cap off your visit with a trip to vibrant Bilbao on this private, full-day tour. Following morning pickup at your hotel, you’ll visit Gernika (immortalized in a Picasso painting), will discover the Urdaibai Biosphere Reserve, will see the Dragonstone filming location from “Game of Thrones,” and will explore Bilbao’s iconic Guggenheim.

See and do a lot in one day on this guided tour of San Sebastian and the Gipuzkoa Coast from Bilbao. Whether you’re on a quick shore excursion or are staying longer in the Bilbao area, this is a handy way of experiencing the highlights. Eat and drink your way around food-favorite San Sebastian, tour Basque fishing villages, and admire the beautiful coastline.

Learn more about Spanish wine on this fun small-group day tour of two wineries near Bilbao. Sample three Rioja wines and enjoy a light pintxos lunch with vegetarian and gluten-free options in Laguardia. 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.

Maximize time in the Basque Country on this full-day tour from San Sebastian or Bilbao, which takes you across the border into France. Visit the glamorous beach city of Biarritz and the historic town of Bayonne with a professional guide. Upgrade to a tour in your choice of Spanish or English that also includes a restaurant lunch, transfers, and a visit to the seaside town of Saint-Jean-de-Luz.

The Best Way to Discover Bilbao: Scavenger Hunt & Self-Guided Tour. Play, learn, and walk! Explore at your own pace with a 100% self-guided activity. Start anytime (24/7) with no guides or schedules. Pause for a refreshing drink in the Casco Viejo or a stroll along the Nervión River and resume whenever you're ready—even the next day. This unique team-building activity is perfect for couples, families, and groups. The "Complete City" Package - Everything you need in one app: Interactive Game: Solve puzzles and discover 10+ major attractions, plus hidden gems revealed along the way. Learn the history/legends of each site. Insider Tips: Access hand-picked local restaurant and shop recommendations. What you will visit: Doña Casilda Iturrizar Park, Guggenheim Museum Bilbao, Zubizuri, Bilbao City Hall, Teatro Arriaga, Plaza Nueva, Unamuno Miguel Plaza, Santiago Cathedral, Erriberako Merkatua (Ribera Market), and San Anton Eliza.