Top Bilbao Cultural Tours - page 3

- 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

Enjoy a flexible itinerary and personalized attention on this private tour of San Sebastian and the Basque coast. Departing from Bilbao with a guide, you and your private party will explore San Sebastian’s historic center and stroll on the beach. Along the Basque coast, make stops in Zumaia to see the extraordinary flysch rock formations, as well as in Getaria, for a delicious seafood lunch (own expense).

Learn how to make Basque tapas (pintxos) in an intimate setting during a small-group cooking class. Your chef–instructor teaches you how to cook local recipes such as grilled cod and spicy mushrooms using seasonal produce. Sip a glass or two of wine from the open bar and taste local cheese and olive oil while you cook, then sit down to eat your creations after.

When your plane touches down at Bilbao International Airport, enjoy a stress-free start to your Spanish sojourn with a private arrival transfer. Travel directly to your hotel in Bilbao or nearby San Sebastian, Vitoria, Rioja, or Pamplona without the hassle of finding a taxi or using complicated public transportation. This private transfer can accommodate up to seven passengers in a car or minivan.

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.

Experience the spiritual heart of the Pyrenees on a private, expert-led tour of Lourdes. This journey takes you deep into the history of the 1858 apparitions, where St. Bernadette Soubirous encountered the Virgin Mary at the Massabielle Grotto. Tour Highlights The Three Sanctuaries: Navigate the stunning basilicas with an expert guide who brings the site's history to life. The Holy Grotto: Spend time at the world-renowned Grotto of Our Lady of Lourdes. The Bureau of Miracles: Visit the medical bureau that documents the 70 Vatican-recognized miracles. Expert Insight: Benefit from our years of local expertise for a seamless, meaningful experience. Tour Details & Flexibility Door-to-Door Service: Comfortable round-trip transportation from your hotel (available from multiple cities). Customizable Itinerary: Options to include a scenic return through Pyrenean villages, lunch stops, or visits to local souvenir shops. We warmly welcome travelers with wheelchairs with prior notice.

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.

Bilbao can sometimes feel inaccessible to foreign visitors. Take the mystery out of your visit by exploring with a local on a private, customized walking tour. Your guide contacts you beforehand to understand your interests and tastes, ensuring a personalized itinerary. This tour allows you to discover the exterior of monuments, including museums, while learning fascinating stories about Bilbao’s culture and history. If you wish to include a museum visit, your guide can tailor the tour accordingly—just let us know in advance. Perfect for families, solo travelers, or couples, enjoy exclusive access to insider knowledge, uncover hidden gems, and experience Bilbao through the eyes of a local expert.

Spend a day outside of San Sebastian and explore the lesser-known highlights of the Guipúzcoa province. Instead of waiting for local buses, travel quickly and comfortably in a private air-conditioned vehicle. The route showcases Mount Igueldo, the old quarter of Orio village, a wine-growing area, the coastal town of Getaria, and plenty of scenic viewpoints and surprises along the way.

This is your local connection to Bilbao. Cannot wait to show you around! We will be walking through Bilbao's Old Town discovering its history, anecdotes and present times. Combining it with PINTXOS and DRINKS on our favourite spots. (2 pintxos & 2 drinks of choice incl in price) We have a strong commitment with providing socially sustainable experiences, so between some other good practices we only host small groups for the best experience for everyone involved. Our times are flexible, so don't hesitate to contact me to arrange a time and date. Looking forward!

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).

The capital of the Basque Country is today a modern and vibrant artistic city, but it’s roots are seated upon its former industrial glory and it’s proud basque heritage. There are so many things to do, see and try out here that it is easy to get lost. Come with us for some quality time in Bilbao, for a walking tour from the Guggenheim Museum until the Old Town, in a time travel adventure from the futuristic, to the medieval historical times. You will learn about: Foundation in the early 14th century Importance as a medieval commercial town 19th century heavy industrialization process The history of the Basque heritage Modernization Artistic rebirth and the Guggenheim Museum

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.

Get acquainted with Bilbao old and new in one trip with this small-group walking tour, ideal for first-time visitors. Stroll around the landmarks of the cobbled Old Town (Casco Viejo) and cross the River Nervion to view the turn-of-the-century buildings and avenues of the New Town, learning how it developed during the 1800s. On route, enjoy a ‘txikiteo’ or ‘poteo’ bar crawl, tasting 'pintxos' (skewered tapas) at various drinking spots.

Experience some of northern Spain’s top destinations on this multi-day excursion. After a convenient airport pickup, enjoy activities that include exploring Bilbao and San Sebastian, touring and tasting in the Rioja wine region, and visiting traditional Basque Country. Enjoy complimentary transportation, select meals, accommodations, and access to a knowledgeable, friendly guide.

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.

Discover this off the beaten path scenic & cultural gem on your visit to Bilbao. Do it your own way with all the best local tips! The local bike route will get you all the way through UNESCO heritage sites, iconic towns, old fishing villages and breathtaking nature! Don't miss out this must see area on your Bilbao discovery 20-25 minute Metro ride to/ from City Centre

Discover the essence of Basque Country on this comprehensive private tour from Bilbao. Head first to San Juan de Gaztelugatxe where you ascend the 240 steps to the castle made famous as Dragonstone in “Game of Thrones.” Then, explore Bilbao’s iconic landmarks, savor local pintxos, and enjoy a guided exterior visit to the renowned Guggenheim Museum, with an optional inside tour available.

Don’t miss a trip to San Sebastian when in Vitoria, and book this small group tour where your transportation, guide, and lunch are all taken care of—so you don’t have to organize them. You’ll get picked up from your hotel in Vitoria, and then get driven in an air-conditioned, comfy vehicle to San Sebastian. Tour the neighborhoods, La Concha Bay, and a must-do—try local pintxos and two glasses of local Spanish wine.

Discover the charm of the interior of the Basque Country and Navarre on this complete excursion. We will start with a guided tour of Iruña-Pamplona, capital of the ancient kingdom of Navarre and known worldwide for its San Fermines and Hemingway. From here, you will enjoy the best views of the city, exploring its most emblematic corners and learning about its fascinating history. At this stop, you will have free time so that, on your own, you can discover the most characteristic sites of the ancient capital of the kingdom. Once finished, we will head to Vitoria-Gasteiz, where, after an introduction, you will have free time to enjoy a delicious lunch. After this break, we will continue to discover the most emblematic corners of the city and unravel some of its secrets. In addition, we will invite you to try a traditional sweet of the city, an essential taste experience! Book now and get to know two cities full of beauty, culture and gastronomy!

Using Bilboa as home base, explore the Basque coast and Rioja wine region in northern Spain. Each morning, embark on a journey to small towns and fishing villages along the coast, visiting notable landmarks, churches, and historic sites. You’ll also take a city tour of Bilboa, including a stop at the iconic Guggenheim Museum Bilbao, designed by Frank Gehry. Four nights accommodation and all transfers are included.

Check out Bilbao at night with a local guide who will show you all the hot spots. You’ll have a bunch of activities on this tour, like riding the cable car to Artxanda Lookout, descending on the funicular, tramming to the Old Quarter, and much more. You can feel free to go at your own pace, since this is a private tour just for you.

Discover Bilbao and the Guggenheim Museum from Vitoria on a full day trip that connects Basque history, culture, and architecture. We depart from Vitoria at 9:30 to begin a walking tour of Bilbao’s Old Town, visiting iconic spots such as El Arenal, Plaza Nueva, the Arriaga Theatre, and La Ribera Market, where you will learn how a medieval town became an industrial and financial powerhouse in the late 19th century, and how the estuary and its bridges shape the city’s urban identity. At 13:00, we enter the Guggenheim Museum Bilbao with an audio guide to admire its striking architecture and contemporary collections, a symbol of the city’s reinvention since the 1990s. At 14:30, we begin the return journey to Vitoria. A comfortable and complete Bilbao tour, with private transportation, a local guide, and Guggenheim tickets included, ideal for lovers of art, architecture, and Basque culture seeking a well-planned experience.

Learn about the history of Bilbao and taste traditional pintxos (snacks) during this small-group walking tour. A local guide shares stories about the great palaces of the Gran Via and the development of Bilbao as you stroll through local streets. Visit traditional bars for a dose of culture.