Top Bilbao Day Trips

Dragonstone, Mundaka and Guernica from Bilbao

6 hoursFree Cancellation

Bilbao: Excursion to San Sebastian, Hondarribia, Hendaye and Getaria

10 hoursFree Cancellation

Bilbao: Gaztelugatxe, Bermeo, Mundaka and Gernika with Txakoli

11 hoursFree Cancellation

Departing from Bilbao or San Sebastián : live an unforgettable day through three of the most iconic destinations in the French Basque Country: Biarritz, Bayonne and San Juan de Luz. A complete excursion combining history, coastal elegance, traditional architecture and local cuisine. We start in Biarritz, a city of aristocratic air and spectacular views of the Atlantic. We will visit places like the Grande Plage, the Casino, the Hotel du Palais and the church of Sainte Eugénie, with free time afterwards to enjoy the surroundings. We will continue to Bayonne, where we will take a guided tour of its historic center, including the City Hall, the church of San Andrés and the Gothic cathedral. Then you will have time to have lunch and explore at your own pace. We close the day in San Juan de Luz, a charming fishing village where we combine a short guided tour with free time to stroll, shop or relax. A complete experience with guidance, transportation and the perfect balance between culture and leisure.

Tour to the French Basque Country Biarritz Bayonne and San Juan de Luz

11 hoursFree Cancellation

Gaztelugatxe Access, Bermeo and Gernika guided tour from Bilbao

6 hoursFree Cancellation

Experience the seafaring charm and coastal beauty of the Basque Country on a full-day tour from Bilbao. Option 1 •Begin with hotel pick-up in the morning and travel to Hondarribia, a picturesque town with a walled medieval center, colorful fishermen’s houses, and historic squares. •Next, visit Pasaia, exploring the historic port districts of San Pedro and San Juan. •At midday, arrive in San Sebastian for a pintxos tasting in the Old Town, sampling the flavors that make the city famous. In the afternoon, enjoy a guided tour of San Sebastian’s highlights. Option 2 • Walking tour in Hondarribia, a coastal colorful town • Guided visit in San Sebastian, discover its landmarks and Belle Époque architecture. • Free time in San Sebastian for lunch (lunch is not included in this tour option) • Finish the day with a one hour visit in Zarautz

Basque coast and San Sebastian from Bilbao

8 hoursFree Cancellation

See several of the most charming areas of the Basque Coast with this day tour from Bilbao. You’ll start with chic Biarritz, once a summer getaway for European royals, followed by a stop at Saint Jean de Luz, a charming coastal town. Then it’s San Sebastian, where you’ll have free time to explore or grab lunch (own expense) in the famous old town, before a walking tour and visit to Mount Igueldo.

Biarritz, Saint Jean De Luz & San Sebastian

10 hoursFree Cancellation

Simplify a visit to San Sebastian and the local area from Bilbao, without navigating unfamiliar public transportation, on this group trip. Relax knowing we've handled the logistics and planning, then board a comfortable vehicle in central Bilbao as you explore Gipuzkoa. Enjoy an itinerary that includes Loyola's historic sanctuary, Getaria, a scenic drive through Zarautz, and a tour of San Sebastian.

San Sebastian Day Trip from Bilbao: Loyola Sanctuary & Getaria

9 hoursFree Cancellation

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.

Walking Route San Juan De Gaztelugatze, Bermeo & Gernika

9 hoursFree Cancellation

This full-day small-group tour from Bilbao runs in English and includes transport throughout Rioja. Visit Marques de Riscal and Ysios wineries, known for their wines and architecture, with complete guided tastings. If Ysios is closed, you’ll still visit for photos and enjoy an equivalent tasting at another winery. The tour also includes a stop in the medieval village of Laguardia for a tapas lunch.

Architectural Rioja Wine Tour: Marqués de Riscal & Ysios (Bilbao)

8 hoursFree Cancellation

Discover the charm of the French Basque Country on an excursion from Bilbao and San Sebastian. You will cross to France to visit Sare, one of the most beautiful villages, with free time to tour its historic center and church. Continue to Ainhoa, famous for its main street of white houses and traditional atmosphere. The route ends in Espelette, known for its red pepper, where you can have lunch, walk and enjoy its gastronomy. A complete experience between landscapes, culture and traditions, ideal to know some of the most authentic corners of the region in one day.

Tour of villages in the French Basque Pyrenees Sare, Ainhoa and Espelette

10 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

San Sebastián Highlights Tour from Bilbao Experience the best of San Sebastián on this full-day tour from Bilbao. Explore the city’s most iconic spots, starting with breathtaking views from Monte Igueldo, where you can admire the entire bay and coastline. Visit the Peine del Viento, Eduardo Chillida’s famous seaside sculpture, a stunning blend of art and nature. Discover the charming Old Town, stroll through its narrow streets, and admire the beautiful Buen Pastor Cathedral. During the tour, you’ll have free time for lunch, allowing you to choose from local restaurants or sample the city’s famous pintxos at traditional bars. Enjoy a perfect balance of sightseeing, culture, and gastronomy, all in a comfortable minivan with private transportation.

Private San Sebastián Tour from Bilbao with City Highlights

6 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

The Award-Winning Bilbao Food Tour & Wine Pairing by Basque Local

3 hoursFree Cancellation

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.

Bilbao walking tour

2 hoursFree Cancellation

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.

Bilbao: Guggenheim Like Never Before: VIP Access. Small Group.Top

Bilbao: Guggenheim Like Never Before: VIP Access. Small Group.Top

Marvel at the scenic splendor of the Basque Country on a day trip from Bilbao that covers the highlights and helps you cross the border over to France with ease. 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 on this tour.

Biarritz, Saint-Jean-de-Luz and San Sebastian Tour from Bilbao

10 hoursFree Cancellation

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 Authentic Bilbao Pintxos, Food & Wine Tour with a Local

3 hoursFree Cancellation

Hike Gaztelugatxe, Fishing Port Bermeo & Pintxo Lunch from Bilbao

4 to 5 hoursFree Cancellation

Getting to the Picos de Europa National Park isn't easy on your own, especially if you don't have a car—but this full-day, private tour makes your visiting experience seamless. Following pickup from your hotel, travel in a comfortable 4x4 vehicle, and immerse yourself in nature. Pause at the park's beauty spots, opt to travel in the Fuente Dé cable car, or forgo the tourist trails for a personalized route through the mountains, with a special lunch stop en route.

Full Day Private 4WD Tour from Santander to Picos de Europa. Excellent meals.

8 to 11 hoursFree Cancellation

Enjoy the Coast of Biscay: Visit Dragonstone and beautiful towns

8 to 10 hoursFree Cancellation

Discover La Rioja’s vibrant wine industry—and leave all the driving and planning to someone else so you can focus on enjoyment—on this full-day trip from Bilbao. Departing directly from your hotel, travel by comfortable vehicle to the world-famous wine region, and visit two premium wineries, including guided tours and wine tastings. Then, round off your trip with a pintxo lunch in the medieval town of Laguardia.

Private tour to La Rioja : Visit 2 premium wineries with lunch

Private tour to La Rioja : Visit 2 premium wineries with lunch

8 to 9 hoursFree Cancellation

This alternative tour has been created for the people who would like to experience both parts of Bilbao, the Old Medieval Casco Viejo and the New City. In the tour, we will talk about history and architecture, but mainly we will visit a lot of very old shops and restaurants, most of them not touristic at all, the places where the local people prefer for their everyday needs. Within some five hours , or a little bit more, depending on the breaks, we'll follow the local people in their everyday life in Bilbao. We'll visit some of the most iconic and beautiful local places in the Ensanche (Modern Part) of Bilbao and we'll finish our tour outside the Guggenheim Museum.

Bilbao One Day as a Local Around the City

Bilbao One Day as a Local Around the City

5 hoursFree Cancellation

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.

Basque Best Bites - #1 Food & Wine tour of Bilbao

3 hoursFree Cancellation

In this amazing tour, we will take a full winery tour at Marques de Riscal, Best Winery in the World 2024, and we will visit Ysios, Third Best Winery in the World 2026, to taste their premium wines. All of that together with local cheese and cold meats. After, you'll enjoy a delicious three course lunch! *Pick up or drop off in different cities only available booking on our website, North Coast Tours (I.e. pick up in Bilbao and drop off in San Sebastian) *Min. for the tour to run, 5 people. Couples check out our website for booking to guarantee your spot * Tours en Español: las visitas a Marques de Riscal son en Inglés, aunque todos los guías hablan español.

Marques de Riscal and Ysios Rioja Wine Tour and Lunch from Bilbao

8 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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What are people saying about Bilbao

Bilbao walking tour

Rose_M, Oct 2026

Knowledgeable Guide!

David was charming, enthusiastic and incredibly knowledgeable. I learned a lot about Bilbao's history, old and new. He also shared with us some great tips on places to go. For example, he suggested El Globo, and the salmon mousse pintxos there were lovely. David is a wealth of interesting information!

Bilbao: Gaztelugatxe, Bermeo, Mundaka and Gernika with Txakoli

Valerie_W, Oct 2026

Wonderful tour but not for those with mobility challenges.

We very much enjoyed the tour and our guide, Pedro, was excellent. He clearly and patiently provided a great deal of history and other pertinent information at each of the sites that we visited. However, the first 2.5 hours of the hour is NOT for anyone with mobility challenges.

Dragonstone, Mundaka and Guernica from Bilbao

VirginiaDavy_D, Oct 2026

Conquer it!

The walk across the bridge up to the cathedral is definitely worth it. The walk to get started and the walk back to the parking lot pretty intense, more so than the walk up the steps!! All worth it to get the full experience! The rest of the tour was fabulous as well. The surfing town and beach are beautiful with a quick stop for pinchos and a drink. Guernica with all its history was amazing as well. All in all, a perfect Basque experience!! Forgot to mention Eduardo, our guide! Excellent walking encyclopedia! So much information and so excited to share his wealth of information! Extremely patient and understanding with a man that was on our group that was unable to do the walks which allowed the man’s caregiver to enjoy Dragonstone! A wonderful day!

San Sebastian, Hondarribia, Getaria, Zarautz from Bilbao

Lee_S, Sep 2026

Fantastic tour to San Sebastián and Getaria!

We had a great experience on the tour to San Sebastián - Donostia and Getaria! Our guide gave us a very thorough tour of the city, which was beautiful and very different from Bilbao. He shared a lot of the history and culture as well, which was great. Lunch was fantastic—local Pintxos and wine, with Basque cheesecake afterward. Getaria was nice too, albeit much smaller so just a short stop and walk around. Overall length was 9 hours, just right. I highly recommend it if you’re in Bilbao and want to see a little more of the region!

The Authentic Bilbao Pintxos, Food & Wine Tour with a Local

Joseph_K, Aug 2026

Fun food tour, great for solo travelers, Jack was awesome guide

Great meeting Jack on first evening in Bilbao. As a solo traveler, great way to explore Bilbao, meet folks, and eat amazing food from so many different places. Would not be able to eat at all these places yourself in one night, and most importantly, it was fun.

Bilbao: Guggenheim Like Never Before: VIP Access. Small Group.Top

Rachael_G, Aug 2026

A Museum Visit with Context and Stories

I was really grateful for the insight, additional context, and conversations that Gara provided. She was a delight to spend some time with, and I believe I enjoyed the museum more than I would have on my own. I only wish it was longer and we could have seen more! But the ticket gave me additional time to explore the museum solo. Overall an incredible experience well worth the money.

Bilbao: Excursion to San Sebastian, Hondarribia, Hendaye and Getaria

DOROTHY_K, Aug 2026

Interesting and good value tour.

We visited 4 Basque cities, 1 of them in France! Stefan gave us a lot of interesting history about the cities and about the Basque history, culture, and language. We saw beautiful beaches and countryside. We had time in San Sebastion for a nice lunch and to walk around the city. I thought it was good value for the cost.

Basque Best Bites - #1 Food & Wine tour of Bilbao

Jillian_M, Aug 2026

Book This Tour!

This was a wonderful experience! The group was small, so we all got to know one another. And our guide, Usoa, was lovely! She shared information on the history of the city and region as well as details about the food and culture. There was plenty of food to try and really nice pairings with local wines and cider. I highly recommend this tour!

La Rioja wines and Laguardia tour from Bilbao

Leona_A, Jul 2026

La Rioja and Laguardia Adventure

I was picked up at my hotel and pleasanty greeted by Asier. Charming and approachable. He announced that we would be driving near the town of "Abalos" on the way to La Riajo. That gesture made me feel really special and grateful. It was a beautiful day driving through La Riajo and we visited two (2) excellent Bodegas. Asier is very knowledgeable, professional and definitely easy to communicate with. He talked about the wine region that we were visiting in extent. We had lunch at a beautiful restaurant in Laguardia "Biazteri" and the food was outstanding and delicious. I would definitely visit this region of Spain in the near future and hopefully have Asier as my guide.

Biarritz, Saint Jean De Luz & San Sebastian

Derrick_G, Jul 2026

A Perfect Day Along the Basque Coast

Our tour of Biarritz, Saint-Jean-de-Luz, and San Sebastián was absolutely incredible—stunning coastal scenery, rich culture, amazing food, and a perfect mix of relaxation and exploration. Highly recommended for couples looking to experience the very best of the Basque region.

Gaztelugatxe Access, Bermeo and Gernika guided tour from Bilbao

AnaRosa_N, Jul 2026

Amazing!

This tour was more than expected. Especially since we had such a great tour guide, Endika ( I hope I spelled that correctly) To get this tour from a born and raised Basque native was priceless. The history and culture told by Endika was perfect. Be prepared for a hike. We were fortunate to get a cloudy, drizzly day since for days prior it had been over 100 degrees in Gaztelugatxe. Make sure to carry some water. You will be told of this by your tour guide. Our guide also took us around the town of Guernika. As the sun broke through the clouds for a moment, Endi gave us a history lesson of the town. On my vacation through out Spain, I visited many places on tours but this one really left a lasting impression. To learn of the struggles and fight and history of the Basque region and its people was both romantic and brought on empathy as well. I am happy I saved to visit this region last; to keep the memory of the culture, the food, and best of all, the kindness of the people fresh in my mind and heart. Thank you Endika for a wonderful and memorable tour. I hope to visit again and have time to love this region even more!!! Eskerrik asko. Laster arte.

Tour to the French Basque Country Biarritz Bayonne and San Juan de Luz

Dulce_B, Dec 2025

Great tour for quick French Basque Country sites

The guide Daniel, was great and very informative. He is multi lingual and spoke English and Spanish. His English was great. He was very nice and the bus was clean and comfortable. The driver was also great, smooth ride. You need to be in good physical shape and able to walk up and down hills and stairs to do this tour. The tour is advertised as 2 hours in two of the places, but it was less time, especially the last stop, which was only 50 minutes. The tour company should correct that information on the website. The places were absolutely beautiful and overall it was a great tour that I highly recommend if you want to see some quick sites of the French Basque Country. I recommend the tour company think about cutting one of the three stops and add more time to the other two stops so you have more time in each of the other places. Definitely recommend and the price was very reasonable. Thank you Daniel for a great experience!