All Bilbao Tours &amp; Excursions in 2026

Bilbao : Highlights Private Bike tour With A Guide

3 hoursFree Cancellation

Start your day with us on a fascinating journey to the heart of La Rioja, the most famous wine region in Spain, where you will be amazed by a sea of vineyards that stretches as far as the eye can see. Along the way, we invite you to discover the rich wine history of the area. Our first stop will be a unique winery of spectacular vineyards where you will immerse yourself in the process of making wine. And of course, you will enjoy an exquisite tasting of its best wines. Our trip continue with a visit to a traditional winery, excavated under the streets of the village that offers us a unique experience. Finally, we will visit Laguardia. This charming walled town in the Rioja Alavesa, preserves one of the most impressive architectural ensembles in the region. In this tour, you will move to medieval times as you walk through its narrow streets that tell stories of yesteryear. You will have free time to enjoy a lunch in this charming village before returning. (Lunch not included).

La Rioja A Journey Through Vineyards and Tradition

9 hoursFree Cancellation

Welcome to one of the most authentic ways to experience Bilbao. The person guiding you lives and breathes this city, and can't wait to share its hidden corners, its stories, and its way of understanding Basque culture. Together we'll walk through the Old Town, the Seven Streets, their legends, their role in the city's history, and how Bilbao became what it is today. A perfect introduction to Basque culture, told with warmth and a real passion for detail. This booking guarantees your spot on the Free Tour. A Free Tour is a walking tour led by someone passionate about the city and its history, doing everything possible to give you an unforgettable experience. It's called "free" because there's no fixed price set in advance: at the end, each participant decides the amount they feel is fair, based on their satisfaction and their own budget.

Free Walking Tour Bilbao Old Town with Local Guides

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Discover Bilbao like a local on a 100% private walking tour with an expert guide, perfect for small groups. Enjoy personalized tips for the best pintxos bars, hidden gems, and photogenic spots, and tailor the experience to your interests. Choose the route that suits you: focus on heritage and history (2 hours tour) or add iconic landmarks like the Guggenheim Museum and Zubizuri Bridge (4 hours tour). Immerse yourself in Bilbao’s vibrant culture, lively streets, and unique Basque charm, while creating unforgettable memories.

Private Bilbao walking tour

2 to 4 hoursFree Cancellation

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.

Bilbao Airport Private Arrival Transfer to Various Cities

20 minutes to 2 hoursFree Cancellation

Pintxos and Tapas Cooking Class in Bilbao

2 hoursFree Cancellation

Private Transfer Tour Bilbao to San Sebastian through the Basque Coast

Private Guided Full-Day Walking Tour in Bilbao

8 to 9 hoursFree Cancellation

Immerse yourself in the Basque Country’s one-of-a-kind scenery, visit three of its highlight cities, and enjoy a cultural immersion on this 5-day, 6-night tour. On the first day, fly into Bilbao, and enjoy free time to explore the city before an overnight 4-star hotel stay. From there, tour San Sebastian and Vitoria-Gasteiz; visit Bilbao’s iconic Guggenheim; explore charming fishing villages and walled towns, and enjoy breakfast included on Day 2.

5-day Basque Country Tour

5 daysFree Cancellation

Discover the heart and soul of the Basque Country on a private tour of Bilbao and San Sebastian, with the convenience of hotel or cruise port pickup. In Bilbao, marvel at the iconic Guggenheim Museum, an architectural masterpiece, and stroll through the historic Casco Viejo, immersing yourself in its vibrant culture, charming streets, and bustling markets. Feel the passion of football at the legendary San Mamés Stadium. Then, in San Sebastian, walk along the beautiful La Concha Beach and explore the lively Old Town, a culinary paradise. Enjoy breathtaking views from Monte Igueldo and visit the historic Miramar Palace. With your personal guide, this tour offers a blend of art, culture, history, and gastronomy, making it an unforgettable experience in two of the Basque Country's most beautiful cities.

Bilbao and San Sebastian Private Tour with Pickup from Bilbao

Bilbao and San Sebastian Private Tour with Pickup from Bilbao

Visitors to Basque Country can easily miss the charming capital city of Vitoria, opting to tour the smaller villages and wine regions. On this full-day tour across Basque Country, travelers don't need to choose—you'll visit both the city and countryside. Start your day walking through Vitoria's historic quarter, and then head to La Rioja for an afternoon in the vineyards and villages. Wrap up your day at a traditional winery for a wine tasting, included at no extra charge.

Rioja wine region with visit to winery & Vitoria-Gasteiz

9 hoursFree Cancellation

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.

Guggenheim Museum and tasting of traditional Basque products

Discover two of northern Spain’s highlight destinations on this private, full-day tour from Bilbao. In the morning, meet your guide at your Bilbao hotel, hop aboard your private vehicle, and set off into the scenic countryside. Your first destination is the historic town of Santillana del Mar, where you’ll explore its medieval square and visit an age-old monastery. Then, continue to bustling Santander to see its beachfront, cathedral, and more.

Private 8-hour Excursion to Santillana de Mar and Santander from Bilbao

Private 8-hour Excursion to Santillana de Mar and Santander from Bilbao

Small-group Immersive Basque Cooking Class in Bilbao with Open Bar

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Discover Bilbao with a combined guided experience including 2.5 hours exploring the city and 1.5 hours inside the Guggenheim Museum with an expert local guide. Start with a walking tour through the charming Casco Viejo (Old Town) and along the Ría de Bilbao, where you’ll see highlights such as Plaza Nueva, Santiago Cathedral, and the elegant Zubizuri Bridge, while learning about the city’s Basque heritage and transformation. The experience continues with a guided visit to the Guggenheim Museum, where you’ll admire Frank Gehry’s iconic architecture and discover the museum’s most important artworks and exhibitions with insightful explanations from your guide. This private tour offers a perfect combination of history, architecture, and contemporary art, ideal for discovering the essence of Bilbao in half a day.

Bilbao Essential Private Tour with Guggenheim

4 hoursFree Cancellation

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$308$293

Discover the perfect balance between culture and history on this 4-hour private tour of Bilbao and the Guggenheim Museum. The experience is fully customizable: some travelers prefer to spend more time inside the museum, while others enjoy exploring the city. Your guide will adapt the itinerary according to your interests. In just two hours, you can walk through the modern side of Bilbao, with highlights such as the Alhóndiga cultural center, Isozaki Atea towers, and the striking City Hall along the river. Alternatively, you can dive into the charm of the Casco Viejo, where you’ll see the Arriaga Theater, Plaza Nueva, the Cathedral (from outside), and the lively Ribera Market. The tour usually begins at the Guggenheim Museum, making it easy to combine a cultural visit with a panoramic city exploration. Whether you choose modern Bilbao or the Old Town, this experience offers a tailor-made way to enjoy the city at your own pace.

Bilbao and Guggenheim Museum Private Walking Tour with guide

Bilbao and Guggenheim Museum Private Walking Tour with guide

4 hoursFree Cancellation

Private 4-hour Walking Tour of Bilbao with Local Guide

4 hoursFree Cancellation

This tour is perfect for repeat visitors, food lovers, and anyone who appreciates delicious cuisine and excellent wines. Embark on a gourmet gastronomic adventure through the vibrant streets of Bilbao, delving into the realm of high-end pintxos paired with exquisite local wines. Our thoughtfully curated tour ensures an unforgettable culinary journey, where each bite narrates a tale of ingenuity and skill. We will visit 4 restaurants, where we will have our own private space accompanied by a knowledgeable local guide who will guide you through all the delicatessen pintxos we will try. To complement these culinary marvels, indulge in a selection of meticulously chosen premium wines and cava, expertly matched to elevate your tasting experience. Whether you're a seasoned epicurean or a curious traveler keen on discovering Bilbao's gastronomic treasures, our pintxos tour promises an evening of indulgence and exploration, leaving your taste buds enchanted and your senses captivated.

Gourmet Pintxos & Premium Wines small groups Food Tour

Gourmet Pintxos & Premium Wines small groups Food Tour

3 hoursFree Cancellation

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.

Luxury Basque Coast Private Tour

Experience a day of exquisite wine tourism on a private Rioja tour blending centuries-old La Rioja, medieval villages, and local gastronomy. Begin with visits to family-run wineries, stroll through vineyards, and learn about the Rioja terroir, harvest rhythms, and winemaking from grape selection to barrel aging. Enjoy guided tastings to discover aromas of red fruit, vanilla, and spice. Continue with a four-course Riojan lunch plus dessert (blood sausage, piquillo peppers and guindillas, beans and potatoes a la riojana, wood-fired lamb chops with salad, and Goxua) paired with local DOCa wines, while your guide shares stories of stone wine presses, underground cellars, and local traditions. With hotel pick-up and drop-off, private air-conditioned transport, expert guidance, and a relaxed pace, this tour offers a fully immersive Rioja experience.

Private Rioja wine tour: winery & traditional lunch from Bilbao

4 day Bilbao and Basque Country

5 daysFree Cancellation

Discover one of Spain’s iconic wine regions without any concerns about drinking and driving on this intimate tour of the Rioja area from Bilbao. You and your group of maximum seven travelers will tour three wineries, tasting several wines in each plus olive oil, chorizo, bread and cheese. You’ll also get the chance to admire Frank Gehry’s majestic Hotel Marques de Riscal on the wine estate of the same name.

The famed winery of Ysios designed by Santiago Calatrava...

PRIVATE Rioja Tour of 3 Premium Wineries from Bilbao

8 to 9 hoursFree Cancellation

San Sebastian Private Day Tour from Bilbao with Hotel or Cruise Port Pick-up

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$873$829

Follow in the footsteps of the “Game of Thrones” cast and crew when you explore Basque country filming locations—and soak up the region’s dramatic coastal scenery as you go—on this private, full-day tour from San Sebastian. Following morning pickup at your hotel, travel via private vehicle to Getaria, a medieval fishing village. Next, head to Zumaia (the location of Dragonstone Castle), visit the San Juan de Gaztelugatxe chapel, and much more.

Game of Thrones Experience: Basque Country Coast Private Tour

Game of Thrones Experience: Basque Country Coast Private Tour

Bilbao Food Tour: Pintxos, Drinks, and Tapas with a Local

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Modern architecture of the Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao.

What are people saying about Bilbao

Kristina_H, Oct 2026

Fantastic food tour in Bilbao

Gonzalo did a fantastic job telling us about the food as well as highlighting the history in Bilbao. His love for the area as well as the food and drink was very evident. Gonzalo was prompt, very personable, and took time to answer all of our questions. We never felt rushed and thoroughly enjoyed the afternoon.

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

Adrianomi2016, Oct 2026

Group trip to discover fascinating places

Very nice excursion with very fascinating towns and cities. Given the significant traffic at the border with France, the visit to Hendaye was skipped, no big deal because we had more time for the other 3 places. I found the same guide (Wallace) from the other excursion taken the day before and that really pleased me because, as written in the other review, he is definitely a capable guy.

Bilbao: Gaztelugatxe, Bermeo, Mundaka and Gernika with Txakoli

Adrianomi2016, Oct 2026

Group trip in the Basque Country

Definitely a nice day trip with many interesting things seen, Gaztelugatxe in particular was beautiful, truly a very fascinating place. The guide Wallace was very good, a young guy but truly very capable and quite qualified who speaks several foreign languages very well and does his job with passion.

Dragonstone, Mundaka and Guernica from Bilbao

Jill_I, Oct 2026

Fantastic trip visiting 3...

Fantastic trip visiting 3 great locations, led by a very knowledgeable guide. The walk to the hermitage was hard going, but gave incredible views. Mundaka was a lovely little village, and it was great to see all of the people surfing. Our visit to Guernica coincided with a festival, so we only saw the ceramic representation of the Picasso and the Guernica tree due to the number of people in the town. Overall a really good trip and I would certainly recommend.

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

Ciara_H, Oct 2026

Amazing food and wine tour

We had the best time on this food tour. Esti was an amazing tour guide, so friendly and informative. We tried some beautiful food and wine, got to learn about Basque culture and also learned a few basque words TOPA !! Thank you Esti for a wonderful tour! Highly recommend 🩷

La Rioja wines and Laguardia tour from Bilbao

Andrew_F, Oct 2026

If you do just one tour while in Basque Country…

What a great tour - it far exceeded our expectations. Our guide for the day was Asier. We can’t say enough about Asier …he is professional, friendly, funny and super-knowledgeable about Bilbao, the Basque region and history, La Rioja and wine production. He speaks perfect English and answered all of our many, many questions. We were a small group of 5 and the whole day flowed really well. We stopped at 2 wineries - one large (Bodegas Luis Cañas) and one small (Bodegas Tritium) and had wine tastings and bread, cured meats and cheese at both. At both stops we had a tour and a talk by a winery employee. Anna at the first stop was amazing - I wish we had more time to learn so much more from her. The lady at the second stop (I can’t remember her name, sorry) was just as passionate about the subject but her English was not as proficient so it was a little difficult to understand some of her explanations. After the wineries we went on to the very pretty town of Laguardia for a very pleasant lunch. It was my partner’s 70th birthday that day and Asier very thoughtfully arranged for the restaurant to present a dessert with a candle in it …very kind. In all of our years of travel this tour was one of the best that we have done. Highly recommended. Andrew & Rob

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

Kristin_P, Oct 2026

Javier is the man to see

Just an outstanding tour! Javier was amazing! The tour included discussion of the outside of the building, the impact on Bilbao, special stories about the view, himself and the art inside he covered all the high points. His personality and special insights from 16 years of doing tours was just incredible worth visiting the inside and the outside with a personal tour 100% and Javier is the man to see.

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

Robert_K, Oct 2026

What I’d recommend on your first day in Bilbao

Quite a lot of pinchos to get through, so don’t come after a big meal. Great way to get settled into the city if this is your first visit. You may not like everything you try, although I enjoyed it all, but at least you have a quick intro to Bilbao, pinchos culture and where to go on your own.

Gaztelugatxe Access, Bermeo and Gernika guided tour from Bilbao

Marina_C, Sep 2026

100% recommended, would definitely do it again!

We had a wonderful day. It was a very enjoyable experience and our guide, Stephane, was extremely kind and knowledgeable. He made the trip a real pleasure. He was fun and super informative. He also repeated everything both in Spanish and English, which was super kind of him. ¡¡¡Gracias Stephane!!!

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

Marjorie_B, Sep 2026

Great value day out

This was a great trip as a taster of the French Basque region. Our guide, Aitor, gave us just the right amount of information at each stopping point and then we had some free time to explore or grab a coffee/lunch etc The three towns were lovely, but different. Excellent value for money