Guggenheim Museum Bilbao Tours and Tickets

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Admission to the Guggenheim Museum Bilbao costs €15 for adults, and €7.50 for seniors and students aged 18–26. Entry is free for children and teens under 18. All tickets include an audio guide in the form of an app to download to your phone.

Yes, the Guggenheim Museum Bilbao is worth visiting, especially for anyone interested in art and architecture. Even if you don't go inside to browse the collections (which you should), the Frank Gehry–designed building is a world-famous modern landmark. Don't miss Louise Bourgeois' 30-foot (9-meter) high "Maman" spider sculpture on display outside. Many Bilbao city tours pass the museum, as it's such a spectacular sight.

Per one customer who booked the Guggenheim Bilbao Museum Private Tour, "Maria was superb. We learned about Bilbao, the Guggenheim building and modern art. It was fun, non-pretentious, interesting, and the time flew by. One of my top tours."

No. You do not need to book your tickets to the Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao in advance. There’s an option to purchase both online and in person, so you can choose. Most people don’t have to wait too long at the ticket counter. But if you like to be prepared, book online.

No. The Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao does not have a dress code. But since it is a place where art is respected, the museum recommends that you dress accordingly. Bilbao is a trendy place, so no need to be uber-conservative. Just wear clothes you think will respect the space.

Plan around two to three hours to get the most out of your trip to the Guggenheim Museum, Bilbao. There are plenty of exhibits to ponder, so make sure you plan enough time to do them justice. You can also extend your stay by visiting the bistro or restaurant.

Every day is a good day to visit the Guggenheim Museum Bilbao. It is open daily from 10am until 8pm, so you have many options. Students and seniors receive a discount, and those under 18 are free. Museum members receive free admission.

Yes. The Guggenheim Bilbao is great for kids. There are all kinds of activities and materials for children to use, which makes it easy to explore the museum as a family. However, museum management recommends holding your child's hands to keep their fingers occupied because touching the art is off-limits.

Yes. The Guggenheim Museum Bilbao is accessible. There are two accessible entrances. The main facade has access by the elevator for wheelchair users, and you can enter through the Bar. The Riverside facade also has ramp access for wheelchair users. If you need assistance, the museum staff can assist you.

There are tons of fun things to do when you're done visiting the Guggenheim Museum. According to travelers, these are some of the top attractions in Bilbao:

• Casco Viejo

• Mundaka

• Arriaga Theatre (Teatro Arriaga)

• Bilbao's Santiago Cathedral

• Zubizuri Bridge

View Viator's guide to all the best attractions in Bilbao.