Basque Free Tour: A Comprehensive Tour of Bilbao's History and Modernity
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Get to know the wonderful city of Bilbao, comprising both the old town and the new city, accompanied by a professional local guide. A complete package for those who would like to familiarize themselves with this place.
The most original and comprehensive free tour of the city!
We invite you to experience the full story of Bilbao through its history, traditions, and local anecdotes that only a native of Bilbao would share with you. We’ll wind our way through the labyrinth of the Seven Streets, passing by the must-see buildings of the Old Town to discover the origins of this ancient merchant city.
We’ll then stroll along the old docks of the estuary to connect the past with the future, which will take us straight to the Ensanche and Abandoibarra neighborhoods, where we’ll recall Bilbao’s industrial past and admire modern architectural landmarks to understand the city’s award-winning transformation, without forgetting the Museum of Fine Arts and the titanium structure of the Guggenheim Museum Bilbao.
An unmissable journey from one end to the other, from a local and historical perspective and packed with anecdotes, led by professional local guides. A complete immersion to discover, in the most concise way possible, the Bilbao of yesterday and today.
Meeting point
Plaza Arriaga (Arriaga Theater) under WHITE UMBRELLA
Before you go
- Length
- About 2h
- Languages
- Spanish
- Usual start times
- 11:30, 17:00 (Bilbao time)
- Coming up
- 5 departures in 3 months, 4 this week
Questions about this tour
How much does this tour cost?
Nothing up front. You book for free and tip your guide at the end. Many travellers tip around €5 to €15 per person, depending on the length and quality of the tour.
How long does it take?
About 2h.
Where does it start?
The meeting point is Plaza Arriaga (Arriaga Theater) under WHITE UMBRELLA. The map on this page shows the exact spot.
What languages is it in?
Upcoming departures are in Spanish. Pick your language in the calendar to see only those.
When does it run?
5 departures are listed in the next three months, 4 of them in the next 7 days, usually at 11:30 and 17:00. Times are local to Bilbao.
Do I need to book?
Booking is a good idea: groups are limited and popular times fill up. Create a free Tripsora account, pick a day and time, and press Book to finish with the tour provider.
Is it accessible?
The tour provider has added accessibility information for this tour. Check the details with them when you book, and tell your guide about any needs on the day.
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