Bilbao, Spain

The perfect blend of tradition and avant-garde

What to do in Bilbao?

To talk about museums in Bilbao is to talk about the Guggenheim Museum. This museum of contemporary art has become an icon of the city thanks to its extensive collection of national and international works, its multiform facade of titanium plates and its colourful mascot, Puppy, a 12-metre-high floral sculpture made up of 38,000 plants.

If the Guggenheim is not your style, don’t worry, Bilbao has a wide range of museums for all tastes, such as the Museum of Sacred Art, with ecclesiastical works and antiquities, the Itsasmuseum Bilbao, on the maritime activity of the Ría de Bilbao, or the Athletic Club Museum, for fans of the lions.

Bilbao’s gastronomy stands out for its generous portions of seafood, especially cod, fresh vegetables and, of course, pintxos. Whichever restaurant you choose, you will be immersed in a culinary journey of traditional stews and miniature delicacies prepared to the standard of the finest Michelin stars. Don’t forget to leave room for dessert!

A day’s shopping in Bilbao will take you to every corner of the city, from the Siete Calles in the Old City to the Golden Mile, formed by the Gran Vía, Marqués del Puerto and Rodríguez Arias, where the most exclusive fashion stores are located, without forgetting the elegance of El Ensanche and the Ribera Market, with culinary delights for all tastes.

Bilbao is a city of contrasts, and this is reflected in the many ways in which you can spend your day: broaden your horizons in art museums, experience the local culture in the centre of the city and the Plaza Nueva, experience living history in the Old Town… Choose your adventure and discover Bilbao!

A symbol of Bilbao’s culture and performing arts, the Arriaga Theatre has witnessed the city’s historical and cultural evolution thanks to its privileged location halfway between the Old Town and the Ría de Bilbao. Take the opportunity to see theatrical, musical and dance performances in a 19th-centuryneo-baroque building.

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La Ría is the backbone of Bilbao. Formed by the confluence of the Nervión and Ibaizabal rivers, the 23 kilometres of waterway divide the city into two parts, linked by a series of bridges in different architectural styles that reflect the contrasts of the capital of Biscay. Enjoy it from one of the many surrounding green areas or venture out onto the water on a canoe, it’s up to you!

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Hotel Hesperia Bilbao, located in front of the Guggenheim Museum, is the perfect combination of modernity, comfort, and spaciousness for a unique experience during your visit to Bilbao.

Bilbao, Spain

The perfect blend of tradition and avant-garde

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