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Bilbao

Country: Spain Updated:

Bilbao is the largest city in the Basque Country, known for the Guggenheim Museum, modern architecture, the historic Casco Viejo old town, its food scene and green hills.

Panorama of Bilbao with the Guggenheim Museum
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When to go

Late spring and early autumn are particularly good for walks. The weather in northern Spain is wetter, so rainwear is sensible in different seasons.

Things to see and do

Visit the Guggenheim Museum, walk along the Nervión and through Casco Viejo, and visit the Mercado de la Ribera and a viewpoint.

Practical tips

The centre is well connected by metro, tram and buses. An evening reservation may be sensible for popular restaurants and pintxos bars.

Getting there and getting around

Bilbao has an international airport and good rail and bus connections within northern Spain. Metro trains, trams and buses operate in the city.

Where to stay

Casco Viejo suits a historic atmosphere and pintxos. Abando is centrally located, while areas around the Guggenheim Museum offer modern architecture.

What to try

Try pintxos, bacalao al pil-pil, seafood and Basque desserts.

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