Bilbao: Old Town free walking tour with a local guide
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2.5-hour free walking tour of Bilbao's Old Town, from the Arriaga Theatre to La Ribera market, with a radio headset and pintxo tips. Book your spot for €2.99 and pay what you like at the end. Rated 4.4/5 from 57 reviews.
The €2.99 only reserves your spot. At the end of the tour each person pays what they think is fair (usually €10 to €20), by card or cash.
- 2 hours 30 minutes
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- English
- Mobile ticket
Practical details
- Duration
- 2 hours 30 minutes
- Guide languages
- English
- Mobile ticket
- No need to print
- Wheelchair accessible
- Yes · flag it when booking
- Minimum age
- No restriction
- Pets
- Not allowed
- Cancellation
- Free up to 24h before
Highlights
- Arriaga Theatre and the Arenal
- The Seven Streets and Santiago Cathedral
- Plaza Nueva, San Nicolás and the Yohn Palace
- La Ribera market
- Radio headset so you can hear the guide
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Our take
A budget-friendly way to get your bearings in the Old Town on day one, and the radio headsets help when groups are large. If you want something more personal, a paid small-group tour is worth the extra.
What's included
- Guided walk through the Old Town
- Personal radio headset
- Pintxo bar tips and ideas for afterwards
Not included
- The voluntary payment to the guide at the end
- Food and drinks
Good to know
What to bring
- Comfortable shoes
Things to keep in mind
- Groups of up to 35 people
- Party groups are not allowed
- Audio recording of the tour is not allowed
Meeting point
Arriaga Theatre, Plaza Arriaga, 1, Bilbao.
The tour ends at La Ribera market, a few minutes from the start.
The experience
What you will see
- The Arriaga Theatre and the Arenal gardens by the river.
- San Nicolás, the Yohn Palace and Plaza Nueva.
- The Seven Streets and Santiago Cathedral.
- La Ribera market.
How it works
You meet in front of the Arriaga Theatre, pick up your radio headset and walk through the Old Town with short stops at each sight. The guide tells the story of the city and finishes at La Ribera market with tips on where to eat and what to do next. At the end you pay what you like.
Who I recommend it for
- Travellers on a tight budget.
- Anyone wanting a first loop of the Old Town.
Who I don't recommend it for
- Anyone who prefers a small group.
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible.
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before, with a full refund.
Frequently asked questions
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The €2.99 only reserves your spot. At the end of the tour each person pays what they think is fair (usually €10 to €20), by card or cash.