Bilbao essentials: private tour of the Old Town and estuary
Private tour with hotel pickup through the Old Town (Plaza Nueva, Santiago Cathedral) and along the estuary to the Zubizuri bridge, with the option to visit the Guggenheim. Price per group.
- About 4 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Private: just your group
- Spanish, English, French
- Mobile ticket and instant confirmation
From €540 per group
Check availability →Price per person by group size
- 2 people€270/person€540 total
- 4 people€160/person€640 total
- 6 people€130/person€780 total
Large figure: price per person; below: total for the group. It may vary by date.
Free cancellation up to 24h beforeInstant confirmationSecure payment
Practical details
- Duration
- About 4 hours
- Guide languages
- Spanish · English · French
- Mobile ticket
- No need to print
- Instant confirmation
- Right after booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Yes · flag it when booking
- Cancellation
- Free up to 24h before
Highlights
- Guide just for your group, with hotel pickup
- Old Town, Plaza Nueva and Santiago Cathedral
- Estuary walk to the Zubizuri bridge
- Price per group: €540 for 2 people
Our take
A great first look at Bilbao: old and new told by a local, at your own pace.
What's included
- Private guide
- Hotel pickup
Not included
- Guggenheim ticket
- Food and drinks
- Tips
Good to know
Things to keep in mind
- Price per group, not per person
- Guggenheim entry is not included
- Wheelchair accessible
Meeting point
Pickup at your hotel in Bilbao
The experience
What you'll see
Bilbao's Old Town, with Plaza Nueva and Santiago Cathedral, and the estuary, symbol of the city's transformation, to the Zubizuri bridge and the Guggenheim.
How it works
The guide picks you up at your hotel and adapts the route to your interests. Price per group: €540 for 2, €640 for 4 and €780 for 6.
Who it's for
- First-time visitors to Bilbao.
- Those who want Basque history beyond the museum.
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start, with a full refund.
Frequently asked questions
Do we go inside the Guggenheim?
Can I cancel?
Related reading on our guides
→ Bilbao in one day: Guggenheim, Old Town and pintxos
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Direct booking with ExploraSpain: the activity is run by a local operator we have selected, you pay by card through Bókun's secure gateway, and we look after you before and after booking.
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