Getxo: coastal bike tour with a pintxo and a drink
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2.5-hour guided bike ride around Getxo, a metro ride from Bilbao: the Bizkaia Bridge, Algorta Old Port and the cliffs, with a stop for a pintxo and a drink. Rated 4.8/5 from 46 reviews.
- 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
- No
- Minimum age
- No restriction
- Pets
- Not allowed
- Cancellation
- Free up to 24h before
Highlights
- 6 guests maximum
- UNESCO-listed Bizkaia Bridge
- Algorta Old Port
- Cliffs over the Bay of Biscay
- A pintxo and a drink at a local bar
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Our take
A lovely way to discover the mouth of the estuary, a part of Bizkaia many visitors skip. The group of six and the start in Getxo mean your time is spent on the coast rather than riding out of the city.
What's included
- Bike and helmet
- English-speaking local guide
- One pintxo and one drink
Not included
- Tips
Good to know
What to bring
- Windbreaker or rain gear
- Swimwear and sunscreen if you stay at the beach afterwards
- Camera
Not suitable for
- People with heart problems
- People with limited mobility
Things to keep in mind
- It starts in Getxo, not central Bilbao
- The route is mostly flat but needs some physical effort
- No cycling experience needed, just be comfortable on a bike
Meeting point
Calle Padre Félix de la Virgen, 1, Algorta (Getxo).
Close to Algorta metro station, with a direct line from Bilbao.
The experience
What you will see
- The Bizkaia Bridge, the UNESCO-listed transporter bridge.
- Algorta Old Port and Getxo's seafaring neighbourhoods.
- The cliffs over the Bay of Biscay.
How it works
You take the metro to Algorta and pick up your bike and helmet there. With your guide you ride along the Getxo coast at an easy pace, stopping often to talk about what you see, and take a break at a bar for a pintxo and a drink.
Who I recommend it for
- Anyone who wants to see the coast near Bilbao without a car.
- Anyone who prefers a very small group.
Who I don't recommend it for
- Anyone not comfortable on a bike.
Accessibility
Not suitable for people with limited mobility.
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before, with a full refund.
Frequently asked questions
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