Bilbao Food Tour & Wine Pairing
5,0 (1218)3hBilbao, Spain
From€105
HistoricalHikingCulture
Free walking tour of the Guggenheim Bilbao Effect & New Town
Bilbao, Spain
1h40DurationEnglishOffered inMobile ticketTicketNot includedPickupWheelchair accessibleAccessibilityEasyLevel
About this experience
This tour allows participants to explore the transformation of Bilbao, focusing on its heritage, culture, and history. The experience is designed for those interested in learning about the city's evolution at a leisurely pace, with engaging stories and interesting facts. It covers the expansion into new architecture in Abandoibarra and highlights significant architectural landmarks and monumental works. This walking tour is suitable for anyone curious about Bilbao's urban landscape, but may not suit those looking for a fast-paced experience. Before booking, note that the tour emphasizes historical context and anecdotes.
Itinerary
1
City Hall
Late 19th century building by Joaquin Rucoba, next to the estuary, the town hall bridge and the enlarged sculpture of the ovoid variant by the Basque sculptor Jorge Oteiza.
2
Puente Zubizuri
Controversial bridge by architect Santiago Calatrava, inaugurated in 1997
3
Isozaki Atea
Gate and block of residential buildings and skyscrapers by the Japanese architect, and a gesture of connection between the estuary and the classic expansion of Bilbao.
4
La Salve zubia
An important and brutal tension bridge from the late 20th century that determined the positioning of the current Guggenheim Museum.
5
Guggenheim Museum Bilbao
360º external exhibition of the Guggenheim Museum Bilbao collection, comprising the works of great artists.
6
Puppy
Main entrance area to the Guggenheim Museum and renowned sculpture by J.Koons with multiple adjacent streets and anecdotes.
7
Bilbao Fine Arts Museum
Euskadi Square and the entrance to the fine arts museum offer an unbeatable view of the urban planning of great architects on the old shipyards and storage areas of the town.
What's included / not included
Profesional local guide visit
Tour gratuity is not included; the client decides at the end of the tour (by card or cash).
Additional information
Accessibility and comfort
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
