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Free tour

Basque Free Tour: Historical Bilbao

Duration: 2h
Languages: English, Spanish
Quality Verified Registered on June 11, 2019

THE BEST PLAN TO KNOW BILBAO FROM THE HAND OF EXPERT LOCAL GUIDES.

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  • Free booking and cancellation
    Free payment tour, no set price, booking and cancellation are free
  • Accepts electronic payment
    This tour allows payment by electronic means or credit card

Tour description

The Unmissable Tour of Bilbao!

You have a perfect opportunity to enjoy the most complete tour of the historic center of Bilbao.

We have the best team of professional local guides at your service.

Get to know Bilbao's heritage, culture and history rigorously and entertainingly, unhurriedly, seasoned with anecdotes and curiosities.

Enjoy!

Brief description and itinerary:

From its medieval old town (Las Siete Calles) to the alternative Bilbao La Vieja, we will go through the origins of this mercantile town from the beginning of the 14th century, we will walk through its first streets, buildings, squares and markets. You will discover the importance of the estuary, the mining and industrial activity, the historical events. The history of great characters awaits us on an essential visit to get to know the town of Bilbao.


  • Arriaga Theater
  • El Arenal Church of San Nicolás and origin of the BBV
  • New and Old Square
  • Basque and Euskaltzaindia
  • The Cathedral of Santiago
  • Camino de Santiago UNESCO
  • Great Bilbaoans: Unamuno, Aresti, Pichichi...
  • The Seven Streets, Traditions and gastronomy
  • Bridge and Church of San Antón
  • Old Bilbao
  • Marzana Pier
  • Local shops and art
  • La Ribera Market

And much more....



What does this tour include?

- Professional guides: Tours with expert local guides. Experienced historians, architects and guides from the most important museums will show you the city with passion.​

- Local advice: Our knowledge at your disposal. We are here to help you enrich your trip with good recommendations.

Do not hesitate to ask us!



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Highlights

What will we visit on this tour?

  • Meeting point:
    Arriaga Plaza, 1, 48005 Bilbo, Bizkai...
    Arriaga Plaza, 1, 48005 Bilbo, Bizkaia, España
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    In La Plaza Arriaga, in front of the main entrance of the Teatro Arriaga. Guides with white umbrellas from Basque free tours Bilbao.

  • 1
    Outside visit
    Plaza del Arriaga
  • 2
    Outside visit
    Kiosco el Arenal
  • 3
    Outside visit
    Plaza Berria
  • 4
    Outside visit
    Plazuela de San Nicolás
  • 5
    Outside visit
    Plaza Miguel Unamuno
  • 6
    Outside visit
    Portal de Zamudio Kalea
  • 7
    Outside visit
    Plazuela de Santiago
  • 8
    Free admission
    Mercado de la Ribera
  • 9
    Outside visit
    San Anton eliza
  • 10
    Outside visit
    Muelle de Matrzana
  • 11
    Outside visit
    Casco Viejo
  • 12
    Outside visit
    Calle Santa Maria

How much does this tour cost?

Free tours do not have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end of the tour the amount that he or she considers appropriate (these usually range from €10 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).

Tour opinions

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Jessie 24 Apr 2024
Wichita

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Travelled alone - Apr 2024
This was such a great experience! I really recommend doing this tour as soon as you arrive in Bilbao, so that you can get familiar with the area and know where to eat!
Gabriel 24 Apr 2024
Santa Cruz de Tenerife

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Travelled in couple - Apr 2024
Silvia, la guía en este hermoso tour por el bello y recoleto casco antiguo de Bilbao, nos hizo muy ameno todo el recorrido con muchas alusiones históricas, desde Unamuno a John Adams, pasando por el compositor Arriaga, entre otros insignes próceres bilbainos. El recorrido muy cómodo, se hicieron cortas las más de 2 horas de bellas historias y anécdotas, pasando por rincones que sin la ayuda de una guía cualificada y tan bien informada como Silvia, sería imposible apreciar y valorar el lindo botxito (una pequeña pero gran ciudad encerrada entre varios montes y nacida gracias a un puente y a la visión de López de Haro.
Johanna 24 Apr 2024
Leipzig

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Travelled alone - Apr 2024
Had a fun tour with Stephane! Interesting historical information, fun facts, recommendations, a great start for my time in Bilbao!
BLANCA 23 Apr 2024
Madrid

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Travelled in group - Apr 2024
Tour totalmente recomendable, muy interesante y ameno. Silvia, la guía, un encanto de persona y buena profesional.
Alexandre 22 Apr 2024
Brussels

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Travelled in group - Apr 2024
Very interesting tour to have a good overview of the history of Bilbao and places to visit.
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Who is this tour for?

Accessibility
Suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Groups
Accepts reservations up to 8 people.
Pets
Suitable for carrying pets.

What should you know?

Minimum of attendees
A minimum of 5 people is required for the tour.
Additional costs:
The tour does not require the payment of entrance fees or additional expenses.
Free cancellation
If you will not be able to attend the tour, please cancel your booking, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.
Payment methods
Electronic or credit card payment is accepted.
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