Historic Bilbao Free Tour

Duration: 2h and 30min
Languages: English, Spanish
Quality Verified Registered on February 02, 2020

SPAIN FREE TOURS ® is a young, dynamic and expanding company. We are a team of tourism professionals and guides with extensive background in culture, history and art. We work every day from our headquarters in Valencia to become a reference in tour guides services in Spain.

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  • No minimum number of attendees
    No minimum number of attendees is required for the tour
  • 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

"Ongi etorri!" means Welcome! Join our free tour and immerse yourself with us in the culture and traditions of the city, visiting the most iconic monuments of the old town of the VILLA DE BILBAO, because here we are villains!


We will begin the free tour of Bilbao in front of one of the most notable buildings in the town: the Arriaga Theater , did you know that it is dedicated to the said Bilbao composer, known as the 'Spanish Mozart'?

We will walk through the Jardines del Arenal , the gateway to the Old Town of Bilbao, a lively urban park full of surprises such as the Music Kiosk , a meeting place for the people of Bilbao. From this point, we will look out over the Nervión estuary, the backbone of the city.

Shall we continue? The church of San Nicolás awaits us, the Palacio de Yohn and the Plaza Nueva , a famous location for its 'pintxos' bars. History is important, but even more so the anecdotes and curiosities that gave life to its streets and countrymen, some as illustrious as Miguel de Unamuno or Amadeo de Saboya. Do you know that he starred in one of the most unforgettable “bilbainadas”?

We know that gastronomy interests you, that's why we have prepared a detail for you and we will recommend traditional and modern places where you can have the best pintxos and other typical dishes during your visit.

We will walk through that Bilbao of the " seven streets " that houses centuries-old shops, vestiges of the port past, fragments of the old wall and emblems such as the Cathedral of Santiago , an obligatory step on the northern route of the Camino. Although in Bilbao we have two cathedrals... Do you know which one is the other?

An obligatory stop on our tourist tour is the Mercado de Ribera , a fantastic space where you can continue discovering Bilbao's gastronomy.

We will let ourselves be carried away by the course of the estuary, so linked to the history of the town and that will give us the opportunity to end the visit by talking about curiosities and many recommendations to continue enjoying the essentials of Bilbao.

Come discover this and much more.

We will wait for you!

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  • Meeting point:
    Arriaga Plaza, 1, 48005 Bilbo, Bizkai...
    Arriaga Plaza, 1, 48005 Bilbo, Bizkaia, Spain
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    Meeting point - Plaza Arriaga (in front of the Theater with the same name). Look for the guide with an ORANGE vest and umbrella🧡 as soon as you arrive at the square, you will see us right away!

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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4.78
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Marcela 27 Mar 2023
Bogotá

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Travelled in group - Mar 2023
Si el guía conoce a su público y sabe que tiene un grupo con diferentes nacionalidades, no hay necesidad en hacer tanto enfoque sobre eventos de la historia de España que muchos que nos somos de aquí desconocemos.
Vanesa 27 Mar 2023

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Travelled in group - Mar 2023
Nos encantó recorrer el Casco Viejo con Saioa. A pesar del grupo poco participativo q nos tocó ella intentaba siempre sacar alguna sonrisa y nos aportaba anécdotas y detalles de la ciudad muy curiosas. Es una apasionada de Bilbao y nos hizo disfrutar la visita.
michael 26 Mar 2023
Liverpool

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Travelled alone - Mar 2023
very good
Marí... 25 Mar 2023
Almería

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Travelled in couple - Mar 2023
Andrea ha sido una guía excepcional. Profesional y divertida. Nos ha explicado perfectamente la historia de la ciudad y nos ha dado consejos muy útiles para seguir disfrutando el resto de días en Bilbao. Gracias Andrea, has sido súper maja!! All Iron!!
Diana 22 Mar 2023
Playa del Carmen

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Travelled in couple - Mar 2023
Genial Mikel , no hubiese escogido otro gurú mejor
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Who is this tour for?

Accessibility
Suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Groups
Does not accept large group reservations.
Pets
Suitable for carrying pets.

What should you know?

Minimum of attendees
There is no minimum number of people 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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