Bilbao: From Rise to Decline - The story of a city that rose from tragedy to become a symbol of urban planning.

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Bilbao: Rise, Fall, and Rebirth.
From a city devastated by tragedy to a symbol of modern urban planning.

A walk through the historic center: a two-hour journey back in time!
Exit: Arriaga Theater.

Discover the secrets of a city that has faced wars, endured tragedy, and grown proudly! On this walking tour of Bilbao's historic center, you'll walk through streets steeped in history, charming squares, centuries-old churches, and iconic landmarks that shaped the city's transformation.

Recall Bilbao's glorious and turbulent past, from the Napoleonic Wars to the Carlist Wars.

Get to know and understand this city that prospered and then declined.

Be moved by the impact of the 1983 flood, which destroyed much of the city and marked a turning point in its history.

Be amazed by the urban revitalization that has made Bilbao a world leader in architecture, culture, and quality of life.

Along the way, we'll visit Plaza Nueva, Santiago Cathedral, La Ribera Market, the Camino de Santiago, historic houses like Simón Bolívar's and Rafael Padilla's (Mr. Chocolat), and many other hidden treasures along the banks of the estuary.

We'll finish with incredible views and, if you prefer, a coffee nearby to round off the experience with a flourish.

💬 A city with a strong soul, a living memory, and a future being built around every corner. Come experience it with us!


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Bilbao: Apogee, decline and resurgence.
From devastated by a tragedy to a symbol of modern urbanism.

A walk through the Historic Center – 2 hours of timeless travel!

Departure: Arriaga Theater

Discover the secrets of a city that faced wars, resisted tragedies and grew with pride! On this walking tour of the historic center of Bilbao, you will walk through historic streets, charming squares, centuries-old churches and iconic points that mark the transformation of the city.

Bilbao's glorious and turbulent past is remembered - from the Napoleonic Wars to the Carlist Wars.

Know and understand this city that prospered and then entered into decline.

Be moved by the impact of the 1983 disaster, which destroyed a large part of the city and Marcou before and after its history.

Surpreenda-se com a urban revitalization that transformed Bilbao into a world reference for architecture, culture and quality of life.

Along the way, we will visit Plaza Nueva, the Cathedral of Santiago, or Mercado La Ribera, or Caminho de Santiago, historic houses such as those of Simón Bolívar and Rafael Padilla (or Senhor Chocolat), and many other treasures hidden between the banks of the Ría.

We ended with an incredible view and, if we wanted, a coffee in the roundnesses to date the experience with a golden opportunity.

💬 A city with a strong soul, living memory and a future that was built around every corner. Let's live like people!