Guggenheim Museum Tours and Activities

Converted into a symbol of the new Bilbao, the Guggenheim Museum Bilbao constitutes one of the most ambitious cultural projects of the 21st century. The work of Canadian Frank O. Gehry, the building is a fantastic ship-like structure of stone, titanium and glass. The Guggenheim Museum has its own unique collection, while complementing the collections of the other Guggenheim institutions. The Museum's collection includes works by some of the most important artists of the second half of the 20th century, such as Eduardo Chillida, Yves Klein, Willem de Kooning, Robert Motherwell, Robert Rauschenberg, James Rosenquist, ClyffordStill, Antoni Tàpies and Andy Warhol. to name a few. If you want to know the true history of the museum, where it should be located or why Bilbao was chosen as the city for the Guggenheim, this is your tour.

Immerse yourself in the artistic wonder of Bilbao’s Guggenheim Museum with a private guide on this cultural tour. Accompanied by your accomplished guide, explore the enthralling exhibitions of the museum in order to discover contemporary and modern art masterpieces; see timeless masterworks like Joseph Beuy’s ‘Lightning with Stag in its Glare’ and gaze at Jeff Koons’ colossal sculpture ‘Puppy’. Gain fascinating insight into different art movements and hear tales of the intriguing lives of some of the artists during this culturally enriching exploration.

See Bilbao in a different way as you relax on a boat, and take in the sites. Choose from a ride in the sea, or river, and cruise past landmarks like the Guggenheim Museum, University of Deusto, palaces, and more. Listen to live onboard narration from a guide, and learn about the history of the city as you sail around it.

Take a bike route with us and enjoy all the attractions that both tourist Bilbao and more alternative and unknown Bilbao offer you. Mix with the city and its inhabitants and get to know all our customs and traditions thanks to our team of professional guides who are perfectly knowledgeable about the city.

Immerse yourself in the history, culture, and art of Bilbao with this half-day tour from San Sebastian. Listen to guided commentary on the city and explore the Guggenheim museum's world-class art. Round-trip transportation from San Sebastian means no need to rent a car or fuss with public transportation.

The only Food and photography expert-led PINTXO TOUR in Bilbao. Join me for a walking, photographing, eating & drinking experience you'll never forget! We'll visit 5 different bars for a glass & a pintxo (sophisticated Basque tapa) at each one. It's a full meal & exactly what the locals like to do. You'll BE A LOCAL with me! Along the route, I'll show you the sites & tell you about the history & culture of the Basque Country, we will visit the RIBERA MARKET but my focus is definitely on FOOD & DRINK. My route & the menu changes daily, but we'll do a mix from the traditional to the modern. Expect to eat anchovies, octopus, bacalao in pil-pil sauce, squid, foie gras, local cheese... and ending of course, with a traditional dessert. Thirsty? I'm great at pairing the perfect pour with the perfect plate, from local ciders to white wine (txakoli), young & aged Tempranillo​ from La Rioja, beer & beyond maybe we'll dip into some vermouth too? Or want to try our local drink Kalimotxo?

Bilbao is a very beautiful city with nice urban architecture that knows very well how to mix between the old and new style which create a unique contrast, for that reason a night tour is the best choose to meet most of the locals and discover how they live. Because we have a friendly way to show you around, join us for a maximum fun, knowledge and adventure to feel like a local after your tour.

History buffs and art enthusiasts appreciate this short walking tour around the exterior of the Guggenheim Museum. Your guide shares information about the history of the building designed by acclaimed architect Frank Gehry as well as the modern sculptures outside. Choose from morning or afternoon departures and meet your guide in a central location. 

Explore the Basque Country beyond San Sebastian on this full-day private tour. Get picked up at your hotel and set out to see the 10th-century hermitage of San Juan de Gaztelugatxe. Stroll through the old town of Bilbao and along the riverbank to see the striking Guggenheim Museum. Lunch in a traditional restaurant is included.

The Frank Gehry-designed Guggenheim Museum features on most Bilbao sightseeing itineraries, but often only gets an exterior look. This tour lets you give this world-famous building and its contents the attention they deserve, with a guided exterior and interior tour. Admire the curved-steel facade, tour the outdoor artworks and interior art highlights, and take advantage of the included day-long admission to explore the permanent and rotating exhibitions independently.

Explore top attractions in the Basque Country on this private 4.5-hour Bilbao and Guggenheim Museum tour. Follow a private guide through the pretty streets of Bilbao and admire the architecture for which the city is famous. Along the way, gain insight into the region’s culture and heritage, and take in top landmarks including the neo-baroque Arriaga Theater, City Hall, Ribera Market and the 14th-century Santiago Cathedral. Mingle with the locals along bustling shopping streets, then visit the famous Guggenheim Museum Bilbao — one of the largest museums in Spain.

Experience Bilbao like a local with a private guide and a walking tour tailor-made for you. Explore Bilbao’s atmospheric Old Town and Ensanche neighborhood, browse the stalls at the La Ribera market, and marvel at architectural wonders such as the Guggenheim Museum, San Mames Stadium, and Bilbao Cathedral.

The Guggenheim Museum is one of Spain’s largest art museums and visiting with a private guide ensures you make the most of your visit. Marvel at the museum’s futuristic architecture, then head inside to admire contemporary and avant-garde masterpieces by artists such as Richard Serra, Jeff Koons, and Francesco Clemente.

Experience some of Basque Country’s top destinations on this multi-day excursion. After a convenient airport pickup, enjoy activities that include exploring the cities of Bilbao, San Sebastian, Vitoria, and Rioja, and enjoy complimentary access to museums like the Guggenheim and San Telmo. Enjoy all-inclusive transportation, select meals, accommodations, and access to a knowledgeable, friendly guide.

Maximize your time in Bilbao with a private guide and a sightseeing tour tailor-made for you. Explore Bilbao’s atmospheric Old Town and Ensanche neighborhood, browse the stalls at the La Ribera market, and marvel at architectural wonders such as the Guggenheim Museum, San Mames Stadium, and Bilbao Cathedral. Hotel pickup and drop-off is included.

Cosmopolitan, open, welcoming, vital, elegant and modern; Bilbao combines traits of a unique and characteristic cultural heritage, with a new aesthetic social revitalization process. Every village and town along the Basque Coast has been forged by the sea. The Cantabrian Sea has shaped both the landscape and our people for thousands of years and promises an unbeatable view.

In the morning, once we arrive to Bilbao from San Sebastian, we´ll do a tour around the most iconic área of the city. Because of it´s history and location, Bilbao offers a perfect mix of arquitectura, tradition, sea and mountain. We will visit the Ribera Market, located next to the river, which is a comercial reference for all the región. During the visit, we´ll enjoy 2 “pintxo” with 2 beverages suggested by the tour guide. The guide will also give suggestions about where to eat. After the free time given for lunch, we´ll head to the location that made Bilbao famous all around the globe, Guggenheim Museum. Once we are done in the museum, we´ll head back to San Sebastián.

Combine art, food, and culture on this action-packed tour from San Sebastian. Perfect for travelers short on time, see the Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao, and many highlights of the Basque coast, such as Zumaia, and Getaria. Save hours of research time by getting a guide’s top tips on the best places to eat and drink in the Basque Country. No need to worry about driving, as private transfers are included.

Build your own itinerary on this fully customizable private tour through the Basque country. With a private guide, check any number of Basque country highlights off your list, depending on the pace at which you'd like to travel. Pickup and drop-off at your selected departure points; timing is flexible according to your schedule and budget.

This tour will respect Spanish social distancing rules at all times and the guide will wear a mask at all times in closed spaces. Bilbao has a vibrant, avantgarde feel to it... You’ll see for yourself straight away that it exudes modernity. From it’s origins as an industrial hub, it has evolved into an international reference point for urban design and has set the standard as a model of urban regeneration. if we had to stand out one regeneration that has secured Bilbao's place on the international stage that would have to be the Guggenheim. It can’t be denied that since it’s construction it has become a great highlight. In this tour we will visit Bilbao's casco viejo with a stop for some traditional Bilbao style pintxos. After we will continue our walk up to the church of san Antón, that is the oldest of Bilbao. Then visit the Ribera market, the biggest indoor market in Europe and walk along the river enjoying the contrast of old and new Bilbao all the way our Guggenheim visit.

"Discover the Basque region that surrounds Bilbao called Biscay (Bizkaia in Basque language) during a full-day trip from Vitoria. Fall in love with the charming 10th century hermitage of San Juan de Gaztelugatxe and climb its 241 stairs to get to the top and enjoy its magnificent views. Game of Thrones' 7th season was shot here, so find yourself at Dragonstone! After recovering from the steep path from the hermitage, head to Bilbao (the financial capital of the Basque Country) and get a glimpse of the architectural and traditional beauties of this wonderful city, including Guggenheim Museum (entrance tickets included). All this in one day, and with the convenience of private transportation (pick up and drop off at your hotel) & lunch included in the tour price!"

We will tour Bilbao on a private and flexible visit in terms of schedule and tour. We will talk about history, art, gastronomy, curiosities, legends ... always in an entertaining and entertaining way. The groups cannot exceed 6 people, to integrate us in the rhythm of the city, meet us and connect.

5 days - 4 nights basque country circuit Places to vitit: Bilbao, San Sebastian, Vitoria, Rioja Included: - Tickets to visit freely the San Telmo Museum                - The Shrine of Our Lady of Arantzazu                - Salt Museum                - Transporter Bridge of Biscay                - Guggenheim museum entrance

Meet Bilbao's most interesting spots by walking across its historic area! Join our local guides and do not miss any of the secrets that this emblematic city hides, learning every detail of its buildings and its people. Departing from the border of Old Town and Downtown you will be taken through the serpentine Old Town streets, going through the seven genuine streets and the churches of San Anton and Santiago, without missing the market of La Ribera. Later on you will be shown the expansion of the city during the 19th century with the influence of the industralisation and the development of banking, and finally the last modernisation of the city with the building of the river bank walks, the White Bridge (Zubizuri) and the Guggenheim museum.