Top Bilbao Unique Experiences

Spain is widely famous for its wines' high quality, and the cradle of these wines, the land that provides its name to the apellation of La Rioja, is not far from Bilbao. Enjoy visiting two wineries, have a relaxing walk through the vineyards, learn the wine-making process from the grape harvest to the aging and finish the experience with a wine tasting in each winery to taste some of the best Rioja wines. Two different wineries will be visited in order to learn the difference from one winery to the other. Along the day we will also visit the charming medieval village of Laguardia were two pintxos and wines will be tasted to have a complete gastronomical day.

Cruise the curvaceous coastline of Bilbao in a luxurious minivan on a guided tour of the city and its sights. See the intriguing industrial areas that propelled Bilbao into prosperity and visit significant landmarks like the Transporter Bridge of Bizkaia and the San Juan de Gaztelugatxe hermitage. Visit the quaint coastal villages that pepper the Basque Coast and absorb the tranquil ambiance of picturesque marinas on this enriching excursion.

Marvel at the scenic splendor of San Sebastian on a delightful day-trip from Bilbao. Wander the winding streets of the city’s Old Quarter to see antique architecture; pleasure your palate with Spanish specialties in the small fishing village of Hondarribia; and sink your toes into the silken sands of Biarritz, a sandy stretch declared the ‘Beach of Kings’ due to regular visits by European royalty. Convenient round-trip transportation from your hotel is included in this 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.

Get to know the city through the eyes of a passionate local. With no set itinerary, you can customize the tour or leave it up to the local for an insightful introduction to the city. Make travel about the people you meet not just the places you see. With our walking tours, you’ll skip the mundane historical tours and discover the city through a local’s eyes. Experience a tour that will transform the way you travel to make it as much about the people you meet, as it is the places you see. Our local guides (Lokafyers) are passionate about their city and eager to share their knowledge and perspective. Since Lokafyers are not professional guides and tour occasionally, they provide an experience that’s authentic and personal, like a friend showing you around their city. By the end of the tour, you'll feel comfortable navigating the city and confident that you have all the information you need to make the most of your stay.

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.

Discover the history of Bilbao on this half-day guided tour. Travel along the coast stopping at the Vizcaya Bridge before reaching the Urdaibai Biosphere Reserve. Following that, head to the charming fishing village of Berme then visit Gernika to see the Assembly House and the Tree of Gernika, a symbol of the Basque people.

Visitors to Basque Country can easily miss the charming capital city of Vitoria, opting to tour the smaller villages and wine regions. On this full-day tour across Basque Country, travelers don't need to choose—you'll visit both the city and countryside. Start your day walking through Vitoria's historic quarter, and then head to La Rioja for an afternoon in the vineyards and villages. Wrap up your day at a traditional winery for a wine tasting, included at no extra charge.

Discover the history of Bilbao on this guided walking tour. Learn about the city’s gastronomy, culture, architecture, and traditions while you explore the streets and feel like a local. Tour highlights include the Plaza Nueva in Casco Viejo, La Ribera market, Catedral de Santiago, Bidebarrieta (the central library), and more.

Foodies will want to join this guided walking tour of Bilbao to learn about the gastronomy of Northern Spain. Indulge in Basque tapas, pintxos, and miniature cuisine, as well as wine pairings, Basque craft beers, and other traditional local drinks. Discover the roots of each dish and drink, its ingredients, and how you can recreate it at home. Experience Bilbao like the Basque people.

- Luxury, safe and reliable Private Transfer from Bilbao city to San Sebastian in Chauffered Luxury Car. - Fixed price with no hidden costs after booking. - Wide fleet of Mercedes Benz cars only. - Certified professional uniformed drivers. - Meet&Greet Service: We welcome you at the lobby of your hotel holding a board with your name.

Learn all about traditional pintxos (the Basque version of Spanish tapas) on a guided walking tour of Bilbao's bars. At each stop, sample one or two of these delightful little bar snacks accompanied with a glass of wine, beer, or hard cider. Get an insider's perspective of the ancient part of the city that dates back to 1300. Consider booking this tour at the beginning of your Bilbao vacation so you can return to your favorite hotspots for more pintxo sampling.

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.

Learn how to make Basque tapas with the benefit of personalized attention during this half-day private cooking class. Enjoy being in a private villa in the mountains with a chef guide, who will teach you how to cook with seasonal produce grown on site. Sip a glass of wine and taste local cheese and olive oil while you learn, then sit down to eat your masterpieces. Private round-trip transportation included, as well as a visit to the fishing village of Castro Urdiales.

Enjoy a dinner to remember—and discover the highlights of Bilbao’s vibrant food scene—during this small-group food tour. Meet your guide in central Bilbao, and be sure to come hungry: you’ll taste the best of the city’s many pintxos (tapas) bars. Try a number of local bites, learn all about what sets the Basque Country’s culinary offerings apart, enjoy drinks with your nibbles, and follow your guide to locals-frequented favorites.

The ultimate gastronomy experience, this bespoke tasting and sightseeing tour takes you into some of Rioja’s finest food and drink establishments. Enjoy first-rate wine samples in two local wine bars, plus a visit to a traditional winery where winemaking traditions date back five generations. Full-day tour also include a picnic lunch overlooking the Rioja vineyards and a walk through the walled medieval city of Laguardia.

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.

If you love nature, geology and wine you will love this tour. We will introduce you to the stunning scenery that we have in Basque country full of cliffs, beaches, mountains and very rough seas. All of this gets even better when you enjoy it with a lovely glass of local white wine! In this tour we will take you to San Juan de Gaztelugatxe where the famous Game of Thrones series was set. You will be able to take the most stunning pictures as you reach the top of the hermitage surrounded by the rough ocean waters. You have a maximum of 2 hours to make it to the top and back! After the walk we will enjoy some pintxos together and we will head to visit one of the traditional Basque txakoli wineries, the Basque local wine. You will enjoy a lovely visit to a family winery with a well-deserved wine tasting to finish the tour! Important notes: Please be aware that this tour requires extremely comfortable shoes (don´t bring heals, open sandals or flip-flops or you will regret it enormously)

With this experience you will be able to know first-hand the Basque gastronomy knowing our style and the fresh products in the Mercado de la Ribera and the gastronomic options that can be found in our city from Michelin star restaurants, author, international, gastronomic workshops and the best known pintxos routes. The duration is two hours and includes a snack of 2 pintxos (Basque tapas) and 1 pot (drink). This experience will help you choose gastronomic options in BILBAO: menus, gastronomic workshops or pintxos routes (Basque tapas).

Because every trip is an adventure our tour is private and done in friendly way by our Locals if you want to discover all the secrets of Bilbao like the history ,culture and gastronomy. As soon as you book, our guide will contact you directly via message or phone so you can choose your stating time and the meeting point that suit you, while you can benefit also from a free Hotel pickup for your comfort. Tickets are free for infant and child under 14.

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.

 I have spent 10 years dedicated to tourism and gastronomy, with true passion and knowledge, as well as being a great cheerleader and public relations!

The Picos de Europa National Park offers some of Europe's most spectacular mountain scenery. Your guide and driver, Juan Fernandez Buelga is a knowledgeable person with a BSc in Geology but more important, lots of experience touring north Spain. He can design a customized full day tour starting in the city of Bilbao, driving into the Cantabria and Asturias provinces, enjoying time in the heart of the Picos de Europa. Important: included in the price are quality meals and drinks (lunch, dinner and snacks). While professionally I am focused in geology some people consider I am a true foodie so I always point to my customers to the type of food that they like for each moment. This is only a one day tour but it is enough to visit Cantabria and the Picos de Europa, starting from Bilbao.

The activity is carried out with great care by the guides Joseba and Iona. We always try to adapt to the tastes and needs of the client. We are passionate about our work, and this is an opportunity to visit privately, without being among large groups of people.