Bilbao Walking Tour: Explore History & Modernity

Discover the captivating history of Bilbao on a guided tour through its historic area. Explore hidden secrets, iconic buildings, and learn about the city’s transformation over the centuries.

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Teatro Arriaga Antzokia - Introduction and walk through Old Town of Bilbao: Arenal, Plaza Nueva, San Antón Church and La Ribera Market
  • Plaza Nueva - Arrival in the downtown of Bilbao and walk through the area: railway station, Gran Via, the banks of the Nervión river and City Hall.
What's Included
  • Small group for a personalized experience
  • Expert guidance from a professional tour guide
What's Not Included
  • Rain clothes
Additional Information

Experience the heart of the Basque Country with a walking tour through its most iconic locations, offering a comprehensive exploration of Bilbao’s city center that seamlessly blends history, culture, and modernity. This Bilbao tour starts in the Old Town, where the famous Seven Streets, the Church of San Antón, Santiago Cathedral, and La Ribera Market…

Location
Teatro Arriaga
Arriaga Plaza
Arriaga Theater main entrance
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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George_b
Dec 13, 2025
Exceptional!!! - We were part of a very small tour, so it was very personalized. Eduardo knew so much history and interesting places to take us. We even got to go into the library briefly. I am a retired librarian, so that was very special! Would highly recommend a tour with Eduardo, to anyone and everyone!
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Sunshine482941
Nov 29, 2025
A tour that conveys the magic of Bilbao in an authentic way - It's different when the guide loves his city and wants you to know why. José has not only convinced me that Bilbao is an interesting, friendly and very vibrant city but explained its history and Basque roots. It was a very pleasant and intense experience and has given me a very detailed impression of this city. Thank you very much I will be back by the way.
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Elizabeth_a
Nov 20, 2025
Good overview of the old town and history - Pleasant and easy way to tour the city and hear the history of the area. Very good guide. Having a small group (3) made the tour extra enjoyable
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Aalshansky
Nov 19, 2025
Bilbao walking tour - It was a very informative walking tour with the detailed coverage of the history of Bilbao and Basque Country . Our tour guide Joserra was knowledgeable , friendly, accommodating. The only negative was the cold and rainy weather☔️. If you travel there in November, warm jacket and umbrella are highly recommended.
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Ellie_b
Nov 17, 2025
Fab tour, must do in Bilbao! - This tour was excellent and the perfect introduction to Bilbao and Basque Country. Miguel was a great tour guide with so much knowledge and insights, and he also made the tour very fun. He recommended so many local spots for local food and pintxos, that we will go back to. Learnt things we wouldn’t have otherwise seen or known. Eskerrik asko, Miguel!
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Sandim519
Nov 7, 2025
Fantastic Tour of Bilbao - Our tour was extraordinary. Jose shared so much information about Bilbao! He was so personable and kind, and we really enjoyed our time with him. One of the best tours I’ve ever had.
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Liz_f
Nov 6, 2025
Jose small walking tour - Jose was an excellent local guide giving us a really good insight into the origins and development of Bilbao from a historic perspective to modern day. He was very informative and tailored the tour to our interests as well as giving us advice on places to visit as well as restaurants and pintxos to try
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50paulad
Oct 25, 2025
Great guide, truly personalized experience - Small group tour—four unrelated people from Germany and the US—was great. This company limits the size to six people, and you could see how different it was with the other much larger tours leaving at the same time. Our guide had time to answer every question, ranging from how to pronounce words to how to get the best pinxtos—and where! She did not seem in a hurry and indeed our tour took a bit longer than the stated two hours because the group was asking so many questions!
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C3627lojackb
Oct 25, 2025
Fantastic and informative experience - Bea was a really fantastic guide, she answered all my friqui questions about politics, history and language with a lot if depth and interest, and recommended me some great sources of further information. A fantastic experience as a newcomer to Bilbao, I would definitely choose Local Experts again.
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Baileyandkahlua
Oct 15, 2025
Excellent Tour in Bilbao - Excellent tour, covered history, architecture, wars, politics, language, art, culture and food. Miguel was a wealth of information and a wonderful guide. Highly recommended for a trip to Bilbao!
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From $34
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).