Bilbao la Vieja Travel Guide
Bilbao
Visit Bilbao la Vieja
Popular places to visit
San Mames Stadium
Join local soccer fans and shout your support for a well-known European team that calls this spectacular stadium its home.
Guggenheim Museum Bilbao
Investigate a vast collection of modern and contemporary art both inside and outside one of the most recognizable buildings in Bilbao.
Plaza Nueva
Feast on an appetizing variety of local gourmet dishes while marveling at the architectural splendor of this popular city plaza.
Euskalduna Conference Centre and Concert Hall
Attend a conference, concert or dramatic performance, go on a guided tour and browse an eclectic collection of art at this riverside venue.
Plaza Moyua
Take time out in this attractive city plaza and contemplate the beauty and majesty of the architecture of the surrounding historical buildings.
Vizcaya Bridge
You can find out about the history of Bilbao with a trip to Vizcaya Bridge. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Top hotels in Bilbao la Vieja
Hotel Bilbi
Streetcar access close by to get around
Reviewed on 15 Aug 2025
The Artist Grand Hotel of Art
Beautiful hotel, perfect location, extremely helpful staff.
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
Hotel ILUNION San Mamés
Everting good
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
Barceló Bilbao Nervión
Everything was superb except the issue with ac not available due to the time of year and predominantly heat calls are desired
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025
Axel Hotel Bilbao – Adults Only
Awesome
Reviewed on 19 Nov 2025
Mercure Bilbao Jardines De Albia
Very well located, on the newer side of town, a short 10-minute walk to the Guggenheim and 10 minutes to old town. The room was well-appointed and clean. Would definitely use again. The front desk staff was VERY knowledgeable and helpful.
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Bilbao la Vieja
San Francisco
You'll enjoy the bars and theatres in San Francisco. You might want to make time for a stop at Ensanche or Bay of Biscay.
Zabala
While Zabala isn't home to many top sights, Ribera Market and Bizkaia Frontoia are some notable places to visit nearby.
Bilbao Old Town
Museums, shopping and theatres highlight some notable features of Bilbao Old Town. Make a stop by Plaza Nueva or Arriaga Theater while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Arriga Tram Stop or Casco Viejo Station to get around town.
Santutxu
When in Santutxu and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Ribera Market or Plaza Miguel de Unamuno and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Basarrate Station or Santutxu Station.
Casco Viejo
Museums, theatres and historical sites highlight some notable features of Casco Viejo. Make a stop by Plaza Nueva or Museum of Archaeology Bizkaya while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Casco Viejo Station or Arriga Tram Stop to get around town.
Bilbao City Centre
Bilbao City Centre is highly notable for its fascinating museums, and you might want to visit top sights like Plaza Moyua and Gran Casino Bilbao. See more of Bilbao by jumping on the metro at Moyua Station or Abando Station.
