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Guggenheim Museum Bilbao
Investigate a vast collection of modern and contemporary art both inside and outside one of the most recognizable buildings in Bilbao.
San Mames Stadium
Join local soccer fans and shout your support for a well-known European team that calls this spectacular stadium its home.
Plaza Nueva
Feast on an appetizing variety of local gourmet dishes while marveling at the architectural splendor of this popular city plaza.
Plaza Moyua
Take time out in this attractive city plaza and contemplate the beauty and majesty of the architecture of the surrounding historical buildings.
Ribera Market
Bring your shopping bags for three floors of market stalls at this centuries-old fresh produce market in the city’s historical quarter.
University of Deusto Bilbao
Explore the campus of University of Deusto Bilbao as part of your travels around Bilbao. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.
Top hotels in San Francisco
Axel Hotel Bilbao – Adults Only
Reviewed on 7 Jul 2025
Residencia Universitaria Resa Blas de Otero
Reviewed on 5 May 2025
Apartamentos Líbere Bilbao La Vieja
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2025
Hotel ILUNION San Mamés
Reviewed on 6 Jul 2025
Hotel Silken Indautxu Bilbao
Reviewed on 18 Jul 2025
The Artist Grand Hotel of Art
Reviewed on 20 Jul 2025
Other neighbourhoods around San Francisco
Bilbao Old Town
Museums, shopping and theatres highlight some notable features of Bilbao Old Town. Make a stop by Santiago Cathedral or Plaza Nueva while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Arriga Tram Stop or Casco Viejo Station to get around town.
Zabala
While Zabala isn't home to many top sights, Ribera Market and Santiago Cathedral are some notable places to visit nearby.
Bilbao la Vieja
While visiting Bilbao la Vieja, you might make a stop by sights like Bay of Biscay and San Anton Bridge.
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.
San Adrián
San Adrián might not have many top sights, but Ribera Market and Santiago Cathedral are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Abando
Ample dining options, fascinating museums, and beautiful river views are just a few top things to explore in Abando. A visit to Plaza Moyua or Ensanche might round out your trip, and you can jump aboard the metro at Moyua Station or Indautxu Station to get around town.