Ibaiondo Travel Guide
Bilbao
Popular places to visit
Plaza Nueva
Feast on an appetizing variety of local gourmet dishes while marveling at the architectural splendor of this popular city plaza.
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.
Bilbao City Hall
Tour the interior and exterior of an architectural gem, an important government building that lies close to Bilbao's old town.
Plaza Miguel de Unamuno
Revel in the lively ambiance of this old town square and tour some of the notable buildings in and around it.
Arriaga Theater
For your evening's entertainment while in the city reserve seats for a show or play at this spectacular 19th-century theater.
Bizkaia Frontoia
Catch an event at Bizkaia Frontoia during your trip to Bilbao. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.
Top hotels in Ibaiondo
Axel Hotel Bilbao – Adults Only
The building, location, room, staff and spa were all excellent. The only thing I would say is stay away from the bar. I was charged 17€ for one wine one beer and one coffee and not told the prices till after. It was the worst beer and wine I had all weekend. Really not nice at all. For comparison, ...
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Radisson Collection Bilbao
Clean room nice bathroom kind staff
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
Sercotel Arenal Bilbao
Airy room, great view, and location
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
NYX Hotel Bilbao by Leonardo Hotels
The room No 208 was very small. Breakfast is very average.
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Petit Palace Arana
Excellent location, right on the main Plaza. The lobby almost feels like entering an Art Gallery. They skillfully blended a modern design with the original old stone walls. The room was a decent size and had all the amenities. Very quiet in the evening.
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
Hotel Tayko Bilbao
Lovely hotel and a great location. Glass of wine and a tapas free from the bar on your first night too!
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Ibaiondo
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.
Errekalde
Errekalde might not have many top sights, but Bizkaia Frontoia and San Mames Stadium are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Bilbao la Vieja
While visiting Bilbao la Vieja, you might make a stop by sights like Bay of Biscay and San Anton Bridge.
Zabala
While Zabala isn't home to many top sights, Bilborock and Ribera Market are some notable places to visit nearby.
Iralabarri
Though Iralabarri may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Bizkaia Frontoia and Bilborock.
San Francisco
You'll enjoy the bars and theatres in San Francisco. You might want to make time for a stop at Bilborock or Bay of Biscay.
