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Discover the Vibrant Beauty of Bilbao: A 4-Day Itinerary

Fabio Romar

Fabio Romar

14 Oct 2023

Embark on an unforgettable journey through Bilbao, Basque Country, Spain. Immerse yourself in the rich culture, stunning architecture, and breathtaking landscapes of this vibrant city. Follow this 4-day itinerary designed for solo travelers and experience the best that Bilbao has to offer.

Trip to Bilbao

Day 1
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$13

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$ 6

Victorooms

Depart from your stay 🏨

2 - 3 min

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Victorooms
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
3 - 4 min

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Bilboko Donejakue katedrala
Catholic cathedral dating to the 14th century with an understated Gothic-revival facade.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
7 - 9 min

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Erribera merkatua
Historic marketplace with a wide array of foods including produce, fish, meats, bread & pickles.
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
Azkuna Zentroa Alhóndiga Bilbao
Fitness center, cinema, theater, exhibitions & lectures in a Philippe Starck-designed space.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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$13
Victorooms
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
Day 2
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$38

Victorooms

Depart from your stay 🏨

9 - 14 min

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Directions

Victorooms
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
10 - 15 min

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Albiako Lorategiak
City green space offering shaded park benches, manicured grounds with flowers, a fountain & statues.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
5 - 8 min

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Museum of Fine Arts of Bilbao
Art venue including works by Velázquez, Goya & Picasso & known for its pieces by Basque artists.
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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$25
11 - 16 min

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Casilda Iturrizar parkea
City center 21-acre park with sweeping lawns, a pond, fountains & pergola, open since 1907.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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Free
8 - 12 min

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Puppy
A 43-foot flower-covered West Highland terrier by Jeff Koons guarding the Guggenheim since 1992.
1:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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Free
17 - 26 min

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Zubizuri
Pedestrian bridge over the Nervión River with a futuristic tied-arch design & a curved walkway.
2:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$13
Etxebarria parkea
Hillside park on regenerated industrial land with a brick chimney & views looking over the city.
3:30 PM - 4:15 PM
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Free
Victorooms
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
Day 3
+

$25

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$ 9

Victorooms

Depart from your stay 🏨

23 - 28 min

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Directions

Victorooms
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
15 - 18 min

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Vizcaya Bridge
Architectural iron bridge – the world's first to carry people & traffic on a high suspended gondola.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$25
Barakaldo Botanical Garden
Landscaped park with global plants & trees, plus seasonal flowers, walking trails & a hedge maze.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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Free
Victorooms
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
Day 4
+

$8

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$ 6

Victorooms

Depart from your stay 🏨

12 - 17 min

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Victorooms
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
8 - 10 min

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Begoñako Basilika
Grand 16th-century church on a hill with mostly Gothic architecture & an ornate gold altarpiece.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
3 - 4 min

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Funicular de Artxanda
Mountain station & viewpoint overlooking Bilbao for funicular railway, open since 1915.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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$8
Artxanda viewpoint
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
Victorooms
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free

Budget breakdown: $103 In total

Activities & Food:$83
Transport:$20