Bilbao Half-Day City and Guggenheim Museum Private Tour
ID: GYG35825-44264
Category:
Country: Spain
Duration:
06:00 hours
Description
Explore the historic city of Bilbao on a private 4-hour tour of all the main sites, from the charming Old Quarter to best of the surprising Guggenheim Museum and taste best pintxo bars & local food
Enjoy a half-day private tour of Bilbao tailored to your personal interests, in the company of a local insider guide.
Following a pick-up from your city hotel, or other location of your choice, set off to learn the history of the former industrial heartland of the Basque Country. As well as the city’s main highlights in the compact Casco Viejo (Old Quarter), including the 14th-century Catedral de Santiago and the arcaded Plaza Neuva, get off the beaten track to discover some of the city’s famous pintxo bars serving Basque tapas.
The city is dominated by the Guggenheim Museum, a striking fish-shaped structure built by Frank Gehry in the late 20th century. Built of shimmering titanium and glass, the stunning building put Bilbao back on the tourist map and is at the top of every visitors must-see list. You can enjoy a private tour both inside and out.
In addition to the Museo Guggenheim, admire Joaquin Rucoba’s Baroque designs for the City Hall on the banks of the Estuary of Bilbao, and his Teatro Arriaga, Bilbao’s beautiful opera house.
Highlights
- Wander the compact streeets of Bilbao's Casco Viejo
- See Frank Gehry's striking Guggenheim Museum
- Discover some of Bilbao's best pintxo bars
- Learn the history of the former industrial heartland of the Basque Country
- Enjoy a private tour inside the Guggenheim Museum
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Please contact the local operator to confirm the availability of the time and date chosen for your tour.
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
Cancellation is not possible. If you cancel it anyway or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity and the money you paid will not be refunded.
