Bilbao: Getxo and Vizcaya Bridge Small Group Tour
ID: GYG350176-627016
Category:
Country: Spain
Duration:
04:00 hours
Description
Discover Bilbao’s fascinating industrial and maritime history on this guided tour. Explore the centuries-old houses in Getxo and visit the impressive Vizcaya Bridge that links the towns of Portugalete and Las Arenas.
Retrace the history of 19th century Bilbao and discover the industrial development that led to the meeting of two very different social classes. The tour begins with pickup from your hotel in Bilbao and heads out towards the mouth of the Ibaizabal estuary.
Arrive at the UNESCO listed Vizcaya Bridge, built in the late 1800s to connect the two banks on either side. Learn about the architecture of the bridge, as well as how it brought together local communities and the effects this had on the area’s industrial development. From the bridge, admire views of the steep and narrow streets of Portugalete, a medieval village on the left bank.
Next, explore the charming town of Getxo, bursting with character and centuries-old houses. Discover the town’s many districts, and admire epic views of the Punta Galea cliffs. By the end of the tour, you’ll have a better understanding of Bilbao’s history, culture, and socioeconomics.
Highlights
- Discover Bilbao's industrial and maritime history
- Visit and learn about the UNESCO listed Vizcaya Bridge
- See the contrast between the river's two banks
- Explore the charming and historical town of Getxo
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
All required protective equipment is provided
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
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
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
