Bilbao – the city of amazing contrasts

On this tour you will get acquainted with the modern and historical parts of Bilbao, their sights, characters and stories. You will be able to feel the spirit of antiquity and marvel at the beautiful innovations, compare the architecture of different times and get acquainted with cultural traditions.

Our tour starts from the Arriaga Theatre with a walk through the Old Quarter, which locals call “7 Streets”. Located on the east bank of the Nervion River, the historic center of Bilbao is bustling with life around the clock with its numerous taverns and bars enticing visitors with a wide range of food and drinks. You will learn the history of prosperity and transformation of Bilbao, see the main attractions of the Old City, such as the Cathedral of Santiago and the Church of San Anton, the remains of the old fortress walls, walk through the narrow streets with a rich history and feel the atmosphere of true Bilbao.

After exploring the old part of the city, we will continue through Arenales Park to the Baroque building of the City Hall, and from it to the original pedestrian bridge “Subisuri”, built by the famous Spanish architect Calatrava. Crossing the Nervion River along this modern bridge with a fantastic panorama, we will reach one of the most famous buildings in Spain and the symbol of Bilbao - the Guggenheim Museum of Modern Art, which was built by one of the main architects-deconstructionists of our time Frank Gehry. You will be amazed at the quirkiness of the shapes of this extraordinary architectural complex of titanium and glass, which guards the huge flower dog "Puppi". Walking through the modern district of Bilbao, you will enjoy beautiful views of the Iberdrola Tower, the University of Deusto, the Nervión River and the La Salve Bridge.