Weekend Guide · Spain
Weekend in Bilbao
Bilbao — Basque city famous for the Guggenheim Museum, contemporary architecture, and riverfront revitalization..
2 days recommended Bilbao, Spain Est. $660 for 2 days
Day 1
Arrive & Explore Bilbao
Guggenheim Museum
Iconic modern art museum with striking titanium architecture and contemporary exhibits
Casco Viejo
Historic old town with narrow streets, shops, and pintxos bars
Zubizuri Bridge
Futuristic white pedestrian bridge designed by Santiago Calatrava
Day 2
Hidden Gems & Local Flavours
Mercado de la Ribera
One of Europe's largest covered markets, a riverside hub for fresh produce and pintxos
Museo de Bellas Artes
Bilbao's fine arts museum, with an outstanding collection spanning Old Masters to Basque contemporary art
Funicular de Artxanda
Historic funicular climbing to Mount Artxanda for sweeping views over the city and the Nervión estuary
Local Tips
- 1Spain suits most budgets, with a similar overall cost range to Italy.
- 2Spain is very safe overall — violent crime against tourists is rare.