Bilbao Historic Tour: Explore the Fascinating History with Local Guides

Discover the captivating history of Bilbao on a guided tour through its historic area. Explore hidden secrets, iconic buildings, and learn about the city’s transformation over the centuries.

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Teatro Arriaga Antzokia - Introduction and walk through Old Town of Bilbao: Arenal, Plaza Nueva, San Antón Church and La Ribera Market
  • Plaza Nueva - Arrival in the downtown of Bilbao and walk through the area: railway station, Gran Via, the banks of the Nervión river and City Hall.
What's Included
  • Small group for a personalized experience
  • Expert guidance from a professional tour guide
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

Explore Bilbao’s most captivating spots by strolling through its historic district! Join our local guides and uncover the hidden secrets of this iconic city, learning about its buildings and residents in detail.
Starting at the edge of Old Town and Downtown, you’ll navigate the winding streets of Old Town, passing through the seven authentic streets and…

Location
Teatro Arriaga
Arriaga Plaza
Arriaga Theater main entrance
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Pogismom
Jul 4, 2025
Hot Bilbao Summer - Miguel was very informative and passionate. For a quick little know how and what of Bilbao, and the old town, this is a good walking tour.
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Patricia_h
Jul 4, 2025
Great intro to Bilbao - This is a two hour walking tour through the Old Town of Bilbao. Although we didn't walk for the entire two hours we did a lot of standing- wear comfortable shoes! Miguel was an excellent guide who gave us a very complete background on the history of the city: economic, political, and social. The tour gave me a better understanding of what it means to be a Basque Spaniard. He answered all questions completely- and added personal history of his own family to make it more meaningful.
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Suzette_r
Jul 1, 2025
Nora was fantastic. She... - Nora was fantastic. She is a native of Bilboa who also traveled outside her community. The historical knowledge about the language, food, industry, language and people was so engaging.
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Johnny-alexander
Jun 28, 2025
True local with personal touch - Nora waa a true local and very knowledgeable with a personal touch. Small group which worked well, no headphones needed. Thanks Nora
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Shon_h
Jun 25, 2025
Our guide, Beatriz, was a... - Our guide, Beatriz, was a perfect blend of knowledgeable and comfortable/likeable! We loved being led around the city by her and the time flew by. She shared a perfect blend of history, food knowledge, culture, and culture! Love her and loved the tour!
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Sherylf231
Jun 24, 2025
A great small group walking tour through Balboa with the best guide ever - Our walking tour in Balboa was excellent. Our guide provided information about the culture and the history of the Basque in addition to showing us all the sites. He answered all questions, valued all of our participants and helped connect us to each other. In addition, he spent his time after the tour ended with those who were able to meet with him so that he could help provide them with guidance on our future journeys. Due to this experience, I would be glad to pay for another small walking tour in any area through TripAdvisor. I highly recommend this trip and our excellent guide!
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Walterli6562ku
Jun 23, 2025
Get the inside scoop on Bilbao's history and some fine points of interest and food options! - Our guide Jose, met us on time in 100°F temperature! He did a magnificent job presenting the history of Bilboa and keeping us cool and in the shade the best he could! Best part was the market where he introduced us to pinxos!
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Billshaw636
Jul 3, 2025
Delivered as promised!!! - Very interesting history of a busy industrial city transforming itself into a buzzing tourist destination. The walk centred on the old town and was most informative.
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Diane_b
Jun 23, 2025
Walking tour Bilbao - Informative on the history of the Basque Country, not to long either . Guide invited us all to a coffee if needed advise on where to go in the region .just me and my husband took up the offer. We are glad we did this as also learnt local basic words
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Dianebarkere
Jun 23, 2025
Bilbao walking tour - We did the 2 hour walking tour of Bilbao old town . The guide was great at giving us the complex history of the Basque Country. We asked questions about the area and he advised anyone to have a coffee with him so he could give us some tips . We’re glad we did he taught us basic words and advised us where to go !
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From $34
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).