Bilbao guide
How can I get to Bilbao:
- Plane
There are over 600 flights a week to Bilbao International Airport. These include connections to the main Spanish cities.
- Train
The Bilbao railway system, together with its good highway network, means that overland transport is a good option.
For long distance journeys: RENFE
EUSKOTREN Basque railways
- Coach
Several coach companies operate from the TERMIBÚS Station. These include:
- Car
Bilbao is 4 hours by road from Madrid, through Burgos (150 km) and Vitoria-Gasteiz (60 km), and 6 hours from Barcelona, through Zaragoza and Logroño (130 km) or through Pamplona (150 km)
To the west, Bilbao is an hour away from Santander (100 km) and with good road connections to cities such as Oviedo, Gijón, Santiago de Compostela, A Coruña and Vigo.
Where to stay
Bilbao has a large variety of accommodation where there is something for everyone and for every budget.
Where to eat
Basque culinary heritage does not go unnoticed in Bilbao. There are numerous restaurants, where you can try the famous Basque cuisine, known for its variety and quality. But if you prefer to combine good food in a relaxed friendly atmosphere, you shouldn’t miss the chance to try out the pintxos or bar snacks. A real treat for foodies!
Tourism in Bilbao
Bilbao is a city that has been steadily transformed since the 1990s and it was awarded the “Nobel prize” for urban development in 2010. It is a delightful city with a great wealth of cultural and architectural heritage, as can be seen from its historical buildings and the art you come across as you stroll along the streets. Yet Bilbao is also a modern city, that offers a great many leisure and shopping options to ensure you get the most out of your trip to the capital of Bizkaia.
