Bilbao Old Town Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt
Bilbao, Spain

Bilbao Old Town Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt

Outty Ranking 60 4.0 · 2 traveler reviews2 hoursFrom $4
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Outty Ranking

60/100

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Traveler rating

4.0/5

Based on 2 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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Is Bilbao Old Town Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt worth booking?

Bilbao Old Town Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt is a 2-hour experience in Bilbao, Spain, from $4 per person. It scores 60 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4/5 rating across 2 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
60 / 100
Rating
4/5 (2)
Duration
2 hours
From
$4 per person

Bilbao's old town was founded on seven streets in the 14th century — some of the original seven are still there. This app-led scavenger hunt takes you through the Casco Viejo on foot, using phone-based riddles to guide you from one landmark to the next. No guide, no fixed start time. • Follow clues to Teatro Arriaga, Mercado de la Ribera, and the Siete Calles — three landmarks that take you from the grandest theatre entrance in Bilbao to the best-stocked riverbank market in the Basque Country • Start whenever suits you and take all the time you need — no time limit, no pressure • Perfect for families, friend groups, and curious travellers; photo challenges in the medieval lanes are more competitive than they look Available in 24 languages including English, French, German, Spanish, Italian — see the full list when booking and choose yours when you start the game in the app. Around 2 hours - any group size. Seven streets made Bilbao — your phone will help you find them.

What you get

    About this experience

    Bilbao's old town was founded on seven streets in the 14th century — some of the original seven are still there. This app-led scavenger hunt takes you through the Casco Viejo on foot, using phone-based riddles to guide you from one landmark to the next. No guide, no fixed start time. • Follow clues to Teatro Arriaga, Mercado de la Ribera, and the Siete Calles — three landmarks that take you from the grandest theatre entrance in Bilbao to the best-stocked riverbank market in the Basque Country • Start whenever suits you and take all the time you need — no time limit, no pressure • Perfect for families, friend groups, and curious travellers; photo challenges in the medieval lanes are more competitive than they look Available in 24 languages including English, French, German, Spanish, Italian — see the full list when booking and choose yours when you start the game in the app. Around 2 hours - any group size. Seven streets made Bilbao — your phone will help you find them.

    What's included

    Included

    • Free download of the Explorial App from your appstore (iOS or Android smartphone required)
    • Points and scoring system: Compete between players of your group and beat the cities high score.
    • Live Location: navigate within the map with marked locations. Always know where you are.
    • Learn about the cities stories, history, and local legends
    • Total flexibility: no waiting, start anytime, walk at own pace and do as many breaks as you want.
    • Self-guided walking tour with interactive riddles, trivia challenges and photo tasks.

    Not included

    • Live-Guide: 100% self-guided; no one will meet you or join your group. Start anytime you want.
    • Entrance fees are not required for this game. All puzzles relate to the public areas of the sights
    • This is not an audio guide but an sightseeing, gaming and learning experience

    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    Bilbao

    Book your Explorial tour today. Start whenever you want. *** After booking, you’ll receive your game code via text message and a Viator message. *** Download the Explorial app for free. *** Head to the meeting point and enter the game code provided (6 digits) to start the tour.

    Hotel pickup

    No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

    Ends at

    Book your Explorial tour today. Start whenever you want. *** After booking, you’ll receive your game code via text message and a Viator message. *** Download the Explorial app for free. *** Head to the meeting point and enter the game code provided (6 digits) to start the tour.

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    no, de, hi, sv, fi, ru, ko, pt, cmn, el, yue, en, it, fr, hu, es, cs, uk, ja, zh-CN, pl, da, ro, nl, tr
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Every day
    Group size
    Up to 15 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Explorial

    Know before you go

    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Max 15 people per booking. For larger groups, make multiple bookings.
    • After booking you receive a text message and a Viator message with your game code. Download the Explorial app from your appstore. Open the app, enter your 6 digit game code
    • Weather & Health Guarantee: If bad weather or illness prevents you from starting the tour, you can simply reschedule it for another day. You can also rebook to a different city or request a refund
    • Smartphone required: Bring your own fully charged smartphone with an active mobile data connection to the start of the tour. Please disable any VPN and avoid city Wi-Fi, as these will cause the app to malfunction or disconnect.
    • Recommended attire: It’s best to wear weather-appropriate clothing and comfortable walking shoes — approx. 2 hours of light walking

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    Traveler reviews

    2 verified traveler reviews for Bilbao Old Town Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    Graeme_W · May 2026

    Discover Old Town Bilbao easily in a fun and interesting way

    Fun way to explore old town Bilbao using a simple app that provides easy to follow directions. Added fun competing with each other to answer questions and solve additional tasks. Took us places we would otherwise have missed and provided lots of additional information about the history. We normally do Treasure Trails when on city breaks and this was one of the best we have done to learn about the city and provide entertainment . Great value for money too

    Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your fantastic review! We hope to see you playing Explorial again soon in other cities.

    via Viator

    Saskia_M · September 2025

    Nice route, moderate (puzzle) questions

    No overview map of route. Not in advance and not after purchase. So no idea or fits wishes and bought on the gamble. The route through the old town was fun and certainly included all the highlights. A lot of questions are unfortunately gambling / Googling instead of puzzling based on the environment. The questions are specific about Bilbao. We only found out after 3/4 route how far in the scavenger hunt we were, there is no counter or % oid running; after some questions sections you get a one-time progress message.

    Response from the operator: We are very sorry to hear your experience didn't go as expected and that you encountered some issues while playing. Your feedback is very important to us and feel free to contact our customer support team at mail@explorial.com to request the refund. Your satisfaction is important to us, and we look forward to hearing from you.

    via Viator (translated)

    Good to know

    Duration
    2 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Hotel pickup
    No pickup, meet at start point
    Booked in 30 days
    1
    Verdict
    Worth a Look

    Who runs this experience

    Operated by Explorial, who run 119 experiences we rank across 90 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 61.7.

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    Why this scores 60

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)74
    Review evidence (18% weight)19
    Booking momentum (14% weight)15
    Value for money (12% weight)100
    Listing quality (10% weight)85
    Local standing (8% weight)42
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Bilbao Old Town Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Bilbao.

    How much does Bilbao Old Town Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt cost?

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    Prices start at $4 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Bilbao usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does Bilbao Old Town Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt take?

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    Plan for about 2 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Bilbao is not rushed.

    Is Bilbao Old Town Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 60 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4/5 across 2 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Bilbao, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Bilbao Old Town Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt?

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    Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

    Is Bilbao Old Town Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Bilbao Old Town Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt?

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    Around 1 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Bilbao can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

    What should I bring or wear?

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    Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Bilbao and add a light layer if any part of the 2-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Bilbao Old Town Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt start and how do I get there?

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    The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Bilbao within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

    What are the best things to do in Bilbao?

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    On Outty we rank every Bilbao experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include The Award-Winning Bilbao Food Tour & Wine Pairing by Basque Local, Bilbao Food Tour: Pintxos, Drinks, and Tapas with a Local, Dragonstone, Mundaka and Guernica from Bilbao. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

    When is the best time to visit Bilbao?

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    Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

    How many days do you need in Bilbao?

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    Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

    Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

    What is included in Bilbao Old Town Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt?

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    Included: Free download of the Explorial App from your appstore (iOS or Android smartphone required); Points and scoring system: Compete between players of your group and beat the cities high; Live Location: navigate within the map with marked locations. Always know where you are; Learn about the cities stories, history, and local legends; and Total flexibility: no waiting, start anytime, walk at own pace and do as many breaks as yo. Not included: Live-Guide: 100% self-guided; no one will meet you or join your group. Start anytime you w; Entrance fees are not required for this game. All puzzles relate to the public areas of th; and This is not an audio guide but an sightseeing, gaming and learning experience. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

    Where is the meeting point for Bilbao Old Town Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt?

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    Book your Explorial tour today. Start whenever you want. *** After booking, you’ll receive your game code via text message and a Viator message. *** Download the Explorial app for free. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.

    What languages is Bilbao Old Town Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt offered in?

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    It is offered in Norwegian, German, Hindi, Swedish, Finnish, Russian, Korean, Portuguese, Chinese, Greek, Cantonese, English, Italian, French, Hungarian, Spanish, Czech, Ukrainian, Japanese, Polish, Danish, Romanian, Dutch and Turkish. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.

    Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Bilbao Old Town Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt?

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    Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.

    What happens to Bilbao Old Town Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt if the weather is bad?

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    It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Bilbao. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.

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