GoT Dragonstone & Guggenheim: Private Tour from San Sebastian in Bilbao, Spain
Bilbao, Spain

GoT Dragonstone & Guggenheim: Private Tour from San Sebastian

Outty Ranking 58 4.2 · 6 traveler reviews8 hoursFrom $324
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58/100

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4.2/5

Based on 6 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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Is GoT Dragonstone & Guggenheim: Private Tour from San Sebastian worth booking?

GoT Dragonstone & Guggenheim: Private Tour from San Sebastian is a 8-hour experience in Bilbao, Spain, from $324 per person. It scores 58 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4.2/5 rating across 6 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
58 / 100
Rating
4.2/5 (6)
Duration
8 hours
From
$324 per person

Climb the real Game of Thrones Dragonstone and explore Bilbao’s iconic Guggenheim on this exclusive private day trip from San Sebastian. Start at San Juan de Gaztelugatxe — the dramatic coastal islet that became Dragonstone, home of Daenerys Targaryen. Ascend the legendary 240+ stone steps rising from the Atlantic, enjoy spectacular ocean views, and ring the ancient hermitage bell three times for good luck. Then head to Bilbao for a guided look at Frank Gehry’s titanium Guggenheim Museum, the building that transformed the city into a global design icon. Finish with an authentic Basque pintxo and drink in the charming Old Town. Fully private experience with comfortable air-conditioned transport and expert local guide. All logistics handled so you simply enjoy the day. Highlights Climb Game of Thrones’ Dragonstone at Gaztelugatxe Atlantic cliff views & hermitage visit Guided exterior of the titanium Guggenheim Authentic pintxo + drink in Bilbao Old Town

What you get

    About this experience

    Climb the real Game of Thrones Dragonstone and explore Bilbao’s iconic Guggenheim on this exclusive private day trip from San Sebastian. Start at San Juan de Gaztelugatxe — the dramatic coastal islet that became Dragonstone, home of Daenerys Targaryen. Ascend the legendary 240+ stone steps rising from the Atlantic, enjoy spectacular ocean views, and ring the ancient hermitage bell three times for good luck. Then head to Bilbao for a guided look at Frank Gehry’s titanium Guggenheim Museum, the building that transformed the city into a global design icon. Finish with an authentic Basque pintxo and drink in the charming Old Town. Fully private experience with comfortable air-conditioned transport and expert local guide. All logistics handled so you simply enjoy the day. Highlights Climb Game of Thrones’ Dragonstone at Gaztelugatxe Atlantic cliff views & hermitage visit Guided exterior of the titanium Guggenheim Authentic pintxo + drink in Bilbao Old Town

    What's included

    Included

    • Fully qualified guide/driver
    • Private transportation
    • Bilingual guide English/Spanish
    • Guggenheim exterior exploration and history
    • In-vehicle air conditioning
    • Lunch option available

    Not included

    • We do not go inside the Guggenheim

    What you'll see and do

    1. Ermita De San Juan De Gaztelugatxe

      We will be visiting the chapel of San Juan de gaztelugatxe and walking up its 240 steps to ring the chapels bell, as the tradition demands! Interestingly this location was used for filming dragon stone in game of thrones Season 5!!

      60 minutes here

    2. Bilbao

      The first of our wonders of Bilbao will be the old quarter and it's famous 7 calles ( the first seven streets of Bilbao)

      Pass by without stopping

    3. Plaza Nueva

      The last wonder of Bilbao will without doubt be a savoury one, the whole basque country is world famous for the pintxos and we will enjoy a tasting of the best pintxos in Bilbao's plaza nueva.

      30 minutes here · Admission included

    4. Viaje por la Ria de Bilbao

      A beautiful 30 minute walk along the Bilbao river from the old quarter up to the gugghenheim will show us the perfect blend of old Bilbao and the modern city it has become.

      Pass by without stopping

    5. Mercado De La Ribera

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      Pass by without stopping

    6. San Juan de Gaztelugatxe

      Pintxo stops are available without extra cost.

      Pass by without stopping

    7. Guggenheim Museum Bilbao

      The Guggenheim museum we will visit from the outside unless you have booked the experience to do a tour inside

      15 minutes here · Admission not included

    Where it starts and ends

    Hotel pickup

    Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 10 minutes before departure.

    Options you can book

    • Private tour of San Juan de Gaztelugatxe, the Guggenheim and Bilbao.

      Pickup included

    • Lunch in Bilbao

      Private 3 course meal lunch in Bilbao : With this option, indulge in a delightful traditional three-course meal in the heart of Bilbao. This option is PRIVATE Pickup included

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    pt, en, fr, es
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
    Group size
    Up to 8 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    The good tour company

    Know before you go

    • Service animals allowed
    • Specialized infant seats are available
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

    Photos

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    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 6 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    Knowledge and storytelling

    4 mentions

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    The guide

    3 mentions

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Photo opportunities

    3 mentions

    The views and photo stops come up again and again.

    Traveler reviews

    6 verified traveler reviews for GoT Dragonstone & Guggenheim: Private Tour from San Sebastian. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    Odyssey16913622117 · October 2023

    Trip was cancelled on us at last minute

    The night before our scheduled trip we were sent an email cancelling our tour apparently due to incorrect pricing on the tripadvisor website. No option was given to accept a different price. The cancellation was fully refunded in a couple of days but resulted in a loss of over $50 Canadian by time exchange rates were factored in on our credit card.

    Response from the operator: Hi Thank you for reaching out and sharing this. I am sincerely sorry to hear about the $50 loss you incurred due to the exchange rate. I want to be completely transparent about how this happened on our end. We discovered a technical error where TripAdvisor was displaying an incorrect price that didn't cover the base costs of the tour. Because TripAdvisor manages all payment processing, we do not receive any money until after a service is completed; therefore, your original payment and the subsequent refund were handled entirely by them. We had hoped the refund would be seamless, and this is the first we are hearing that their processing caused you a financial loss. Since that $50 stayed with the booking platform/bank and never reached us, I recommend contacting TripAdvisor support directly to claim a "Exchange Rate Adjustment" for a merchant-side cancellation. We value our reputation and our guests' experience. While we couldn't honor the glitched price, we would love to make it up to you if you are still in the area or planning a future visit.

    via Tripadvisor

    B9885NPelenam · June 2023

    I'll see him again.

    The views are wonderful, you can take very nice photos, many visitors go.

    Response from the operator: Gracias!

    via Tripadvisor (translated)

    Sharon_M · September 2022

    Bilbao Visit

    Our guide was articulate and very knowledgeable about Bilbao. Unfortunately, we did not visit all of the sites noted in the tour description. We lost some time because the guide was not familiar with picking up guests at the cruise ship. It was suggested, and we agreed, that we skip the first stop because of the steepness. We agreed but reflecting back wish we had insisted on going. If we had taken the shuttle from the ship and done a walking tour of Bilbao and the gone to the Guggenheim we would have spent far less money than we did for this particular tour. I do recommend the tour if you’re visiting all the sites noted and if you’re not arriving by cruise ship.

    Response from the operator: I am sorry you was upset with not visiting Gaztelugatxe. I recommended we left out San Juan de gaztelugatxe with my best intentions, taking into account our conversation, and added an extended tour of Bilbao as you know. It was a pleasure spending the day with you guys, and I hope my recomedations for your visit to Porto was helpful. Thanks for your review, we really appreciate you take your time on reviewing our product so that we can improve!

    via Viator

    Judy_M · July 2022

    Don’t miss this!

    Incredible, once in a lifetime trip. We only had one day to experience the the Basque area and our guide Martin made the most of it. The scenery, the history, the view points crowned by a visit to Bilbao, old and new, and the visit to the amazing Guggenheim museum was truly wonderful. We traveled at our own pace and it was delightful. We tried to walk to the shrine of San Juan de Gaztelugatxe but were to old and it was too hot and we only made it to the last viewpoint. But it was worth the try.

    Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your review 😊 Martin enjoyed the day as much as you did. Thanks!

    via Viator

    Sunshine11066321421 · July 2022

    Gaztelugatxe / Bilbao

    Jimi was a great tour person very knowledgeable of Bilbao and the surrounding areas and we could tell he loves his job as well as giving us a great itinerary for our next day at San Sebastián especially where to park. Thank you so much Jimi.

    Response from the operator: Thank you guys! We really appreciate your nice comments. And I hope you had a good day in San Sebastian 😊

    via Tripadvisor

    Good to know

    Duration
    8 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
    Price range
    $324 to $686
    Hotel pickup
    Included for all travelers
    Booked in 30 days
    2
    Verdict
    Worth a Look

    Who runs this experience

    Operated by The good tour company, who run 16 experiences we rank across 2 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 52.9.

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    Why this scores 58

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

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)71
    Review evidence (18% weight)34
    Booking momentum (14% weight)23
    Value for money (12% weight)70
    Listing quality (10% weight)85
    Local standing (8% weight)35
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    GoT Dragonstone & Guggenheim: Private Tour from San Sebastian: questions travelers ask

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

    How much does GoT Dragonstone & Guggenheim: Private Tour from San Sebastian cost?

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    Prices start at $324 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 GoT Dragonstone & Guggenheim: Private Tour from San Sebastian take?

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    Plan for about 8 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 GoT Dragonstone & Guggenheim: Private Tour from San Sebastian worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 58 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.2/5 across 6 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 GoT Dragonstone & Guggenheim: Private Tour from San Sebastian?

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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 GoT Dragonstone & Guggenheim: Private Tour from San Sebastian suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 8-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book GoT Dragonstone & Guggenheim: Private Tour from San Sebastian?

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    Around 2 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 8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does GoT Dragonstone & Guggenheim: Private Tour from San Sebastian 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 GoT Dragonstone & Guggenheim: Private Tour from San Sebastian?

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    Included: Fully qualified guide/driver; Private transportation; Bilingual guide English/Spanish; Guggenheim exterior exploration and history; and In-vehicle air conditioning. Not included: We do not go inside the Guggenheim. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

    Does GoT Dragonstone & Guggenheim: Private Tour from San Sebastian include hotel pickup?

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    Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 269 listed pickup locations in and around Bilbao. Be ready about 10 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.

    What languages is GoT Dragonstone & Guggenheim: Private Tour from San Sebastian offered in?

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    It is offered in Portuguese, English, French and Spanish. 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 GoT Dragonstone & Guggenheim: Private Tour from San Sebastian?

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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.

    Is GoT Dragonstone & Guggenheim: Private Tour from San Sebastian wheelchair or stroller accessible?

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    The operator notes: Specialized infant seats are available. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.

    What happens to GoT Dragonstone & Guggenheim: Private Tour from San Sebastian 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.

    What do travelers say about GoT Dragonstone & Guggenheim: Private Tour from San Sebastian?

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    Across 6 reviews averaging 4.2 out of 5, recurring themes include knowledge and storytelling, the guide, photo opportunities. Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    What booking options are available for GoT Dragonstone & Guggenheim: Private Tour from San Sebastian?

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    There are 2 options to choose from, including Private tour of San Juan de Gaztelugatxe, the Guggenheim and Bilbao., Lunch in Bilbao. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.

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