
The Authentic Bilbao Pintxos, Food & Wine Tour with a Local
Traveler rating
4.9/5
Based on 426 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is The Authentic Bilbao Pintxos, Food & Wine Tour with a Local worth booking?
The Authentic Bilbao Pintxos, Food & Wine Tour with a Local is a 3-hour experience in Bilbao, Spain, from $79 per person. It scores 88 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Exceptional”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 426 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 88 / 100
- Rating
- 4.9/5 (426)
- Duration
- 3 hours
- From
- $79 per person
All of our guides are basque foodies and want to show you why. They will take you around the city from bar to bar discovering the local food, pintxos, and some local drinks as well. Many pintxos and 5 wines pairings in
What you get
- Bottled water
- 5 Red & white Wine pairings, local drinks, cider and cocktail
- Local English speaking guide
- Enough pintxos for a full meal
About this experience
All of our guides are basque foodies and want to show you why. They will take you around the city from bar to bar discovering the local food, pintxos, and some local drinks as well. Many pintxos and 5 wines pairings included. You will get to know the history of Basque language and the Basque people, differences between Spain and Basque country and the past and present of Bilbao. We will adapt the route depending on whether you are more eager to walk and see places or if want to try more local foods. You will visit bars and restaurants off the beaten track, avoiding the tourists and experiencing the city like a true local. All allergies and dietary restrictions included, we will personalize the tour for your needs.
What's included
Included
- Bottled water
- 5 Red & white Wine pairings, local drinks, cider and cocktail
- Local English speaking guide
- Enough pintxos for a full meal
Not included
- Gratuities
What you'll see and do
Bilbao Tour Guide
We walk around Bilbao, it's never the same route, we will see many spots around.
Pass by without stopping
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Bilbao
NOT BILBAO CITY HALL - In front of the palace stairs on "Gran via don diego lopez de haro 25", right there in front of the stairs.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
NOT BILBAO CITY HALL - In front of the palace stairs on "Gran via don diego lopez de haro 25", right there in front of the stairs.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 11 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Delight Bilbao
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Good to know
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 3+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $79 to $99
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 149
- Verdict
- Exceptional
Who runs this experience
Operated by Delight Bilbao, who run 4 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 62.0.
See everything Delight Bilbao runsWhy this scores 88
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The Authentic Bilbao Pintxos, Food & Wine Tour with a Local: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Bilbao.
How much does The Authentic Bilbao Pintxos, Food & Wine Tour with a Local cost?
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Prices start at $79 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 The Authentic Bilbao Pintxos, Food & Wine Tour with a Local take?
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Plan for about 3 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 The Authentic Bilbao Pintxos, Food & Wine Tour with a Local worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 88 out of 100, which we label "Exceptional". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 426 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most highly reviewed in Bilbao, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule The Authentic Bilbao Pintxos, Food & Wine Tour with a Local?
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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 The Authentic Bilbao Pintxos, Food & Wine Tour with a Local suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 3. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 3-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book The Authentic Bilbao Pintxos, Food & Wine Tour with a Local?
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Around 149 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 3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does The Authentic Bilbao Pintxos, Food & Wine Tour with a Local 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, Dragonstone, Mundaka and Guernica from Bilbao, Bilbao Food Tour: Pintxos, Drinks, and Tapas with a Local. 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.
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