
The Award-Winning Bilbao Food Tour & Wine Pairing by Basque Local
Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 1,289 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is The Award-Winning Bilbao Food Tour & Wine Pairing by Basque Local worth booking?
The Award-Winning Bilbao Food Tour & Wine Pairing by Basque Local is a 3-hour experience in Bilbao, Spain, from $120 per person. It scores 94 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “90+ Club”, based on a 5/5 rating across 1,289 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing. It sits in the Outty 90+ Club, the top tier of everything we rank.
- Outty Ranking
- 94 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (1,289)
- Duration
- 3 hours
- From
- $120 per person
With a local born and raised in Bilbao come discover a beautiful city and the amazing Basque cuisine on our 3-hour ‘pintxos’ (Basque tapas) tour of Bilbao. Experience the 700 year old streets of the Old Town with a professional local 100% Basque guide who is an expert in the Bilbao culinary scene. We are the original "Bilbao Food Tour" having pioneered the idea in the city starting in 2014 with our website: bilbaofoodtour.com We will visit 5 bars and sample pintxo styles ranging from traditional to modern. Your guide will pair each tasting with an excellent wine that compliments the pintxo. Wines that we recommend include red wine from La Rioja, Txakoli (a lightly sparkling white wine from the Basque Coast), and more!
What you get
About this experience
With a local born and raised in Bilbao come discover a beautiful city and the amazing Basque cuisine on our 3-hour ‘pintxos’ (Basque tapas) tour of Bilbao. Experience the 700 year old streets of the Old Town with a professional local 100% Basque guide who is an expert in the Bilbao culinary scene. We are the original "Bilbao Food Tour" having pioneered the idea in the city starting in 2014 with our website: bilbaofoodtour.com We will visit 5 bars and sample pintxo styles ranging from traditional to modern. Your guide will pair each tasting with an excellent wine that compliments the pintxo. Wines that we recommend include red wine from La Rioja, Txakoli (a lightly sparkling white wine from the Basque Coast), and more!
What's included
Included
- Dinner
- Local English-speaking guide from Bilbao.
- 1-2 pintxos at 5 different bars.
- 5 drinks (options include red wine, white wine, beer, water, and cider)
Not included
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
What you'll see and do
Casco Viejo
-We will do as the Basques do! A bar hopping tour of Bilbao. We (the Basque people!) demonstrate our love of gastronomy with these tasty little bar snacks. -We will try the special pintxos, the ones you don't see on the bars! I will order them for you and the chef will make them instantly for you. -We are going to sample the traditional pintxos and also others that have been given AWARDS in the famous pintxo competitions. You will experience all Bilbao has to offer on this tour with stops at very modern bars, and also stops at some of the oldest bars in the city! -I will teach you how to order pintxos. After my tour you will have the confidence to go in any bar in the city! -I pair the pintxos with a wine most suitable to type of food we are experiencing. We will sample red and white wine, cider, and other drinks on this tour. -I know the best bars in my city and what to order as I was born and raised in Bilbao!
180 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Bilbao
Please meet the guide right in front of the KFC.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 10 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- The Best of Basque - Basque Country & La Rioja Tours
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- Not recommended for vegans
- Not recommended for vegetarians
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 1,287 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Food and drink
10 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
The guide
8 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
7 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Traveler reviews
1,287 verified traveler reviews for The Award-Winning Bilbao Food Tour & Wine Pairing by Basque Local. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Amazing Tour
We had a fantastic time on the Bilbao food and wine tour. Lei was a wonderful, fun, and friendly guide who made the experience even more enjoyable. We learned a lot and had such a great time. Highly recommended!
via Tripadvisor
Best food tour!
Leire was the best guide ever!!! She's warm, funny, knowledgeable about her culture, and history. The food was great!
via Tripadvisor
Best ever good tour
We’ve done many food tours over the years including one in San Sebastián last week. But this one was our favourite ever!!! This was mainly due to our guide Leira who was AMAZING! She is a natural story teller - we all hung on her every word! Interesting and very funny. We all loved her ❤️ She gave a passionate description of the Basque history and heritage. So interesting! But despite it being a Monday night and many of the restaurants and pintxo bars being closed, the food and drinks were also first class! Of course, the group makes a difference too. And we had the best group ever! We had such fun 🤩 You must do it. And cross your fingers that Leira is your guide!!
via Tripadvisor
Great food and wonderful guide
This was a wonderful experience, Leire was an engaging, interesting and knowledgeable guide. She took nine of us to five different places, we sampled a wide variety of excellent pintxos with matching drinks. She told us a lot about basque history, full of interesting anecodtes from her own lived experience and really brought the group together. Great food, good fun and easy conversation, hugs exchanged at the end of a great night. Would highly recommend, great value for money.
via Tripadvisor
Far exceeded expectations
This tour really is with a local Basque. Irene was great and had so much local knowledge of Bilbao and Basque history and culture. It was interesting, educational and funny. The food (and drink) was delicious and plentiful and Irene made sure that any special dietary requirements of the group were taken into account at each bar. We would happily do this tour all over again. A wonderful evening. A&R (UK) 18Oct2026.
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 3 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
- 451
- Verdict
- 90+ Club
Who runs this experience
Operated by The Best of Basque - Basque Country & La Rioja Tours, who run 5 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 78.4 and 1 in the 90+ Club.
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The Award-Winning Bilbao Food Tour & Wine Pairing by Basque Local: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Bilbao.
How much does The Award-Winning Bilbao Food Tour & Wine Pairing by Basque Local cost?
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Prices start at $120 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 Award-Winning Bilbao Food Tour & Wine Pairing by Basque 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 Award-Winning Bilbao Food Tour & Wine Pairing by Basque Local worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 94 out of 100, which we label "90+ Club". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 1,289 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in Bilbao, and how flexible the cancellation terms are. Scoring 90 or above puts it in the Outty 90+ Club, the top tier of everything we rank.
Can I cancel or reschedule The Award-Winning Bilbao Food Tour & Wine Pairing by Basque 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 Award-Winning Bilbao Food Tour & Wine Pairing by Basque Local suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 3-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book The Award-Winning Bilbao Food Tour & Wine Pairing by Basque Local?
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Around 451 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 Award-Winning Bilbao Food Tour & Wine Pairing by Basque 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 Bilbao Food Tour: Pintxos, Drinks, and Tapas with a Local, Dragonstone, Mundaka and Guernica from Bilbao, The Authentic Bilbao Pintxos, Food & Wine Tour 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.
What is included in The Award-Winning Bilbao Food Tour & Wine Pairing by Basque Local?
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Included: Dinner; Local English-speaking guide from Bilbao; 1-2 pintxos at 5 different bars; and 5 drinks (options include red wine, white wine, beer, water, and cider). Not included: Gratuities; and Hotel pickup and drop-off. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Where is the meeting point for The Award-Winning Bilbao Food Tour & Wine Pairing by Basque Local?
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Please meet the guide right in front of the KFC. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.
What languages is The Award-Winning Bilbao Food Tour & Wine Pairing by Basque Local offered in?
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It runs in English. 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 The Award-Winning Bilbao Food Tour & Wine Pairing by Basque Local?
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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 The Award-Winning Bilbao Food Tour & Wine Pairing by Basque Local wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to The Award-Winning Bilbao Food Tour & Wine Pairing by Basque Local 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 The Award-Winning Bilbao Food Tour & Wine Pairing by Basque Local?
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Across 1,289 reviews averaging 5.0 out of 5, recurring themes include food and drink, the guide, knowledge and storytelling. The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
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