Things to do in Bilbao

Planning questions about Bilbao

What are the best things to do in Bilbao?

The Award-Winning Bilbao Food Tour & Wine Pairing by Basque Local is the highest ranked experience in Bilbao, scoring 94 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking from 1,289 traveler reviews. 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, Basque Best Bites - #1 Food & Wine tour of Bilbao round out the top five. Outty ranks 338 bookable experiences in Bilbao, Spain, and 6 of them score 90 or above.

How much do activities in Bilbao cost?

The median price across everything we rank in Bilbao is $80 per person, and the cheapest starting price is $3 on Bilbao Free Walking Tour: History, Culture & Local Life. Guided, small-group and skip-the-line versions sit above the median, and peak weekends price higher than midweek mornings.

Can I book something in Bilbao for today?

Yes. 120 of the top 120 experiences we rank in Bilbao currently show same-day availability. Same-day slots are limited, so book early in the day where you can.

Is Bilbao good for families?

Yes. 10 of the experiences we rank in Bilbao are family friendly, covering short, low-cost activities as well as full-day outings. Check the minimum age on each experience page before booking.

How many days do you need in Bilbao?

Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting: one anchor experience each morning, 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.

When is the best time to visit Bilbao?

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.

Can I cancel a booking in Bilbao?

119 of the 120 experiences we rank in Bilbao offer free cancellation, usually up to 24 hours before the start time. The exact window is shown on each experience page before you book.

How does the Outty Ranking work?

Every experience in Bilbao gets a single 0 to 100 score built from traveler sentiment, the depth of review evidence, recent booking momentum, price fairness against comparable options in the same city, operator standing and cancellation flexibility. Scores are benchmarked within Bilbao so a strong local option is not buried by global volume, and anything at 90 or above joins the Outty 90+ Club.