Abando Travel Guide
Bilbao
Visit Abando
Popular places to visit
Guggenheim Museum Bilbao
Investigate a vast collection of modern and contemporary art both inside and outside one of the most recognizable buildings in Bilbao.
Plaza Moyua
Take time out in this attractive city plaza and contemplate the beauty and majesty of the architecture of the surrounding historical buildings.
Euskalduna Conference Centre and Concert Hall
Attend a conference, concert or dramatic performance, go on a guided tour and browse an eclectic collection of art at this riverside venue.
Bilbao Fine Arts Museum
Spend hours wandering through the exhibition halls of this grand institution that is filled with works of art that span several hundred years.
Zubizuri Bridge
Cross by day or by night to enjoy exceptional views from this pedestrianized footbridge, a large white structure connecting two riverside promenades.
Gran Casino Bilbao
Why not roll the dice with a visit to Gran Casino Bilbao during your time in Bilbao? Stroll along the riverfront or visit the shops in the area.
Things to do
Bilbao: Gaztelugatxe, Bermeo, Mundaka and Gernika with Txakoli
The Basque Country Full-Day Tour
San Sebastian & Biarritz full day tour
From Bilbao: Biarritz, Saint Jean de Luz, San Sebastian Tour
Rioja Wine Tour: wineries and Laguardia from Bilbao
Bilbao visits Architecture and History combined by Bus and Foot
Top hotels in Abando
The Artist Grand Hotel of Art
"Great location right across the street from the museum. My room had a direct view of the puppy."
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Radisson Collection Bilbao
"Staff were friendly and helpful. Room was amazing and location was central. Highly recommend this hotel for long or short stays"
Reviewed on 14 Jun 2026
Latroupe La Granja
"Nice quiet city to stay in"
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
Hotel ILUNION Bilbao
"Perfect location for San Mamés stadium, parks, main shopping street, bars, cafes, bus station… just perfect !"
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Eurostars Indautxu
"Staff was helpful when questions were asked. Bed was comfortable but bathroom floor had stains. Location was good."
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
Hotel Sercotel Coliseo
"This is more of a business hotel. The room we stayed was clean, comfortable and everything was fine apart from the minimal distance between the toilet and the bathroom sink which made its use quite restrictive (apparently that’s the design for all rooms). Breakfast was good. In the evening, when ..."
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Abando
Bilbao City Centre
Bilbao City Centre is highly notable for its fascinating museums, and you might want to visit top sights like Guggenheim Museum Bilbao and Plaza Moyua. See more of Bilbao by jumping on the metro at Moyua Station or Abando Station.
Bilbao Old Town
Museums, shopping and theatres highlight some notable features of Bilbao Old Town. Make a stop by Plaza Nueva or Arriaga Theater while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Arriga Tram Stop or Casco Viejo Station to get around town.
Indautxu
While you're in Indautxu, take in top sights like Ensanche or Euskalduna Conference Centre and Concert Hall, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Indautxu Station or Sabino Arana Tram Stop.
Casco Viejo
Museums, theatres and historical sites highlight some notable features of Casco Viejo. Make a stop by Plaza Nueva or Museum of Archaeology Bizkaya while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Casco Viejo Station or Arriga Tram Stop to get around town.
San Francisco
You'll enjoy the bars and theatres in San Francisco. You might want to make time for a stop at Bilborock or Bay of Biscay.
