Iturrialde Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Museum of Passages of Bilbao
You can study the exhibits at Museum of Passages of Bilbao, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Bilbao. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the shops in the area.
Guggenheim Museum Bilbao
Investigate a vast collection of modern and contemporary art both inside and outside one of the most recognizable buildings in Bilbao.
San Mames Stadium
Join local soccer fans and shout your support for a well-known European team that calls this spectacular stadium its home.
Plaza Nueva
Feast on an appetizing variety of local gourmet dishes while marveling at the architectural splendor of this popular city plaza.
Plaza Moyua
Take time out in this attractive city plaza and contemplate the beauty and majesty of the architecture of the surrounding historical buildings.
Ribera Market
Bring your shopping bags for three floors of market stalls at this centuries-old fresh produce market in the city’s historical quarter.
Things to do
Bilbao: Gaztelugatxe, Bermeo, Mundaka and Gernika with Txakoli
San Sebastian & Biarritz full day tour
Walking Route San Juan De Gaztelugatze, Bermeo & Gernika
Top hotels in Iturrialde
Apartamentos Olivia by gaiarooms
This property was very nice. Nice area close to the subway system to get anyone in the city only thing which is not a bad thing, there is no staff available physically but if you call the number they pick up and help you with whatever they can. Only stating this because I know there’s people that ...
Reviewed on 23 Sept 2025
The Artist Grand Hotel of Art
We had a lovely time and would highly recommend this boutique hotel.
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025
Hotel ILUNION San Mamés
The staff was incredibly helpful and kind. They were able to accommodate my needs and I felt safe and comfortable staying there.
Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025
Barceló Bilbao Nervión
Outstanding property conveniently located in Bilbao. The room was spotless clean and very comfortable. The breakfast is totally recommended.
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025
Hotel ILUNION Bilbao
Clean and comfort but is more like a business hotel than a holiday location. Staff seemed polite but not especially friendly
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025
Mercure Bilbao Jardines De Albia
Clean and spacious room. Bar staff excellent.
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Iturrialde
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.
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.
Santutxu
When in Santutxu and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Ribera Market or Museum of Archaeology Bizkaya and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Basarrate Station or Santutxu Station.
Bilbao la Vieja
While visiting Bilbao la Vieja, you might make a stop by sights like Bay of Biscay and San Anton Bridge.
San Francisco
You'll enjoy the bars and theatres in San Francisco. You might want to make time for a stop at Ensanche or Bay of Biscay.
Zabala
While Zabala isn't home to many top sights, Ribera Market and Gran Casino Bilbao are some notable places to visit nearby.
