La Peña Travel Guide
Bilbao
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.

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.

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.
Things to do

Bilbao Guggenheim Museum Entry Ticket

Bilbao: Small-Group Guided Walking Tour

Bilbao: Excursion to San Sebastian, Hondarribia and Getaria

Walking Route San Juan De Gaztelugatze, Bermeo & Gernika

Bilbao: Basque Food Tour and Wine Tasting with Guide
Top hotels in La Peña

Hotel ILUNION San Mamés
Reviewed on 6 Jul 2025

The Artist Grand Hotel of Art
Reviewed on 15 Jul 2025

Hotel Silken Indautxu Bilbao
Reviewed on 14 Jul 2025

Hotel ILUNION Bilbao
Reviewed on 9 Jul 2025

Axel Hotel Bilbao – Adults Only
Reviewed on 7 Jul 2025

NYX Hotel Bilbao by Leonardo Hotels
Reviewed on 16 Jul 2025
Other neighbourhoods around La Peña

San Adrián
San Adrián might not have many top sights, but Ribera Market and Santiago Cathedral are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Santutxu
When in Santutxu and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Ribera Market or Plaza Miguel de Unamuno and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Basarrate Station or Santutxu Station.

Zabala
While Zabala isn't home to many top sights, Ribera Market and Santiago Cathedral are some notable places to visit nearby.

Ibaiondo
If you're spending time in Ibaiondo, check out sights like Ribera Market or Santiago Cathedral and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Atxuri Tram Station or Ribera Tram Stop.

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.

Iralabarri
Though Iralabarri may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Bizkaia Frontoia and Gran Casino Bilbao.