Elexalde Travel Guide
Bilbao
Popular places to visit
San Mames Stadium
Join local soccer fans and shout your support for a well-known European team that calls this spectacular stadium its home.
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 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.
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.
Things to do
Bilbao, Guggenheim and Gaztelugatxe from San Sebastian
San Sebastian & Biarritz full day tour
The Basque Country Full-Day Tour
Bilbao: San Mamés Museum and Stadium Tour
Walking Route San Juan De Gaztelugatze, Bermeo & Gernika
Bilbao Year of Love: Romantic Exploration Game and Tour
Top hotels in Elexalde
The Artist Grand Hotel of Art
Great location. Great staff. Beautiful hotel.
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Occidental Bilbao
Axel Hotel Bilbao – Adults Only
Everything was really nice, and the front of house staff were lovely
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Hotel ILUNION San Mamés
Hotel super bien ubicado, desayuno espectacular y servicio maravilloso, gracias
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Holiday Inn Express Bilbao by IHG
Overall good - friendly staff.
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Hotel Sercotel Coliseo
Such a clean, perfectly-located establishment! We wish we could’ve stayed there longer. Front desk was friendly and helpful, and the rooms have all the modern amenities you could need. Bed was the comfiest we’ve encountered on our three-week trip. I definitely recommend this spot!
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Elexalde
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.
Ibaiondo
If you're spending time in Ibaiondo, check out sights like Bizkaia Frontoia or Ribera Market and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Atxuri Tram Station or Ribera 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.
Bilbao la Vieja
While visiting Bilbao la Vieja, you might make a stop by sights like Bay of Biscay and San Anton Bridge.
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.
Uribarri
While visiting Uribarri, you might make a stop by sights like Bilbao City Hall and Bay of Biscay.
