Art District Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A modern architectural building with a reflective surface and a unique design.
A modern architectural structure with reflective surfaces and a unique design, set against a twilight sky.
A modern building with a unique sculpture of a face made of flowers.
A modern architectural landmark with a unique, curved design, situated by a waterfront.
A park with a paved walkway lined with trees and benches.

Stay near popular Art District attractions

A modern architectural building with a unique, curved design.

Guggenheim Museum Bilbao

9.4/10 (2,255 reviews)
Investigate a vast collection of modern and contemporary art both inside and outside one of the most recognizable buildings in Bilbao.
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Activities

Bay in San Sebastian

San Sebastian & Biarritz full day tour

NZ$137
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
San Sebastian & Biarritz full day tour
Bilbao Historical Small Group Tour

Bilbao Historical Small Group Tour

NZ$59
per adult
Bilbao Historical Small Group Tour
Bilbao: 1- or 2-Hour Sightseeing Boat Tour

1-Hour Bilbao city Boat Tour or 2-Hour cruise to Portugalete

NZ$30
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
1-Hour Bilbao city Boat Tour or 2-Hour cruise to Portugalete
Guggenheim Bilbao Museum Entry Ticket

Guggenheim Bilbao Museum Entry Ticket

NZ$53
per adult
Guggenheim Bilbao Museum Entry Ticket
Aerial view of a church in Spain

The Basque Country Full-Day Tour

NZ$148
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
The Basque Country Full-Day Tour
Bilbao Old Town Tour

Bilbao Old Town Tour

NZ$59
per adult
Bilbao Old Town Tour
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Our pick of the best Art District Hotel Deals

Hotel Melia Bilbao

Hotel Melia Bilbao

5 out of 5
Lehendakari Leizaola, 29 Bilbao Vizcaya
The price is NZ$409 per night from 19 July to 20 July
NZ$409
19 July - 20 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Bilbao. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Walking distance of the Guggenheim and the centre with bars and restaurants. Well recomendable and will return if I need to go back to Bilbao."

Reviewed on 3 July 2026

Hotel Melia Bilbao
The Artist Grand Hotel of Art

The Artist Grand Hotel of Art

5 out of 5
Alameda de Mazarredo, 61 Bilbao Vizcaya
The price is NZ$414 per night from 29 July to 30 July
NZ$414
29 July - 30 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Bilbao. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
"The Artist Grand Hotel of Art, Bilbao – A True Artistic Masterpiece ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I just returned from a stay at The Artist Grand Hotel of Art in Bilbao, and it was one of the most memorable hotel experiences I’ve had in Europe. Perfectly located directly across from the iconic Guggenheim Museum, this 5-star ..."

Reviewed on 1 July 2026

The Artist Grand Hotel of Art
Barceló Bilbao Nervión

Barceló Bilbao Nervión

4 out of 5
Paseo Campo Volantin 11 Bilbao Vizcaya
The price is NZ$288 per night from 26 July to 27 July
NZ$288
26 July - 27 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bilbao. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"Friendly, efficient and knowledgeable staff at Reception. Very comfortable, modern, good sized room, pleasantly decorated. Excellent breakfast, with many options. We loved it. Very good location. Pleasant walk along the river. The food served at the bar is outstanding. This hotel exceeded our ..."

Reviewed on 3 July 2026

Barceló Bilbao Nervión
Hotel ILUNION San Mamés

Hotel ILUNION San Mamés

4 out of 5
Calle Perez Galdos, 56 Bilbao Vizcaya
The price is NZ$216 per night from 13 July to 14 July
NZ$216
13 July - 14 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Bilbao. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (953 reviews)
"Everything was great. Only problem was our air conditioning wasn’t working and it was super hot that day and night. Did complain about it, as it was so late when we checked in they couldn’t do anything. Staff were kind and helpful. Would stay here again next time, hopefully the air conditioning will ..."

Reviewed on 1 July 2026

Hotel ILUNION San Mamés
voco Bilbao City by IHG

voco Bilbao City by IHG

3 out of 5
Kirikiño Etorbidea 1 Bilbao Vizcaya
The price is NZ$184 per night from 19 July to 20 July
NZ$184
19 July - 20 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bilbao. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (434 reviews)
"Nice room - clean and compact. Breakfast was plentiful and good value. Location is central enough although I’d recommend walking into the centre and across rather than direct to the old town via San Francisco as that neighbourhood is slightly sketchy. Happy with my stay here and a good price. Would ..."

Reviewed on 30 June 2026

voco Bilbao City by IHG
Hotel ILUNION Bilbao

Hotel ILUNION Bilbao

3 out of 5
Calle Rodriguez Arias 66 Bilbao Vizcaya
The price is NZ$176 per night from 13 July to 14 July
NZ$176
13 July - 14 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bilbao. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Good place. Centre to everything. No tea, kettle or coffees in the room. Rooms are clean. WiFi was non existent and had to use our own data. Staff were friendly and very helpful. The rooms need a little up dating. Only stay one night. The hotel was peaceful while we were there. Taxi can stop in front ..."

Reviewed on 1 July 2026

Hotel ILUNION Bilbao
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Our guide on where to stay in Art District

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A modern building with a unique sculpture of a face made of flowers.

Bilbao City Centre

Bilbao City Centre is highly notable for its fascinating museums, and you might want to visit top sights like Plaza Moyua and Gran Casino Bilbao. See more of Bilbao by jumping on the metro at Moyua Station or Abando Station.

A river with a bridge, a historic building with a clock tower, and modern architecture along the riverbank.

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.

A modern architectural building with a reflective surface and a unique design.

Abando

Ample dining options, fascinating museums, and beautiful river views are just a few top things to explore in Abando. A visit to Plaza Moyua or Ensanche might round out your trip, and you can jump aboard the metro at Moyua Station or Indautxu Station to get around town.

A modern building with a cylindrical glass tower, surrounded by a park with benches and trees.
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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.

A red building with a sign reading "Mairie" and a staircase leading up to it.

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.

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