Iralabarri Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Iralabarri
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.
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.
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.
Activities
San Sebastian & Biarritz full day tour
1-Hour Bilbao city Boat Tour or 2-Hour cruise to Portugalete
Bilbao, Guggenheim and Gaztelugatxe from San Sebastian
The Basque Country Full-Day Tour
Our pick of the best Iralabarri Hotel Deals
voco Bilbao City by IHG
We enjoyed a three night stay at the Voco. The hotel itself is modern, clean and of a good standard. Staff were friendly and everything seemed fairly new and well maintained. We didn't make use of the breakfast facilities or bar so can't really comment but they looked quite inviting. The room was ...
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
BYPILLOW Irala
The Artist Grand Hotel of Art
Lovely reception from all staff, very efficient and warm. Just one night but it was memorable. Thank you!
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
Radisson Collection Bilbao
This hotel is extremely stylish - lovely design of the rooms and shared areas. The front of house staff are friendly and helpful. The location is central, close to the main shopping areas and restaurant. But it’s perhaps a little noisy and lively at night time for us. A couple of things let it down. ...
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
Axel Hotel Bilbao – Adults Only
Lovely hotel with modern decor. Very clean and well maintained. Very friendly staff. Decent gym for a few days stay. Excellent breakfast selection.
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
Hotel ILUNION San Mamés
Wonderful location by the Bilbao Athletic Club stadium. Easy walk or tram ride to Guggenheim Museum or el Centro. Superb breakfast buffet.
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Iralabarri
Zabala
While Zabala isn't home to many top sights, Bilborock and Ribera Market are some notable places to visit nearby.
Ametzola
While Ametzola isn't home to many top sights, Plaza Moyua and Gran Casino Bilbao are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
Bilbao la Vieja
While visiting Bilbao la Vieja, you might make a stop by sights like Bay of Biscay and San Anton Bridge.
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 Bilbao Fine Arts Museum might round out your trip, and you can jump aboard the metro at Moyua Station or Indautxu Station to get around town.
Indautxu
While you're in Indautxu, take in top sights like Euskalduna Conference Centre and Concert Hall or Bilbao Fine Arts Museum, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Indautxu Station or Sabino Arana Tram Stop.
