Las Arenas Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Las Arenas
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.
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 Las Arenas Hotel Deals
The Artist Grand Hotel of Art
The Artist is the perfect location for a first-time visit to Bilbao: right across the street from the Guggenheim (room with a view) and walking distance to Casco Viejo and the shopping areas. Staff and service were welcoming and helpful. I would stay here again on my next visit.
Reviewed on 4 Apr 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
Batimont Suites & Apartments
Absolutely beautiful hotel in the heart of town close to the Guggenheim and Old Town.
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
voco Bilbao City by IHG
Nice hotel with clean, comfortable rooms and very friendly, helpful staff. The only downside is the location — the surrounding neighborhood didn’t feel very safe to walk around at night, so we relied on taxis in the evenings. Overall, a good stay if you plan your transportation ahead.
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Hotel ILUNION San Mamés
Definitely would stay there again, very handy for seeing all of Bilbao
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Las Arenas
Algorta
Algorta is a destination travellers like for its beaches, and you might hop aboard the metro at Algorta Station or Bidezabal Station to explore sights like Arrigunaga Beach.
Deusto
Noted for its river views and museums, there's plenty to explore in Deusto. Top attractions like Bay of Biscay and Deusto Bridge are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Sarriko Station or Deusto Station to see more of the city.
Deustuko San Pedro-Erribera
While you're in Deustuko San Pedro-Erribera, take in top sights like Bay of Biscay and jump on the metro at Deusto Station to see more of the city.
Art District
Known for its abundant dining options and interesting museums, there's plenty to explore in Art District. Top attractions like Bilbao Fine Arts Museum and Euskalduna Conference Centre and Concert Hall are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Abandoibarra Tram Stop or Guggenheim Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Basurto-Zorroza
If you're spending time in Basurto-Zorroza, check out sights like San Mames Stadium or Bay of Biscay and hop on the metro to see more of the city at San Mames Tram Stop or San Mames Station.
Basurtu
If you're spending time in Basurtu, check out sights like San Mames Stadium or Ensanche and hop on the metro to see more of the city at San Mames Tram Stop or San Mames Station.
