Bilbao by train
Discover Bilbao
Bilbao, in northern Spain, is a city of art and industrial transformation. The Guggenheim Museum, an architectural marvel, symbolises its cultural renaissance, while the Casco Viejo old town retains its traditional charm. Bilbao’s culinary scene, including its famous pintxos, and its riverside setting make it a dynamic and inviting destination.
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Bilbao train holidays
Discover Bilbao
Bilbao, San Sebastián, Bordeaux, Paris
Get under the skin of Bilbao on an overland journey by train through Spain, with time to discover the city sites and venture out into lesser-known suburbs.
Multi-stop adventure through Bilbao
Paris, Bordeaux, San Sebastián, Bilbao, Santander
Travel through Spain on a multi-stop adventure to Bilbao, complete with scenic trains, locally-owned stays, and places that reveal the wonder of journeying overland.
Sleeper to Bilbao
Bilbao
Watch the sun rise as you dock into Bilbao on Spain’s north coast after a serene overnight sailing from Portsmouth.
Activities and neighbourhoods in Bilbao
Basilica of Begoña
Dedicated to the patron saint of Biscay, the 16th-century Basilica of Begoña is built in Gothic and Renaissance styles on the site were the Virgin Mary is said to have appeared in a vision.
Casco Viejo
Bilbao’s Old Quarter is a medieval glory that transport you to when the city was founded. 700 years ago this was the commercial centre of the city which today comprises of seven streets.
Guggenheim Museum
Designed by Frank Gehry, the iconic Guggenheim building is as much of a draw as the contents. The museum houses one of the best modern art collections in Europe, with works by Rothko, Serra and more.
Mercado de la Ribera
Mainland Europe's largest indoor market, the Art-Deco style La Ribera Market is home to stalls selling fresh seafood, meats and local produce, alongside bar-restaurants serving up Basque specialities.
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