5-Day Spain weekend getaway in Bilbao

Your exciting weekend getaway in Spain begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Bilbao, your home for 4 nights. You’ll have your choice of the city's best hotels and other places to stay.

Bilbao has many incredible destinations you can admire and explore throughout your weekend getaway in Spain. Make sure you get on the earliest flight to Bilbao to see as many of these must-visit sites as possible!

Travelers often make time to visit attractions like the remarkable Federiko Moiua enparantza. This attraction is a spectacular must-see tourist destination with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 9,235 visitors.

When you’re ready to discover the local food culture in Bilbao, make your way to one of the best restaurants in the city, Kafe Antzokia. This lovely restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,751 customers.

Another top-rated restaurant in Bilbao is Gure Kabi jatetxea. Rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,296 customers, this restaurant is truly a must-try.

You can also eat at a place locals enjoy, Mugi taberna. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 986 customers.

A weekend getaway in Spain isn't complete without experiencing the nightlife scene in Bilbao. Fortunately, the city also has many fantastic bars that cater to all travel budgets. An excellent example is El Globo taberna, which has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 5,994 customers.

Another of the best bars you should consider going to is La Viña del Ensanche. This bar offers a selection of great meals and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,499 customers.

Locals also enjoy Stromboli taberna, and you might too. With an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,133 customers, an after-dinner drink at Stromboli taberna is the perfect way to end this day.

Enjoy toasting the start of your adventure-filled 5-day weekend getaway in Spain!

On day 2 of your rejuvenating weekend getaway in Spain, you’ll see more of the best attractions in Bilbao. You still have so many incredible experiences to take in during your remaining 3 nights in Bilbao!

One of today’s main highlights is the unforgettable Athletic Club Museoa · Tour San Mamés. This outstanding museum and travel destination inspires so many travelers each year. Garnering an average rating of 4.8 stars out of 5 from 1,025 travelers, a visit to the remarkable Athletic Club Museoa · Tour San Mamés is worth pages in your travel diary.

Another of the best attractions that will stir your curiosity is the fascinating Guggenheim Museum. This museum building and tourist destination welcomes approximately 530,967 visitors every year. Approximately 64,815 visitors rated this popular sightseeing spot an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Today, you also have the chance to see the amazing top-tier point of interest, Puppy. This attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 5,913 visitors.

The top-rated Furnicular bottom station, an outstanding museum, is one place you should visit while in Bilbao considering its average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,866 travelers.

When you want to explore something else, stop at the magnificent Artxanda Funicular. This popular site is rated 4.4 stars out of 5 by around 4,055 travelers.

Take this chance to join a popular tour to experience something one-of-a-kind on this day of your weekend getaway in Spain. Check out all the tours Bilbao offers and add your selections to your weekend getaway vacation package.

Exploring the most popular attractions in Spain can make you lose track of time. Still, be sure to grab something to eat at some of the best restaurants you can try in Bilbao.

La Barraca jatetxea offers great food and ambiance and is well-loved in the area.

Another top-rated restaurant worth trying in Bilbao is the popular Zurima jatetxea. With an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 784 customers, this restaurant is an excellent dining option.

If you feel like having something else, check out Nura jatetxea. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 586 customers, which speaks volumes about its quality.

When you’ve finished your meal and an after-dinner drink sounds enticing, visit Mugi taberna. One of the best bars in the city, Mugi taberna has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 986 customers.

If you’d rather go to a different spot, Arpiku is another great option. This bar enjoys an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 571 bar-goers.

Café Iruña is also a great city bar where you can have nice chats with locals and fellow travelers in Bilbao. Café Iruña has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 11,699 customers.

A quick trip to any of these popular local bars will enhance your travel experience in the city of Bilbao. Cheers to a pleasant weekend getaway in Spain!

On day 3 of your weekend getaway in Spain, you’ll get to know more about Bilbao and take in its unique atmosphere. You'll also make the most of your remaining 2 nights in Bilbao by checking out more of the city's local food scene and nightlife.

You won’t easily run out of wonderful places to see and exciting things to do during your adventure in the city. To start your day with a bang, head to the must-visit Europa parkea.

Today is also your chance to spend some time at the spectacular Etxebarria parkea. This attraction is a magnificent best-rated sightseeing destination that is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 9,229 travelers.

Bilbao is also the home of the amazing Bilboko Donejakue katedrala. This fascinating church and travel destination has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 6,802 visitors.

You can continue your adventure at a famous park in the area, the wonderful Albiako Lorategiak. Rated 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,047, a visit to this top-rated attraction is an excellent idea.

With an average rating of 4.6 given by 469 travelers, it’s hard to refuse the opportunity to see the outstanding Church of San Vicente de Abando.

Beyond its stunning attractions, Bilbao is also an incredible place where you can rediscover your passion for learning or adventure. So for a more productive and meaningful weekend getaway experience in Spain, join an unforgettable tour today to learn more about Bilbao's people and culture.

You’ll have plenty of restaurant and bar options in Bilbao. So when you’re done exploring and it’s time to eat, all you have to do is take your pick of the city’s best dining and drinking spots.

Locals enjoy eating at Zarate jatetxea, one of the most recommended restaurants in Bilbao. This city restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 525 customers.

If you have an appetite for something else, check out Ágape jatetxea. Around 1,513 customers have given this fantastic restaurant an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

With an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,466 customers, Restaurante Pentxo is another excellent alternative that serves a whole menu of delectable dishes. Many patrons praise its unique ambiance and attentive service, making it a must-visit for both locals and tourists alike.

After your meal, consider going for a drink to celebrate this wonderful weekend getaway experience in Spain. One of the best bars in the city is Café Bar Bilbao. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,834 customers.

To gain one of the best bar experiences in Bilbao, we recommend the cocktails at Gran Hotel Domine Bilbao. This bar has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,714 customers and is an excellent place to make local friends.

Another of the best spots to experience the nightlife scene in Bilbao is Marzana taberna. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 934 customers.

Relish in novel experiences as you continue your weekend getaway in the city of Bilbao. Toast to another amazing day in Spain!

On day 4 of your rejuvenating weekend getaway in Spain, you’ll see more of the best attractions in Bilbao. You still have so many incredible experiences to take in during your remaining 1 night in Bilbao!

One of today’s main highlights is the unforgettable Pirata Itsasontziaren parkea. This outstanding best-rated sightseeing destination and travel destination inspires so many travelers each year. Garnering an average rating of 4.3 stars out of 5 from 803 travelers, a visit to the remarkable Pirata Itsasontziaren parkea is worth pages in your travel diary.

Another of the best attractions that will stir your curiosity is the fascinating Itsasmuseum Bilbao. Approximately 1,942 visitors rated this popular sightseeing spot an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Today, you also have the chance to see the amazing best-rated sightseeing destination, Euskalduna Bridge. This attraction has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,852 visitors.

The top-rated Doña Casilda Iturrizar park, an outstanding best-rated sightseeing destination, is one place you should visit while in Bilbao considering its average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 9,643 travelers.

When you want to explore something else, stop at the magnificent Museum of Fine Arts of Bilbao. This popular site is rated 4.5 stars out of 5 by around 8,312 travelers.

Take this chance to join a popular tour to experience something one-of-a-kind on this day of your weekend getaway in Spain. Check out all the tours Bilbao offers and add your selections to your weekend getaway vacation package.

Exploring the most popular attractions in Spain can make you lose track of time. Still, be sure to grab something to eat at some of the best restaurants you can try in Bilbao.

When you’ve finished your meal and an after-dinner drink sounds enticing, visit Bar Roma cafeteria. One of the best bars in the city, Bar Roma cafeteria has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 580 customers.

If you’d rather go to a different spot, Aralar jatetxea is another great option. This bar enjoys an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 678 bar-goers.

Iturriza Taberna is also a great city bar where you can have nice chats with locals and fellow travelers in Bilbao. Iturriza Taberna has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 550 customers.

A quick trip to any of these popular local bars will enhance your travel experience in the city of Bilbao. Cheers to a pleasant weekend getaway in Spain!

Your remarkable weekend getaway in Spain is about to end. Soon you’ll say goodbye to Bilbao. Day 5 is your departure day and your chance to catch one last glimpse of the city and beautiful Spain.

Depending on how much time you have until you start your journey home, we recommend visiting some more attractions or doing some last-minute shopping.

If you prefer to go sightseeing before leaving Spain, the popular Zubizuri is an extraordinary attraction you could visit on your last day in Bilbao.

You’ll then say farewell to Spain and begin your journey home, now filled with memories of your unforgettable weekend getaway in Spain!