Ibaiondo Travel Guide
Bilbao
Popular places to visit

Plaza Nueva
Feast on an appetizing variety of local gourmet dishes while marveling at the architectural splendor of this popular city plaza.

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.

Bilbao City Hall
Tour the interior and exterior of an architectural gem, an important government building that lies close to Bilbao's old town.

Arriaga Theater
For your evening's entertainment while in the city reserve seats for a show or play at this spectacular 19th-century theater.

Santiago Cathedral
Wander through ancient chapels, admire centuries-old religious art and visit a Gothic cloister at this important Roman Catholic building.

Plaza Miguel de Unamuno
Revel in the lively ambiance of this old town square and tour some of the notable buildings in and around it.
Things to do

Biarritz, Saint Jean De Luz & San Sebastian

San Sebastian & Biarritz full day tour

The Basque Country Full-Day Tour

Bilbao: San Mamés Museum and Stadium Tour
Top hotels in Ibaiondo

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

NYX Hotel Bilbao by Leonardo Hotels
Thank you for everything, very nice staff
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026

Sercotel Arenal Bilbao
Excellent location, great rooms and always stay when I’m in Bilbao
Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026

Latroupe La Granja
Did not know this is a hostel, which I usually avoid. However, for 2 days, it was adequate. Central location was key. Very walkable.
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026

Petit Palace Arana
Great hotel Friendly staff Great location
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Ibaiondo

Santutxu
When in Santutxu and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Ribera Market or Museum of Archaeology Bizkaya and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Basarrate Station or Santutxu Station.

Bilbao la Vieja
While visiting Bilbao la Vieja, you might make a stop by sights like Bay of Biscay and San Anton Bridge.

Zabala
While Zabala isn't home to many top sights, Bilborock and Ribera Market are some notable places to visit nearby.

Iralabarri
Though Iralabarri may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Bizkaia Frontoia and Bilborock.

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 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.







