La Peña Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

San Mames Stadium which includes modern architecture and a river or creek

San Mames Stadium

4/5(1 review)

Join local soccer fans and shout your support for a well-known European team that calls this spectacular stadium its home.

San Mames Stadium
Guggenheim Museum Bilbao featuring a city and modern architecture

Guggenheim Museum Bilbao

4/5(20 reviews)

Investigate a vast collection of modern and contemporary art both inside and outside one of the most recognizable buildings in Bilbao.

Guggenheim Museum Bilbao
Plaza Nueva which includes outdoor eating as well as a small group of people

Plaza Nueva

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

Plaza Nueva
Plaza Moyua featuring heritage architecture, flowers and a park

Plaza Moyua

4.5/5(12 reviews)

Take time out in this attractive city plaza and contemplate the beauty and majesty of the architecture of the surrounding historical buildings.

Plaza Moyua
Ribera Market which includes a city, a river or creek and heritage architecture

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.

Ribera Market
Euskalduna Conference Centre and Concert Hall

Euskalduna Conference Centre and Concert Hall

4.5/5(2 reviews)

Attend a conference, concert or dramatic performance, go on a guided tour and browse an eclectic collection of art at this riverside venue.

Euskalduna Conference Centre and Concert Hall

Activities

Gaztelugatxe, Mundaka and Gernika Tour from Bilbao

Gaztelugatxe, Mundaka and Gernika Tour from Bilbao

AU$123
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Gaztelugatxe, Mundaka and Gernika Tour from Bilbao
Biarritz

Biarritz, Saint Jean De Luz & San Sebastian

AU$125
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Biarritz, Saint Jean De Luz & San Sebastian
Aerial view of a church in Spain

The Basque Country Full-Day Tour

AU$134
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
The Basque Country Full-Day Tour
Picture 12 for Activity Bilbao: Gaztelugatxe, Bermeo, Mundaka, Gernika, & Wine Tour

Bilbao: Gaztelugatxe, Bermeo, Mundaka, Gernika, & Wine Tour

AU$89
per adult
Bilbao: Gaztelugatxe, Bermeo, Mundaka, Gernika, & Wine Tour
Bilbao Guggenheim Museum Entry Ticket

Bilbao Guggenheim Museum Entry Ticket

AU$53
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Bilbao Guggenheim Museum Entry Ticket
Excursion from Bilbao San Sebastian Hondarribia and Getaria

Bilbao: Excursion to San Sebastian, Hondarribia and Getaria

AU$81
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Bilbao: Excursion to San Sebastian, Hondarribia and Getaria
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Our pick of the best La Peña Hotel Deals

Hotel ILUNION San Mamés
Hotel ILUNION San Mamés
4 out of 5
Calle Perez Galdos, 56, Bilbao, Vizcaya
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$189 per night from 13 July to 14 July
AU$189
13 July - 14 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Bilbao. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (741 reviews)
"Supper nice"

Reviewed on 6 Jul. 2025

Hotel ILUNION San Mamés
The Artist Grand Hotel of Art
The Artist Grand Hotel of Art
5 out of 5
Alameda de Mazarredo, 61, Bilbao, Vizcaya
The price is AU$422 per night from 9 July to 10 July
AU$422
9 July - 10 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Bilbao. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,001 reviews)
"An EXCELLENT stay. The service was impeccable - Luis at the door was attentive and greeted us with true kindness. Sandra, the concierge, helped us with a medical issue with speed. Jon at the rooftop terrace was so friendly with beach advice and plenty of coffee. We stayed in one of the smart interior ..."

Reviewed on 3 Jul. 2025

The Artist Grand Hotel of Art
Hotel Silken Indautxu Bilbao
Hotel Silken Indautxu Bilbao
4 out of 5
Plaza Bombero Etxaniz S/n, Bilbao, Vizcaya
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$168 per night from 13 July to 14 July
AU$168
13 July - 14 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Bilbao. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (985 reviews)
"Nice property"

Reviewed on 5 Jul. 2025

Hotel Silken Indautxu Bilbao
Hotel ILUNION Bilbao
Hotel ILUNION Bilbao
3 out of 5
Calle Rodriguez Arias 66, Bilbao, Vizcaya
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$171 per night from 13 July to 14 July
AU$171
13 July - 14 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Bilbao. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
"Como en todas mis reseñas, evalúo tres aspectos clave: A. Ubicación, B. Servicio, C. Relación precio/calidad. En este caso, también hay un punto adicional que vale la pena destacar. A. Ubicación: En Bilbao no hay Uber, así que lo ideal es comprar la tarjeta Barik en el aeropuerto y usar el transporte ..."

Reviewed on 4 Jul. 2025

Hotel ILUNION Bilbao
Axel Hotel Bilbao – Adults Only
Axel Hotel Bilbao – Adults Only
4 out of 5
Mesedeetako Kaia 3, Bilbao
The price is AU$169 per night from 7 July to 8 July
AU$169
7 July - 8 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Bilbao. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions San Mames Stadium and Guggenheim Museum ...
9/10 Wonderful! (107 reviews)
"Great location for the old town. New and clean. Would stay again and look for this hotel group in other parts of Spain."

Reviewed on 2 Jul. 2025

Axel Hotel Bilbao – Adults Only
Barceló Bilbao Nervión
Barceló Bilbao Nervión
4 out of 5
Paseo Campo Volantin 11, Bilbao, Vizcaya
The price is AU$233 per night from 20 July to 21 July
AU$233
20 July - 21 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Bilbao. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Great location, easy access to transportation, restaurants etc"

Reviewed on 4 Jul. 2025

Barceló Bilbao Nervión
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Other neighbourhoods around La Peña

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San Adrián

San Adrián might not have many top sights, but Ribera Market and Santiago Cathedral are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

San Adrián
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Bilbao la Vieja

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

Bilbao la Vieja
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Photo by Ugo Cuesta (CC BY-SA)

Santutxu

4/5(1 area review)

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

Santutxu
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Zabala

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

Zabala
Bilbao which includes night scenes, modern architecture and a city

Ibaiondo

If you're spending time in Ibaiondo, check out sights like Ribera Market or Santiago Cathedral and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Atxuri Tram Station or Ribera Tram Stop.

Ibaiondo
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San Francisco

You'll enjoy the bars and theatres in San Francisco. You might want to make time for a stop at Ensanche or Bay of Biscay.

San Francisco

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