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
University of Deusto Bilbao

University of Deusto Bilbao

5/5(2 reviews)

Explore the campus of University of Deusto Bilbao as part of your travels around Bilbao. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.

University of Deusto Bilbao

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
The price is AU$213 per night from 13 July to 14 July
AU$213
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! (745 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
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! (1,007 reviews)
"Great hotel in Bilbao that is walkable to the museum"

Reviewed on 7 Jul. 2025

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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
The price is AU$149 per night from 13 July to 14 July
AU$149
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! (988 reviews)
"I love it , beautiful , centric, perfect for me The only thing was the air conditioning that doesn’t cool at a comfortable temperature.. i was warm everyday and in a 3 hours later i can fall asleep .."

Reviewed on 7 Jul. 2025

Hotel Silken Indautxu Bilbao
Hotel ILUNION Bilbao
Hotel ILUNION Bilbao
3 out of 5
Calle Rodriguez Arias 66, Bilbao, Vizcaya
The price is AU$214 per night from 27 July to 28 July
AU$214
27 July - 28 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! (1,012 reviews)
"Well situated and the room set up is very good. We really like it."

Reviewed on 9 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$184 per night from 13 July to 14 July
AU$184
13 July - 14 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Bilbao. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Guggenheim Museum Bilbao and San Mames ...
9/10 Wonderful! (113 reviews)
Lovely stay, great location!
"The hotel staff were super nice, especially on reception, always happy to give directions or a recommendation. The room is nice, we had a lovely gesture on one of our birthdays, when chocolates and a free drinks token for the both of us at sky bar was left, what a lovely touch! Not many sun loungers ..."

Reviewed on 7 Jul. 2025

Axel Hotel Bilbao – Adults Only
NYX Hotel Bilbao by Leonardo Hotels
NYX Hotel Bilbao by Leonardo Hotels
3.5 out of 5
Areatza Kalea 4, Bilbao
The price is AU$158 per night from 13 July to 14 July
AU$158
13 July - 14 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Bilbao. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (934 reviews)
"Modern, funky hotel in a perfect location in Bilbao old town!"

Reviewed on 11 Jul. 2025

NYX Hotel Bilbao by Leonardo Hotels
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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 Ribera Market or Plaza Miguel de Unamuno 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, Ribera Market and Santiago Cathedral 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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