Zabala 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 Zabala Hotel Deals

Hotel ILUNION San Mamés
Hotel ILUNION San Mamés
4 out of 5
Calle Perez Galdos, 56, Bilbao, Vizcaya
The price is AU$212 per night from 20 July to 21 July
AU$212
20 July - 21 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$349 per night from 13 July to 14 July
AU$349
13 July - 14 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
The price is AU$169 per night from 13 July to 14 July
AU$169
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$180 per night from 14 July to 15 July
AU$180
14 July - 15 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$237 per night from 13 July to 14 July
AU$237
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 San Mames Stadium and Guggenheim Museum ...
9/10 Wonderful! (112 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
Barceló Bilbao Nervión
Barceló Bilbao Nervión
4 out of 5
Paseo Campo Volantin 11, Bilbao, Vizcaya
The price is AU$233 per night from 27 July to 28 July
AU$233
27 July - 28 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 Zabala

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Iralabarri

Though Iralabarri may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Gran Casino Bilbao and Ensanche.

Iralabarri
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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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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
Ribera Market featuring food, interior views and a bar

Bilbao Old Town

4.5/5(8 area reviews)

Museums, shopping and theatres highlight some notable features of Bilbao Old Town. Make a stop by Santiago Cathedral or Plaza Nueva while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Arriga Tram Stop or Casco Viejo Station to get around town.

Bilbao Old Town
San Mames Stadium featuring modern architecture and a river or creek

Bilbao City Centre

4/5(2 area reviews)

Bilbao City Centre is highly notable for its fascinating museums, and you might want to visit top sights like Plaza Moyua and Gran Casino Bilbao. See more of Bilbao by jumping on the metro at Moyua Station or Abando Station.

Bilbao City Centre

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