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Ultimate Private Bilbao City Experience

  • 5 hours
  • City Highlight Tours
  • Bilbao
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Choose one of 3 locals available

Experience hosted by Rune, Joseba & one other local

  • Private Tour
  • Carbon Neutral

Embark on an extraordinary journey through Bilbao! This exclusive tour promises to unveil the city's essence with a complete exploration, including a thrilling funicular ride to a scenic viewpoint. Experience Bilbao like never before with a local guide who will showcase every corner and share fascinating stories along the way.

Destination
Bilbao, Spain
Category
City Highlight Tours
Duration
5 hours
Transport mode
Walking tour
Available languages
Dansk, English, Español, Norsk, Svenska, Deutsch, Italiano
Included
  • Private Guide
  • Return Cable Car Ticket
  • All Withlocals Tours are Carbon Neutral
Excluded
  • Entrance to Attractions

6 reasons to book this tour

  • All the must-see sights & highlights
  • Tons of local insights & hidden gems
  • Take your time to discover Bilbao
  • Can be 100% personalized to your wishes
  • Ride the funicular for an impressive view over Bilbao
  • Inspiring stories on the city’s history & culture

What you can expect

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If you're looking to unravel the tapestry of Bilbao, look no further than this exclusive private city tour led by a knowledgeable local expert. Step into the heart of Bilbao and embark on a journey that unveils its vibrant culture, rich history, and captivating stories.

This comprehensive tour ensures you don't miss a beat as you traverse the city's iconic landmarks and hidden gems. Begin at the bustling Plaza Nueva, where the aroma of freshly brewed coffee mingles with the sounds of bustling markets. Wander through the Seven Streets (Siete Calles), each alleyway whispering tales of Bilbao's medieval past and modern-day charm.

Ascend to the Viewpoint Artxanda aboard a funicular, where panoramic views stretch across the cityscape, from the modern marvel of the Guggenheim Museum to the historic architecture of the Casco Viejo. Your local guide, deeply passionate about Bilbao's heritage, offers insider insights and local recommendations along the way.

What sets this tour apart is the personal touch of each local host, whose expertise and enthusiasm shape the itinerary based on your interests and preferences. Whether delving into art and architecture, savoring local cuisine, or discovering off-the-beaten-path treasures, your experience is tailored to ensure a memorable exploration of Bilbao in just one day.

Having unlocked the secrets of Bilbao with your local guide, you're free to delve deeper into the city's culinary delights or unwind with an evening stroll along the riverbanks. Have questions? Your knowledgeable host is your go-to resource for insider tips and recommendations to enhance your Bilbao adventure.

Discover the true essence of Bilbao on this customizable private tour, where every corner reveals a new facet of this dynamic city. Let your local guide lead the way and uncover the magic of Bilbao, one personalized experience at a time.

Choose your local

Get to know these 3 passionate locals, each bringing unique perspectives and talents. Choose your favorite, check their availability, and book to create an unforgettable adventure tailored to you.

This is the plan

Check out the plan below to see what you'll get up to with your local host. Feel free to personalize this offer with the host of your choice.

  1. Meeting point

    Meet at At the Funicular Station - Bilbao to start your journey

  2. Itinerary

    This is what our experience could look like, but it’s not set in stone! Once you book, you can chat directly with your host to make small tweaks to suit your preferences.

  3. City Highlights

    See Viewpoint Artxanda, Plaza Nueva, the Seven Streets(Siete Calles), and more must-sees of the city. Your local host will take you to the main spots of the city so you can get the perfect overview to what makes Bilbao so special
  4. Hidden Gems

    long the way, your local host will show you treasures hidden in plain sight that only the locals know about. Get to know the city through a different perspective, the local way, and discover places and stories that not many tourists get to experience
  5. Special Treat

    Follow your host to one of their favorite eateries for a snack or a drink beloved by the locals. Take a break and catch up with your new local friend and get the answers to all your travel questions
  6. More Things to See

    With more time, you’ll have the chance to enter some of the landmarks and attractions your host has planned for you. Get in touch with the host of your choice to hear more about their plan
  7. A Panoramic View of Bilbao

    Ride the funicular to a picturesque viewpoint for an impressive overview of Bilbao cityscape
  8. Make it yours

    Want to tweak the itinerary? Book directly & chat afterwards with your host to adjust highlights, skip stops, or make small changes to fit your preferences.

    Book risk-free: Cancel within 24 hours for a full refund.

    Need something special? Personalize your experience for more time, alternative locations or a completely tailored plan.

Flexible cancellation policy

  • Feel confident booking

    Cancel within 24 hours for a full refund. Even up to 7 days before your experience, you’ll receive a refund, minus the service fee.

  • Change of plans?

    Reschedule your experience to a date and time that works best for you.

  • Loved by travelers worldwide

    Simple and flexible – your plans, your way.

Reviews from guests

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Ingrid 🇦🇹 Austria
(About local )
27 November 2024
Joseba knows a lot about his city and he could answer all our questions. We highly recommend to book a Tour with himWe enjoyed our citytour with Joseba a lot
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Sigurdur
(About local )
21 February 2025
We enjoyed our visit to the Guggenheim very much. Rune was very good navigating us through the museum in an excellent way. Enjoyed the Guggenheim very much
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Susan🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
13 December 2024
This was our first visit to Bilbao and Joseba was the perfect guide. His communication prior to meeting made it easy for us - 4 NYers. We had a nice mix of history, culture and food. Amazing day with a passionate guide!
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giovanna
(About local )
25 November 2024
Joseba è stato molto disponibile e simpatico nell'accompagnarci durante il tour. Preparato sulla storia e particolarità del posto. Siamo rimasti molto sorpresi ,non ci aspettavamo una Bilbao così bella! Grazie a Joseba per tutte le indicazioni !Sorpresi da Bilbao!!!
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Frans🇳🇱 Netherlands
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13 November 2024
We loved our tour with Joseba. He knows so much about Bilbao and the Basque history. He pointed out the best places to eat Pinxtos and where to buy sweet specialities like the Bollo de Mantequilla. Also his story about the Guggenheim was very interesting. So, when in Bilbao: go with Joseba! When in Bilbao go with Joseba!
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Jolien🇧🇪 Belgium
(About local )
4 November 2024
Rune was very pleasant. He really responds to the interests of those who will follow the tour. Due to the bad weather we had to change our schedule and he was very open-minded about that, thank you Rune!You made Bilbao extra special for us!
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Morten🇩🇰 Denmark
(About local )
19 October 2024
Rune took us around the history of Guggenheim as well as Bilbao in a very informative and interesting manner. We would highly recommend Rune and would not hesitate booking him in for our next visit in Bilbao Top experience with Rune
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MEIR🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
13 October 2024
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Unknown
(About local )
12 October 2024
We had a wonderful Pintxo tour with Laura in Bilbao. She was extremely knowledgeable about the city and out of the way places for great pintxos and drinks. She also tailored our tour to our tastes in food/wine and our interests in the city. Finally, she gave us a whole set of suggestions on what to do in and around Bilbao on the next dayDelightful evening in Bilbao
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Katrin🇩🇪 Germany
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6 October 2024
We had a great experience with Joseba. He is knowledgeable und easy-going. Really enjoyed the tour!Highly recommended
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Erica🇦🇺 Australia
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27 August 2024
Due to a late arrival in Bilbao on our part and the end of a 10 day long fiesta in Bilbao, we rescheduled our Pinxoa tour to the Monday lunch at Laura’s suggestion. This was brilliant as the massive crowds had well and truly dispersed and even though some of Laura’s favourite bars weren’t open we still had a wonderful experience. We did a bit more exploring, up to the cathedral on the hill after our first Pinxos and then back into town for a couple more bars. Laura is a warm and friendly host and it was lovely to talk to her about her experiences in moving to Bilbao with her Basque husband 6 years ago. We would thoroughly recommend Laura as a host as she is also very accommodating in switching plans if need be and she also gave us a great recommendation for dinner on our first night. Traditional Basque food cooked in a lovely low key restaurant in the Old Town. What a magnificent host Laura is!
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Devon🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
21 June 2024
Laura was fabulous. She was knowledgeable and warm, so easy to be with. Honestly it was like hanging out with a friend while enjoying pintxos and drinks. The last spot she took us was a real favorite for us. Would highly recommend! Like spending an evening with a friend
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Daniel
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17 June 2024
We had a fantastic and fun time with Laura. She reacted spontaneously to our ideas and showed us some really cool places with lovely food and good wine. It was an insightful and interesting tour. Highly recommended! Fun and insightful private tour with Laura
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Peter🇳🇱 Netherlands
(About local )
1 June 2024
We hebben een leuke energieke tour gemaakt met Joseba. Hij vertelde ons enthousiast over de cultuur van pinxtos eten en de passende drankkeuze, waaronder cider. En wij genoten van het eten en drinken. Daarnaast wist hij op al onze vragen antwoord te geven en mooie achtergrondverhalen te vertellen. Goede energie, veel gezeliigheid.
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afriedraman🇮🇳 India
(About local )
13 May 2024
We had a wonderful experience with Joseba in Bilbao! He was a local and also deeply knowledgeable. It showed in the way he introduced the city to us, locating it in history and geography and crafting the walk accordingly. Once he gauged our degree of interest and level of knowledge, he picked up on our questions and added further interesting information. After a leisurely drink mid-walk, we ended our tour thoroughly satisfied that we’d got as good an overview of the city, and the history and culture of the Basque region, as we possibly could as visitors. Thank you very much, Joseba! Worth every penny!
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Kristina
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11 May 2024
Joseba hat unser Herz im Sturm erobert! Wir hatten eine tolle Zeit in Bilbao. Er hat uns viel erzählt und gezeigt, die Pintxos waren lecker, der Wein auch. Jederzeit wieder. Ein perfekter Tag
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Raymond🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
11 May 2024
Laura was a great guide, she was fun and informative. It was a fun evening hanging out with her and visiting all local hangouts.Hanging out with the locals
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Sue🇬🇧 United Kingdom
(About local )
21 April 2024
As it was our first time in Bilbao we wanted to get an overview of the people and places. Laura surpassed our expectations and went above and beyond by contacting us before and after the tour. Laura was keen to know our specific needs to ensure we got the very best out of the experience. We thoroughly enjoyed the tour and this was largely down to Laura’s enthusiasm, knowledge and personality. Laura also provided useful tips and recommendations for the remainder of our stay in Bilbao. We would highly recommend the tour and Laura in particular Outstanding
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Teresa🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
19 April 2024
We chose the 10 Tastings in Bilbao in order to learn more about the local culture and foods. Laura was our guide and could not have done a better job. She treated us like family, taught us about the local foods, and was very patient with our slower style of movement. She thought of everything as our food tour progressed from breakfast type foods to more hearty dishes. She even brought an extra umbrella for us to use since we were visiting from a cruise ship. Realizing our time was limited because of the cruise, Laura took us to the Guggenheim and assisted with a taxi back to our ship. These are things that were not part of the tour, but shows the passion Laura has for people. I highly recommend her as your next guide. She was amazing!10 Tastings in Bilboa
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Dagmar🇩🇪 Germany
(About local )
11 April 2024
We had a great time with Joseba and enjoyed his knowlegde. Unfortunately two hours were not enough time for this interesting place…Great Experience
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Nadine🇩🇪 Germany
(About local )
30 March 2024
We had a perfect tour with our host Rune. He showed us really cool places and told us a lot about the history of Bilbao, the food and so on. Rune was such a great guide: very nice, well prepared and has taken all our wishes into account. We can totally recommend the tour with him. 😊Great tour with great Rune 😊
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Charlotte
(About local )
20 March 2024
We had a bike trip with guide Joseba on our first day in Bilbao. It was the best guided tour we ever had. Joseba knows a lot about culture, history, nice food spots, hidden gems, sports, … . Whatever you want to know, he can tell you more. It felt like we were on a bike tour with a friend and the trip passed by really quick. We highly recommend a trip with him, as he is a really passionate guide! Great experience!
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Udo🇩🇪 Germany
(About local )
26 September 2023
Eine sehr interessante Tour mit Joseba durch Bilbao. Wir haben viel gesehen und über die Geschichte, die Architektur, die Menschen, die Kunst, die Wirtschaft und Sprache erfahren. Joseba ist ein sehr netter Guide. Vielen Dank.3 interessante Stunden in Bilbao

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