Visit Casco Viejo
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.
Arriaga Theater
For your evening's entertainment while in the city reserve seats for a show or play at this spectacular 19th-century theater.
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.
Santiago Cathedral
Wander through ancient chapels, admire centuries-old religious art and visit a Gothic cloister at this important Roman Catholic building.
Etxebarria Park
Explore the great outdoors at Etxebarria Park, a lovely green space in Bilbao. Stroll along the area's riverfront or experience its fascinating museums.
Things to do
Bilbao: San Mamés Museum and Stadium Tour
Bilbao: Gaztelugatxe, Bermeo, Mundaka and Gernika with Txakoli
San Sebastian & Biarritz full day tour
The Basque Country Full-Day Tour
Bilbao: Bilbao Cathedral and San Anton Church Entry Ticket
Casco Viejo Hotel Deals
Sercotel Arenal Bilbao
Great location near to bus stops, metro and tram. Staff were helpful and friendly. Room had great view of theatre and river and was very clean with good facilities.
Reviewed on Feb 23, 2026
NYX Hotel Bilbao by Leonardo Hotels
The room No 208 was very small. Breakfast is very average.
Reviewed on Feb 23, 2026
Petit Palace Arana
Excellent location, right on the main Plaza. The lobby almost feels like entering an Art Gallery. They skillfully blended a modern design with the original old stone walls. The room was a decent size and had all the amenities. Very quiet in the evening.
Reviewed on Feb 20, 2026
Hotel Tayko Bilbao
Staff were wonderful! Room was so quite & clean!
Reviewed on Feb 23, 2026
Casual Bilbao Gurea
Lovely hotel ,great staff
Reviewed on Feb 6, 2026
GOIEN BOUTIQUE HOTEL
An excellent hotel the staff are amazing thank you.
Reviewed on Feb 16, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Casco Viejo
Bilbao Old Town
Museums, shopping, and theaters 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.
San Francisco
You'll enjoy the bars and theaters in San Francisco. You might want to make time for a stop at Bilborock or Ensanche.
Bilbao la Vieja
While visiting Bilbao la Vieja, you might make a stop by sights like Bay of Biscay and San Anton Bridge.
Bilbao City Centre
Plaza Moyua and Gran Casino Bilbao are top sights in Bilbao City Centre, and you should be sure to explore the fascinating museums. Hop aboard the metro at Moyua Station or Abando Station to see more sights in the area.
Castaños
If you're spending some time in Castaños, Bilbao City Hall and Bay of Biscay are top sights worth seeing.
Zabala
Zabala might not have many top sights, but Bilborock and Ribera Market are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
