Free self-guided walk · Bilbao

Guggenheim to the old town

A free self-guided walk in Bilbao, along the river from the Guggenheim to the Casco Viejo.

Distance
3.1 km
Walking time
41 min
Allow
About 2 hours with stops
Stops
5

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About this walk

This walk covers the heart of Bilbao on foot.

Stop at Plaza Nueva for pintxos.

  • Terrain: Flat riverside path.
  • Best time: Afternoon into early evening.

Route map

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Route and stop positions © OpenStreetMap contributors. North is up.

The stops

  1. Guggenheim Museum Bilbao

    Start at the museum and its giant flower dog, Puppy.

  2. Zubizuri

    Calatrava's white footbridge.

  3. Arriaga Theatre

    The theatre at the edge of the old town.

  4. Mercado de la Ribera

    The riverside market.

  5. Plaza Nueva

    Finish in the arcaded square.

Tips

  • The museum is closed on most Mondays outside summer.
  • Zubizuri's glass deck can be slippery in rain.
  • Bring an umbrella.

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Sources and review date

This walk was last reviewed on 2026-10-28. Distance and walking time come from OpenStreetMap's walking router and don't include time at stops. Opening hours and access change; please check before you go.