Visit Casco Viejo
Popular places to visit
Plaza Nueva
Learn about the local history of Bilbao when you take a trip to Plaza Nueva. Visit the area's shops or amble around its riverfront.
Ribera Market
During your trip to Bilbao, you can enjoy retail therapy at Ribera Market. Stroll along the area's riverfront or experience its fascinating museums.
Arriaga Theater
Enjoy a show at Arriaga Theater, a theater with a story to tell in Bilbao. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the shops in the area.
Plaza Miguel de Unamuno
Learn about the local history of Bilbao when you take a trip to Plaza Miguel de Unamuno. Stroll along the area's riverfront or experience its fascinating museums.
Santiago Cathedral
After visiting Santiago Cathedral, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Bilbao. Stroll along the area's riverfront or experience its fascinating museums.
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.
Casco Viejo Hotel Deals
Petit Palace Arana
Great location in the old town and not too noisy.
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Hotel Tayko Bilbao
This hotel is in a great location in the heart of the old quarter of Bilbao. It’s also within easy walking distance of the museum, along the river, and the main shopping district. We arrived a couple of hours before check-in time and were able to leave our luggage with the reception staff, while ...
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
NYX Hotel Bilbao by Leonardo Hotels
American style hotel across the bridge from main city area that is easily walkable. It has an underground parking garage across the street and the old area of the city is right behind the hotel with GREAT dining options. Only complaint is that the bathroom is in the middle of the room with glass ...
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Sercotel Arenal Bilbao
Great stay. Ideally placed for Casco Viejo, which is the heart of the real city.
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Bilder Boutique Hotel
Great location right next to Plaza Nueva. Room was clean and comfortable and there is a friendly bar downstairs for a light breakfast.
Reviewed on 28 April 2026
Casual Bilbao Gurea
Arriving later in the evening, the front door was locked and there was very poor information and communication as how to get inside the building. The girl at reception could have simply came down and opened the door, but instead I was trying to have an online conversation as to how to gain entry, ...
Reviewed on 9 May 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, Funicular de Artxanda and Bilbao City Hall 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.
