Casco Viejo
Bilbao
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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.
Casco Viejo Hotel Deals
Sercotel Arenal Bilbao
Great location and the hotel is very clean
Reviewed on Jan 4, 2026
Petit Palace Arana
This hotel is in a perfect location in central Bilbao. The staff were very friendly and helpful and the room was a good size with a luxury bathroom. The icing on the cake was that the staff arranged for some Cava t be left in the room for my partner’s birthday which was a lovely surprise. Definitely ...
Reviewed on Dec 9, 2025
Casual Bilbao Gurea
Nice and clean right in the middle of everything thanks highly recommend it..
Reviewed on Dec 10, 2025
GOIEN BOUTIQUE HOTEL
10/10 … we only stayed the on night but the room was fantastic, the team were really friendly and the location was perfect for exploring
Reviewed on Nov 12, 2025
Hotel Tayko Bilbao
Overall we enjoyed our two night stay. The location is central to the old town of Bilbao where all the attractions and restaurants are. You literally just walk around the corner and are in the old town of Bilbao. The room is very modern, and we enjoyed having a nespresso machine in the room to make ...
Reviewed on Jan 6, 2026
BYPILLOW Bilbo
The rooms are new, fresh and extremely well designed. The beds are super comfortable and there is enough room to hang clothes, work at a desk and still have a mini fridge. Location is superb.
Reviewed on Oct 17, 2025
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.
