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.
Santiago Cathedral
Wander through ancient chapels, admire centuries-old religious art and visit a Gothic cloister at this important Roman Catholic building.
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.
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
Hotel Tayko Bilbao
The hotel was located well as far as restaurants and shopping, however, I will say that because it is close to bars, and restaurants, it was extremely loud the first night which was a Saturday. We never ate at the restaurant, because it never seemed to be open while we were there. We did have wine ...
Reviewed on Mar 18, 2026
NYX Hotel Bilbao by Leonardo Hotels
Thank you for everything, very nice staff
Reviewed on Mar 25, 2026
Sercotel Arenal Bilbao
Excellent location, great rooms and always stay when I’m in Bilbao
Reviewed on Mar 20, 2026
Petit Palace Arana
Great hotel Friendly staff Great location
Reviewed on Mar 26, 2026
Casual Bilbao Gurea
Very helpful and friendly staff that answered all our questions.
Reviewed on Mar 24, 2026
CASUAL FUENTES
The room had a constant smell of sewage coming from the bathroom. Also this property is located in the middle of “casco antiguo” and it is very noisy. The good thing is that is walking distance to everything.
Reviewed on Mar 23, 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 Bay of Biscay.
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.
