Location: Bilbao
Top Things to do in Bilbao
The 10 Best Food Tours in Bilbao, Basque Country
Travelers generally come to Bilbao to see the Guggenheim—some for the art inside, but many for the amazing building itself. The Fine Arts Museum and the Basque Museum may not have been designed by Frank Gehry, but are worth a visit, and you can catch international opera stars at the Palacio Euskalduna.
Restaurants in Bilbao
1. 3 Day Basque Country Private Tour
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 9 reviews
Explore this beautiful region in a friendly way and discover the Basque Country like a local. Tours are given by local licensed guides, visiting the main touristic places as well as off the track ones which only local people know.
Inclusions: Transport by private vehicle and driver, Private tour, Hotel pickup and drop-off, All taxes, fees and handling charges, Personal-private guide service, Any transport cost, Day 1 Lunch Included in San Sebastian
Exclusions: Food and drinks - except on the 1st day, Accommodation
Reviewed By schorschi21
Iker gave a virtual presentation via Internet of his Bilbao and Guggenheim Museum Private tour. It was very interesting to get to know this amazing city and Iker showed a lot of impressing photos so that everybody could perfectly imagine the tour. At the same time, he answered a lot of individual questions, showing a very good knowledge of art, the city's history, food etc. All in all, we got a vivid image of Bilbao and will book him as soon as we will be able to visit this city for real.
2. Bilbao and Guggenheim Museum Private tour
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 11 reviews
Visit all the must see sights of Bilbao, narrated by a Private Guide. With free pick up and drop off included, all you need to do is enjoy this private tour along the center of Bilbao City and the famous Guggenheim museum.
Inclusions: Fuel surcharge, Local guide, Professional guide, Driver/guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Private tour, Transport by private vehicle
Exclusions: Food and drinks
Reviewed By gerald s
Iker Bardaji Dominguez hosted San Sebastian Cooking Live Virtual Tour. He was fantastic!!! My 3 adult children and I learned how to make two pintxos and a fish course. We were watching, and cooking, from four different kitchens, so the logistics were complicated, but Iker was very patient and helpful. He made sure we all understood the steps in the preparation, and explained why things were done a certain way. All of the food was delicious! Equally important, our host provided fascinating information about Basque culture and cuisine. I highly recommend this tour.
3. 2 Basque Country Private Tours from San Sebastian
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 7 reviews
Discover the Basque Country like a local with a private guide. With the possibility of choosing from 3 amazing itineraries, this tour offers travelers a unique and personalized way to see the stunning cities of the Basque Country.
Inclusions: Local taxes, Driver/guide, Private tour, Transport by private vehicle, Parking Fees, Museum tickets
Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified
Reviewed By schorschi21
Iker gave a virtual presentation via Internet of his Bilbao and Guggenheim Museum Private tour. It was very interesting to get to know this amazing city and Iker showed a lot of impressing photos so that everybody could perfectly imagine the tour. At the same time, he answered a lot of individual questions, showing a very good knowledge of art, the city's history, food etc. All in all, we got a vivid image of Bilbao and will book him as soon as we will be able to visit this city for real.
4. Customised Basque Country and Rioja Private Tour
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5.0 based on 9 reviews
Taylor made tour to set your own route, this is a special and unique way to see the basque country with great value! Choose from one of the featured tours or let us know what, where, how and when would you like it, and we'll make your dreamed trip become true.
Inclusions: All activities, Driver/guide, Professional guide, Private tour, Transport by private vehicle, Fuel surcharge, Local taxes
Exclusions: Food and drinks
Reviewed By schorschi21
Iker gave a virtual presentation via Internet of his Bilbao and Guggenheim Museum Private tour. It was very interesting to get to know this amazing city and Iker showed a lot of impressing photos so that everybody could perfectly imagine the tour. At the same time, he answered a lot of individual questions, showing a very good knowledge of art, the city's history, food etc. All in all, we got a vivid image of Bilbao and will book him as soon as we will be able to visit this city for real.
5. The High End Food Tour Of Bilbao
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5.0 based on 25 reviews
If you are a foodie and want to discover why Bilbao has become the gastronomical reference of Northern Spain you must join this high end walking food tour of Bilbao. We have the highest quality food & drinks route you could possibly imagine! We are food passionates and know every single spot In Bilbao to taste the best Basque tapas, pintxos and miniature cuisine. Our speciality are "Wine Pairings" so get ready to taste red, white and sparkling wines, Basque craft beers and many other traditional local drinks. We will explain to you the roots of each dish and drink you try, its ingredients and how you could recreate it at home. You will learn a lot of interesting stories about Basque Country and we will show you the "essential local rules" to order the best food when you are on your own. You will experience it like Basque people: walking around town, sitting in terraces for a drink and hopping from bar to bar pairing local food with drinks.
Inclusions: English or Spanish speaking guide, A full meal based on the highest quality Basque tapas, pintxos and miniature cuisine plates, A wonderful selection of wines, Basque craft beers, ciders and other traditional local drinks
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Reviewed By Gia24
My husband and I visited Spain for 3.5 weeks in October 2019, and our day in Rioja with Northern Spain Gastronomy was the highlight. We were very impressed with the level of service we received from Irene, she was friendly, fun, knowledgeable and helpful...absolutely amazing! Irene was delight to deal with and assisted us coordinate everything several weeks leading up to our arrival in Bilbao. We worked together on the schedule and she made sure the whole day was personalized for us, making adjustments to better suit our interest and dietary requirements. Our tour started from Bilbao airport, Irene picked us up on time in her very confortable Range Rover Sport. We made our way to the Rioja region admiring the beautiful scenery over a quick historical introduction to the Basque country. We visited two wineries before lunch and a third in the afternoon followed by a stroll through the gorgeous medieval village of Laguardia and a couple of secret photo stops to admire some of the incredible architecture of the region, the buildings of Marques de Riscal and Ysios wineries. We enjoyed the premium tastings which were very organised and insightful. Overall it was a well-balanced mix of wineries, traditional and contemporary which made for a good introduction to Rioja wines. The traditional Riojano lunch was delicious, the food, wine and setting is something we still talk about five months later! Everything ran smoothly from start to finish and I would highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting the Rioja region. Thank you again Irene! We can't wait to return soon!!! ????????
6. Bilbao Gastronomic Experience
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
With this experience you will be able to know first-hand the Basque gastronomy knowing our style and the fresh products in the Mercado de la Ribera and the gastronomic options that can be found in our city from Michelin star restaurants, author, international, gastronomic workshops and the best known pintxos routes. The duration is two hours and includes a snack of 2 pintxos (Basque tapas) and 1 pot (drink). This experience will help you choose gastronomic options in BILBAO: menus, gastronomic workshops or pintxos routes (Basque tapas).
Inclusions: The consumption of 2 pintxos (Basque tapas) and 1 drink.
Exclusions: Lunch, Dinner
Reviewed By Íñigo J
Fantastic walking tour by a new friend for me, Beatrice guide. Amazing City and I love its basque gastronomy. I LOVE "PINTXO-POTE" routes.
7. CERTAL SETS TOURS: BILBAO Culture-Gastronomy-Shopping "Vip Experience (6 hours)
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5.0 based on 3 reviews
Guided Tour: 2 hours + Walk or Gastronomic Workshop 2 hours and we make a difference with a 2-hour SHOPPING ROUTE also leaving BILBAO rendered at your feet never better. Includes a pintxo-pot appetizer (1 Basque cap + 1 drink)
Inclusions: 1 PINTXO - POTE (1 Basque cover - drink)
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Reviewed By Íñigo J
Fantastic walking tour by a new friend for me, Beatrice guide. Amazing City and I love its basque gastronomy. I LOVE "PINTXO-POTE" routes.
8. Txakoli wine house visit with tastings in small group tour
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Txakoli is a white wine made from local green grapes that has been produced in the Basque Country long before the 16th century. The land surrounding Bilbao and the coastal areas nearby provides its name to the Denomination of Origin “Txakoli from Bizkaia”. Visit the Txakoli Museum in Bakio to learn about the history and tradition of the unique "Hondarrabi Zuri" grapes and more. Then, discover every secret of this characteristic wine in a txakolindegi (txakoli house, in Basque language) from head to tail: harvesting, production, and more! Finally, enjoy a variety of txakoli tastings along with local food that comprises typical products from the Cantabric sea. Live a unique experience with us!
Inclusions: local appetizers, Txakoli wine tasting, Air-conditioned vehicle, Txakoli house entrance ticket
Exclusions: Lunch
Reviewed By SandraSM09
This day tour allowed us to see the most of San Sebastian and Basque Coast in one day. There were a lot of incredible sights. We had only one day to visit the Basque Country and we were really satisfied with this tour. Our tour guide Josu really helped us make the most of it. The food was really good with lot of pintxos options to choose and different wines to pair with the food. I would highly recommend txakoli local wine. It was greatt day with a great guide.
9. The Premier Bilbao Food & Wine Walking Tour
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5.0 based on 116 reviews
Come discover a beautiful city and the amazing Basque cuisine on our 3-hour ‘pintxos’ (Basque tapas) tour of Bilbao. Experience the 700 year old streets of the Old Town with a professional local guide who is an expert in the Bilbao culinary scene. We will visit 5 bars and sample pintxo styles ranging from traditional to modern. Your guide will pair each tasting with an excellent wine that compliments the pintxo. Wines that we recommend include red wine from La Rioja, Txakoli (a lightly sparkling white wine from the Basque Coast), and more!
Inclusions: Local English-speaking guide from Bilbao., 1-2 pintxos at 5 different bars., 5 drinks (options include red wine, white wine, beer, water, and cider), Alcoholic Beverages
Exclusions: Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop-off
Reviewed By Tedoi
I did the 4 day tour - first rate stuff. Zach and Irene were tremendous and super- friendly. I was picked up at my hotel daily and driven round the Basque country in great style. Whilst I was expecting Guernica/Gernika to be special, ( which it was) there were a few other gems which I wouldn't have found on my own, the fishing town of Bermeo the salt mine and the sheep farm to name but 3 unexpected high-lights. They gave good recommendations on restaurants, and the few I tried did not disappoint. Highly recommended.
10. Pintxo and Tapas tour with local Food Expert
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4.9 based on 10 reviews
The only Food and photography expert-led PINTXO TOUR in Bilbao. Join me for a walking, photographing, eating & drinking experience you'll never forget! We'll visit 5 different bars for a glass & a pintxo (sophisticated Basque tapa) at each one. It's a full meal & exactly what the locals like to do. You'll BE A LOCAL with me! Along the route, I'll show you the sites & tell you about the history & culture of the Basque Country, we will visit the RIBERA MARKET but my focus is definitely on FOOD & DRINK. My route & the menu changes daily, but we'll do a mix from the traditional to the modern. Expect to eat anchovies, octopus, bacalao in pil-pil sauce, squid, foie gras, local cheese... and ending of course, with a traditional dessert. Thirsty? I'm great at pairing the perfect pour with the perfect plate, from local ciders to white wine (txakoli), young & aged Tempranillo from La Rioja, beer & beyond maybe we'll dip into some vermouth too? Or want to try our local drink Kalimotxo?
Inclusions: 5 pre-selected pintxos (the most sophisticated tapas) and drinks in different bars that represent the very best gastronomy of Bilbao.
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Reviewed By diegohwang
We had the great pleasure of meeting Oihana in front of the Guggenheim museum where we began our journey. Since we had already done similar food tours before Oihana, we made it hard for her to come up with new destinations to surprise us with while in Bilbao. Fortunately, Bilbao is filled with great food options and Oihana made sure of that. Thank you for an incredible food experience !
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