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A walk through the old town of Bilbao
June 29 2022
The charm of Bilbao's Casco Viejo goes far beyond what appears in tourist guides. In fact, this ancient historic center constitutes, together with the San Mamés stadium and the Guggenheim Museum, one of the main attractions of this city.
One of the best cuisines in Spain, more than 700 years of history, seven streets full of personality... Bilbao's old town is full of perfect corners to enjoy the pleasures of life. And all of them are in this article that we have prepared from our San Mames hotel in Bilbao! Can you come with us?
Enjoy the Old Town of Bilbao with all 5 senses
What are the most typical of Bilbao's old town?
I. The Cathedral of Santiago: the main religious temple of Bilbao is a fabulous neo-gothic church from the s. XIX. The rose window on its façade, the stained-glass windows, and the cloister are its most notable points.
II.The Arriaga Theater: is another of the most iconic monuments in the Old Town of Bilbao. It is a neo-baroque building that stands out for the unusual curvature of its facade.
III.The church of San Antón: it is a gothic temple from the s. XV, whose importance has led him to be present in the very shield of Bilbao. Its Renaissance portico and sculptures outside are its main attractions.
IV.The Plaza Nueva: is the nerve center of the capital and will captivate you with its vibrant activity. Especially recommendable is the antique market that is installed there on Sundays.
V.Mercado de la Ribera: located right next to the estuary, this is the largest covered market in the entire continent and one of the most famous in Spain.
A different way to visit the old town of Bilbao
● A house as old as the old town of Bilbao: this house from the year 1300 has seen the birth of the historic center of Bilbao. You will find it in C/ Jardines (corner with Bidebarrieta).
● Try their delicious pintxos : some of the best are the crab au gratin at El Globo (Diputación, 8) or the txori al inferno at Bacaicoa (Miguel de Unamuno, 2). For their part, those with a sweet tooth will be amazed by the carolinas and the Bilbao tiles.
● The Ribera arches: Have you ever seen a museum on the roof of a portico? That is precisely what you will find here.
● Bilborock: it is a church of the s. XVII, converted into a concert hall with amazing acoustics. It serves as the venue for all kinds of cultural events, the most important of which is the Villa de Bilbao .
● A different tour of the Ría: navigating its waters in a canoe or floating bicycle is a fun and original way of walking around Bilbao that you cannot miss.
When it comes to intensely experiencing all that the Old Town of Bilbao has to offer, our ILUNION San Mamés hotel is your best option. Here you will find various services such as Wi-Fi internet, parking, meeting room, buffet-style breakfast and much more.
Not in vain, our privileged location will come in handy to comfortably explore the heart of this emblematic capital.
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One of the best cuisines in Spain, more than 700 years of history, seven streets full of personality... Bilbao's old town is full of perfect corners to enjoy the pleasures of life. And all of them are in this article that we have prepared from our San Mames hotel in Bilbao! Can you come with us?
Enjoy the Old Town of Bilbao with all 5 senses
What are the most typical of Bilbao's old town?
I. The Cathedral of Santiago: the main religious temple of Bilbao is a fabulous neo-gothic church from the s. XIX. The rose window on its façade, the stained-glass windows, and the cloister are its most notable points.
II.The Arriaga Theater: is another of the most iconic monuments in the Old Town of Bilbao. It is a neo-baroque building that stands out for the unusual curvature of its facade.
III.The church of San Antón: it is a gothic temple from the s. XV, whose importance has led him to be present in the very shield of Bilbao. Its Renaissance portico and sculptures outside are its main attractions.
IV.The Plaza Nueva: is the nerve center of the capital and will captivate you with its vibrant activity. Especially recommendable is the antique market that is installed there on Sundays.
V.Mercado de la Ribera: located right next to the estuary, this is the largest covered market in the entire continent and one of the most famous in Spain.
A different way to visit the old town of Bilbao
● A house as old as the old town of Bilbao: this house from the year 1300 has seen the birth of the historic center of Bilbao. You will find it in C/ Jardines (corner with Bidebarrieta).
● Try their delicious pintxos : some of the best are the crab au gratin at El Globo (Diputación, 8) or the txori al inferno at Bacaicoa (Miguel de Unamuno, 2). For their part, those with a sweet tooth will be amazed by the carolinas and the Bilbao tiles.
● The Ribera arches: Have you ever seen a museum on the roof of a portico? That is precisely what you will find here.
● Bilborock: it is a church of the s. XVII, converted into a concert hall with amazing acoustics. It serves as the venue for all kinds of cultural events, the most important of which is the Villa de Bilbao .
● A different tour of the Ría: navigating its waters in a canoe or floating bicycle is a fun and original way of walking around Bilbao that you cannot miss.
When it comes to intensely experiencing all that the Old Town of Bilbao has to offer, our ILUNION San Mamés hotel is your best option. Here you will find various services such as Wi-Fi internet, parking, meeting room, buffet-style breakfast and much more.
Not in vain, our privileged location will come in handy to comfortably explore the heart of this emblematic capital.