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Home/Destinations/Bilbao/Bilbao in 3 days
3 days · Bilbao itinerary

Bilbao in 3 Days: The Complete Itinerary

Three days based in Bilbao lets you explore the Basque Country. Here is how to spend three perfect days in Bilbao — with the best-rated tours and day trips to book for each.

At a glance

  1. 1Day 1: Guggenheim & pintxos
  2. 2Day 2: San Sebastián
  3. 3Day 3: Gaztelugatxe or Rioja
  4. 4Coast & wine

Day 1: the city

Explore the Guggenheim, Casco Viejo and a pintxos tour.

Day 2: San Sebastián

Day trip to La Concha beach and the old town.

Day 3: Gaztelugatxe or Rioja

Visit the dramatic island or the wine country.

Book the experiences in this itinerary

Top-rated tours for exactly what this plan recommends in Bilbao — prices per person.

Private French Basque Country Food Tour from San Sebastian
San Sebastian
Private French Basque Country Food Tour from San Sebastian
5.0(45)·9 hours
from$548/ person
via Viator
PRIVATE San Sebastian and Basque Coast Tour from Bilbao
Bilbao
PRIVATE San Sebastian and Basque Coast Tour from Bilbao
5.0(110)·7–8 hours
from$343/ person
via Viator
Hike Gaztelugatxe, Fishing Port Bermeo & Pintxo Lunch from Bilbao
Bilbao
Hike Gaztelugatxe, Fishing Port Bermeo & Pintxo Lunch from Bilbao
5.0(66)·4–5 hours
from$154/ person
via Viator
Private Day in Rioja from San Sebastian
San Sebastian
Private Day in Rioja from San Sebastian
5.0(90)·9 hours
from$579/ person
via Viator
San Sebastián Private Food-Historical tour & meal at a Gastronomy Club
San Sebastian
San Sebastián Private Food-Historical tour & meal at a Gastronomy Club
5.0(41)·4 hours
from$309/ person
via Viator
Taste the best pintxos of San Sebastian and make an impact
San Sebastian
Taste the best pintxos of San Sebastian and make an impact
5.0(104)·3 hours
from$200/ person
via Viator
Small Group Guided Half Day Tour Visit to San Juan Gaztelugatxe
Bilbao
Small Group Guided Half Day Tour Visit to San Juan Gaztelugatxe
5.0(32)·3h 30min
from$80/ person
via Viator
Rioja Wineries and Laguardia Tour with Picnic from San Sebastian
San Sebastian
Rioja Wineries and Laguardia Tour with Picnic from San Sebastian
5.0(79)·8–9 hours
from$532/ person
via Viator

Bilbao in 3 days — FAQ

Is 3 days enough to see Bilbao and the Basque Country?
Three days is ideal — the city on day one, San Sebastián on day two, and Gaztelugatxe or the Rioja wine region on day three, using Bilbao as a base for the Basque Country.
What is the best day trip from Bilbao for 3 days?
San Sebastián is the most beautiful seaside city, Gaztelugatxe the most dramatic coast, and Rioja the best for wine; all are superb from Bilbao.
How do I plan a 3-day Bilbao itinerary?
Spend day one in the city, day two in San Sebastián, and day three at Gaztelugatxe or in Rioja, booking the day trips ahead in summer.

Explore more in Bilbao

Guggenheim MuseumCasco ViejoPintxos & WineGaztelugatxeSan SebastiánDay Trips