Bilbao Old Town District & Pintxos Tour

The Land of the Basques project aims to present Bilbao Old Town District (Casco Viejo) to the travelers visiting the city, in an unique and exclusive way, making you feel like a true “bilbaino”.

A walk around the old town with its local atmosphere, accompanied with history and traditions, there will be stops to enjoy some pintxos, small bites of amazing creative dishes. Learn why and how the locals live out this tradition, hopefully will fall in love with our “Botxo” the way the locals typically do it .

We will walk through the most significant places and charming streets of the Bilbao’s Old town, known as ” el Casco Viejo/7 Calles”, taking in the traditional architecture and atmosphere: narrow streets, many shops, bars, restaurants and lots of life.

As well as seeing the most important buildings such as the Cathedral of Santiago or the local market, the Mercado de la Ribera, we will introduce you to the origins of Bilbao as a port. Learn about the maritime trade with Flanders, the great industrialization, and about the importance of the river Nervión in the development of the city.

For pintxos time we’ll take you to our selection of bars, away from tourist traps, to discover the meaning of this tradition means while you enjoying the fantastic gastronomy of the city.

Experience the best tours in the Basque Country and let our guide help you find the most amazing restaurants, walking routes, sights by day & night, food and many other things. Visit the Guggenheim and try a Bilbao food tour when you travel here.