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Guggenheim Museum
Bilbao
I have to admit that my relationship with the Guggenheim was love at first sight. When I saw it on TV I thought it was too modern, too unreal, too…I always found something wrong with it, but now I can only say that it is an authentic
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Gaztelugatxe
Bermeo
It’s a beautiful journey to do by foot from the restaurant Eneperi to San Juan de Gaztelugatxe. You will find, at the right side of the restaurant a path that says “San Juan” that will take you to the chapel.
There is also a paved
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Old Town Bilbao (Casco Viejo)
Bilbao
I don’t pretend to give a lecture in history nor politics; instead I want to prove the greatness of Biscay and its people, who irradiate sympathy, kindness and hospitability, with these pictures.
I was lucky enough to visit Bilbao
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Oma Forest
Kortezubi
We were looking for a way to spend the morning and we thought of going to the Forest of Oma, or the Painted Forest.
The entire route is about 8 kilometers long and is perfectly signaled. Inside the woods we found 47 figures and 47
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The Vizcaya Bridge
Getxo
In Getxo there's an old bridge that once served as transport to cross the river, today the bridge is still running for traffic. The bridge has two ways to cross, the first is through its mobile platform at the bottom, which makes
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Playa de Sopelana
Sopelana
When night falls and the beach gets quiet, there is no better place to relax and unwind than Uribe Kosta beach, where surfers congregate to navigate between the waves. At low tide it exposes all of its rocks and boulders, especially
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Alhóndiga Bilbao
Bilbao
The Corn Exchange. Impressive Arriquibar building in Plaza de Bilbao. It was previously used as a place to distribute wine, but today it's a cultural center for different activities such as library, study rooms, auditorium, swimming
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Estuary of Bilbao
Bilbao
I spent this easter in Bilbao. I was surprised by how nice it is, how clean everything is and its people that are so friendly and nice. I spent a few days, its estuary, museums and of course the athletic football club.. what a
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Mundaka
Mundaka
Mundaka is the paradise of surfing in Spain, with the best waves for those who love this sport.
It is also a beautiful and calm town, one of those villages of the Basque Country that is worth visiting for their beauty. The
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Zubizuri Bridge
Bilbao
I love this different angle. At night, by day, from the side, from the other side, it's a perfect place to find a different picture so I can remember that trip. It's taken next to the "Gugen" museum, with the Isozaki towers in front.
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San Juan de Gaztelugatxe
Bermeo
It's not hard to climb to the top, because there is not too much stairs so, recommended to anyone.
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Restaurants in Vizcaya
Restaurants in Vizcaya
Where to eat during your
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Café Iruña
Bilbao
There is nothing like having a good host when you go to a city like Bilbao. My friend Mertxe took me to eat tapas and to enjoy the great atmosphere of this city’s classic.
When I got to Bilbao I didn’t have time to unpack and went
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Eneperi Restaurant
Bakio
It is a spectacular place to celebrate a special occasion, like in my case, both for the food and for the place, since it’s a walk from San Juan Gastelugatxe.
The relationship quality-quantity is unbeatable.
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Sorginzulo
Bilbao
On Monday May 16, 2011, 4 people left shocked , to go get a plate of snacks to bring to the group, but the people were so rude and loud and yelled "DO NOT TOUCH THE DISHES EH "two times, there was no sign indicating this
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Asador Lezika Restaurant
Kortezubi
II received quite a gift from my friends after visiting the Forest of Oma and the incredible route we did along the town and valley of the same name.
The Lezika is what you expect to visit when you are in the Basque Country, a
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Bar Eme
Bilbao
Whoever goes there to try the sandwiches goes back. I don’t know what these sandwiches have but they conquer everybody. The average price per sandwich is 2,50 €.
Aside from the sandwiches, they also have a menu, even though
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Restaurante Abaroa
Bilbao
The Abaroa Restaurant has two establishments in Bilbao: in the Plaza del Museo number 3 and in Campo Volantín number 13; they have another one in Las Arenas and another one in Castrourdiales.
It specializes in Basque cuisine and it
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Bistró Guggenheim Bilbao
Bilbao
Like its name indicates, the Guggenheim Restaurant is located inside the museum, which is a guarantee of quality.
It is a restaurant with creative cuisine but with a very traditional base, that is, the ingredients are easily
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La Mary
Bilbao
We were looking for a restaurant downtown where we could eat something good and cheap, and we found this place. There's a menu with several dishes to choose from for around 10 € per person. At noon there were people waiting at the
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Bar Galea
Getxo
In the center of Las Arenas, between the Plaza subway and the Hanging Bridge you will find the Bar Galea. It is pleasant and friendly and attracts people of all ages. This spectacular bar's secret is top quality products and careful
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Lumentza
Lekeitio
Without a doubt, pintxos are one of the most typical delicacies of Euskal Herria. They come in all shapes, flavors and colors, there are practically no rules in their making.
In Lekeitio, a small town in Biscay, one of the best
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Bistrot À Table
Bilbao
Dos de Mayo Street, Bilbao’s most cosmopolitan street, is the focus of the most avant-garde and alternative shops in the city, and precisely here we find Bistrot À Table.
Bistrot À Table is a cozy and romantic corner ideal for
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Yandiola
Bilbao
The Alhondiga of Bilbao is itself is worth a visit. A renovated building that is 100 years old and was once a wine store. Inside is the restaurant Yandiola, which is based on Bilbao cuisine and uses local produce - it is stylish and
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Gran Hotel Domine Bilbao
Bilbao
This hotel has become Bilbao’s best and not only for the number of stars it has. The Silken chain really worked on this building, that expresses the most modern and contemporary elements, with unique details that make it really
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Sercotel Hotel Gran Bilbao
Bilbao
The hotel is just five minutes from the old town and well connected, although I think that it's a little on the edge, because it's worth its 4 stars as it shows the great quality they offer in their services. The rooms have WIFI,
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URH Palacio de Oriol hotel
Santurtzi
It is worth going to the center of Santurtzi to enjoy the beautiful views of the Abra Bay, especially from the Palacio de Oriol, an elegant and famous building that evokes an era where the Bay of Biscay became an exclusive summer
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Palacio Urgoiti hotel
Mungia
In privileged surroundings, in the middle of nature and very closet o Bilbao, you will find this hotel. It is a place with an intense and accidental history, passionately narrated to us by Vicky Urretxa. If you have the chance ask her
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Barceló Bilbao Nervión hotel
Bilbao
We booked into this hotel nearly a month ago, and liked it. There were several good things: the room was spacious, with good views. Breakfast was one of the best we've ever had. There were plenty of options, and someone was always on
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Relais du Silence Hotel & Spa Etxegana
Zeanuri
We arrived to the Etxegana Hotel and the first thing that surprised us was the majesty of the building. The brick and wood warmly welcomed us, together with the kind staff.
Once inside the building we were seduced by the details:
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Silken Indautxu hotel
Bilbao
Whenever I go to Bilbao for work, I stay at the Hotel Ibis Bilbao, which has a good location and a metro station near the hotel. On Sundays, I usual opt to dine in the hotel, at the Etxaniz restaurant, and it never disappoints. The
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Hotel Conde Duque Bilbao
Bilbao
Good hotel. Comfortable and well-located, five minutes walk from the Guggenheim, and 10 minutes from the old town. They have a restaurant and cafe, and the rooms feature all the comforts you'd expect; my bathroom was very big.
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Suitebilbao hotel
Bilbao
The super nice apartment had everything. There were four of us and it was ended up pretty cheap at 23 euros a day. It was next to the metro and Bilbao's Old Town pintxos made you want to stay and live there. The girl who brought our
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Hotel Bilbi
Bilbao
I loved the Bilbi Hotel. A friend of mine recommended it to me and I’m glad she did.
It is a simple and well located hotel. It is close to everything (you can walk to almost anywhere from there). I had read that the neighborhood
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Hesperia Bilbao hotel
Bilbao
This is a good hotel with an excellent location. It's next to the river and from the window of our room, we could see the Guggenheim. Our room was nice, spacious and comfortable. The service was generally good, but a bit stiff, which
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Mercure Bilbao Jardines De Albia hotel
Bilbao
A great, central hotel. If you stay in it, you'll have no need for the car. It's a 5 minute walk from the Guggenheim. 2 minutes from Ledesma Street, where there are plenty of tapas bars and Abando Metro Station, which takes all over.
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