Bilbao itinerary

1 day in Bilbao

One day in Bilbao is enough for its centre and one real meal — here's how to spend it, plus what's genuinely on while you're there.

Your one day in Bilbao

With a single day, pick two or three things and do them properly rather than rushing between stops — and build the day around where you're staying to save the travel time.

There are 7 events on in Bilbao in the listings below — worth checking before you fix the evening.

What's on during your visit

August 2026

A street or seasonal festival.

Aste Nagusia (Semana Grande) 2026

שבת, 22 באוג׳Festivals

October 2026

God Save The Queen event poster

God Save The Queen

Sala Santana 27יום ו׳, 9 באוק׳Music

🎟️ החל מ-‏46 ‏€

Concierto Leoni Torres- Gracias por tanto 2026 event poster

Concierto Leoni Torres- Gracias por tanto 2026

Sala Santana 27יום א׳, 11 באוק׳Music

🎟️ החל מ-‏49 ‏€

La Cena Criminal event poster

La Cena Criminal

La Riberaיום ו׳, 23 באוק׳Culture & Art

🎟️ החל מ-‏90 ‏€

Festival vallenato - Binomio de Oro event poster

Festival vallenato - Binomio de Oro

Sala Santana 27יום ו׳, 23 באוק׳Festivals

🎟️ החל מ-‏52 ‏€

December 2026

A live music performance.

Sergio Dalma - Tour Ritorno a Via Dalma

Bilbao Arena Miribillaשבת, 12 בדצמ׳Music

🎟️ החל מ-‏55 ‏€

Christmas Concert at Bizkaia Arena event poster

Christmas Concert at Bizkaia Arena

שבת, 26 בדצמ׳Music

FAQ

Is 1 day enough for Bilbao?
A single day covers Bilbao's walkable centre comfortably; add a second day if you also want a day trip or a slower pace.
What's the best way to get around Bilbao in 1 day?
Stick to walking and local transport for the centre; for anywhere further out, check Bilbao's local transport options before you go.