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Bilbao
Most Popular Hotels in Bilbao:
Arritugane, 48100
Alameda De Mazarredo, 61, 48009
Alameda Mazarredo, 77, 48009
Carretera De La Avanzada 2-4, 48150
The Great Biscay Transporter Bridge
The marvellous bridge of Puente Vizcaya spans the Nervión River from Getxo just to the north of Bilbao over to Portugalete on the west. More than 100 years old (it was built in 1893), it is 160m (524ft) long and 50m (164ft) tall and affords a superb view of the Bilbao Estuary and the Abra Bay. It transports cars and pedestrians across the river in a hanging gondola. It's also possible to take the lift up to the upper footbridge, from where excellent panoramic views can be enjoyed.
Getxo
Tel: (94) 480 1012 or 463 8854.
Website: www.puente-colgante.com
The Museum of Basque Archaeology, Ethnography and History
This museum is well worth a visit. It features exhibits from the Basque region's prehistory, archaeology, ethnography and history. The permanent collection allows visitors to explore topics such as prehistorical Vizcaya, the maritime world in the region, fishing and trade, pastoral life, handicraft textiles, pottery, weapons and furniture. Closed Monday.
Plaza Miguel de Unamuno 4
Tel: (94) 415 5423.
Website: www.euskal-museoa.org
Tours of Bilbao
Bilbao City Hop-on Hop-off Tour - Starting from £13.14 per person
San Sebastian and Biarritz - Starting from £68.15 per person
San Sebastian Hop-on Hop-off Tour - Starting from £13.14 per person
Vitoria and the Rioja Wine Region - Starting from £68.15 per person
Independent Wine Tasting in La Rioja - Starting from £57.93 per person
Most Popular Hotels in Bilbao:
Arritugane, 48100
Alameda De Mazarredo, 61, 48009
Alameda Mazarredo, 77, 48009
Carretera De La Avanzada 2-4, 48150
The Great Biscay Transporter Bridge
The marvellous bridge of Puente Vizcaya spans the Nervión River from Getxo just to the north of Bilbao over to Portugalete on the west. More than 100 years old (it was built in 1893), it is 160m (524ft) long and 50m (164ft) tall and affords a superb view of the Bilbao Estuary and the Abra Bay. It transports cars and pedestrians across the river in a hanging gondola. It's also possible to take the lift up to the upper footbridge, from where excellent panoramic views can be enjoyed.
Getxo
Tel: (94) 480 1012 or 463 8854.
Website: www.puente-colgante.com
The Museum of Basque Archaeology, Ethnography and History
This museum is well worth a visit. It features exhibits from the Basque region's prehistory, archaeology, ethnography and history. The permanent collection allows visitors to explore topics such as prehistorical Vizcaya, the maritime world in the region, fishing and trade, pastoral life, handicraft textiles, pottery, weapons and furniture. Closed Monday.
Plaza Miguel de Unamuno 4
Tel: (94) 415 5423.
Website: www.euskal-museoa.org
The marvellous bridge of Puente Vizcaya spans the Nervión River from Getxo just to the north of Bilbao over to Portugalete on the west. More than 100 years old (it was built in 1893), it is 160m (524ft) long and 50m (164ft) tall and affords a superb view of the Bilbao Estuary and the Abra Bay. It transports cars and pedestrians across the river in a hanging gondola. It's also possible to take the lift up to the upper footbridge, from where excellent panoramic views can be enjoyed.
Getxo
Tel: (94) 480 1012 or 463 8854.
Website: www.puente-colgante.com
The Museum of Basque Archaeology, Ethnography and History
This museum is well worth a visit. It features exhibits from the Basque region's prehistory, archaeology, ethnography and history. The permanent collection allows visitors to explore topics such as prehistorical Vizcaya, the maritime world in the region, fishing and trade, pastoral life, handicraft textiles, pottery, weapons and furniture. Closed Monday.
Plaza Miguel de Unamuno 4
Tel: (94) 415 5423.
Website: www.euskal-museoa.org
Tours of Bilbao
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