Elexalde
Bilbao
Popular places to visit
Guggenheim Museum Bilbao
Investigate a vast collection of modern and contemporary art both inside and outside one of the most recognizable buildings in Bilbao.
San Mames Stadium
Join local soccer fans and shout your support for a well-known European team that calls this spectacular stadium its home.
Plaza Nueva
Feast on an appetizing variety of local gourmet dishes while marveling at the architectural splendor of this popular city plaza.
Plaza Moyua
Take time out in this attractive city plaza and contemplate the beauty and majesty of the architecture of the surrounding historical buildings.
Euskalduna Conference Centre and Concert Hall
Attend a conference, concert or dramatic performance, go on a guided tour and browse an eclectic collection of art at this riverside venue.
Ribera Market
Bring your shopping bags for three floors of market stalls at this centuries-old fresh produce market in the city’s historical quarter.
Things to do
San Sebastian & Biarritz full day tour
Bilbao: Gaztelugatxe, Bermeo, Mundaka and Gernika with Txakoli
The Basque Country Full-Day Tour
Bilbao: San Mamés Museum and Stadium Tour
Bilbao: Bilbao Cathedral and San Anton Church Entry Ticket
Walking Route San Juan De Gaztelugatze, Bermeo & Gernika
Top hotels in Elexalde
The Artist Grand Hotel of Art
Just what we wanted. Perfect location. Really helpful staff. Lovely artwork everywhere. Best breakfast I’ve had in Europe gir à long time.
Reviewed on 24 Jan, 2026
Hotel ILUNION San Mamés
Very nice hotel
Reviewed on 3 Feb, 2026
Axel Hotel Bilbao – Adults Only
Sandra was very helpful and kind. Unfortunately, there were no sanitary towels available in the hotel and the shops opened at 9 am.
Reviewed on 14 Feb, 2026
Holiday Inn Express Bilbao by IHG
Overall good - friendly staff.
Reviewed on 16 Feb, 2026
Occidental Bilbao
Great breakfast, comfortable beds, clean rooms.
Reviewed on 3 Nov, 2025
Hotel Sercotel Coliseo
Clean, reliable, unexceptional.
Reviewed on 17 Feb, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Elexalde
Santutxu
When in Santutxu and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Ribera Market or Plaza Miguel de Unamuno and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Basarrate Station or Santutxu Station.
Ibaiondo
If you're spending time in Ibaiondo, check out sights like Bizkaia Frontoia or Ribera Market and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Atxuri Tram Station or Ribera Tram Stop.
Casco Viejo
Museums, theatres and historical sites highlight some notable features of Casco Viejo. Make a stop by Plaza Nueva or Museum of Archaeology Bizkaya while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Casco Viejo Station or Arriga Tram Stop to get around town.
Bilbao la Vieja
While visiting Bilbao la Vieja, you might make a stop by sights like Bay of Biscay and San Anton Bridge.
Bilbao Old Town
Museums, shopping and theatres highlight some notable features of Bilbao Old Town. Make a stop by Plaza Nueva or Arriaga Theater while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Arriga Tram Stop or Casco Viejo Station to get around town.
Uribarri
While visiting Uribarri, you might make a stop by sights like Bilbao City Hall and Bay of Biscay.
