{"id":144379,"date":"2025-02-19T18:49:11","date_gmt":"2025-02-19T17:49:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/the-13-most-beautiful-villages-near-bilbao\/"},"modified":"2025-03-19T10:11:31","modified_gmt":"2025-03-19T09:11:31","slug":"the-13-most-beautiful-villages-near-bilbao","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/bizkaia\/what-to-see-in-bizkaia\/the-13-most-beautiful-villages-near-bilbao\/","title":{"rendered":"The 13 most beautiful villages near Bilbao."},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_83 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a24d7c611faa\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" 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href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/bizkaia\/what-to-see-in-bizkaia\/the-13-most-beautiful-villages-near-bilbao\/#Discover_the_most_beautiful_villages_near_Bilbao_with_our_excursions_and_guided_tours\" >Discover the most beautiful villages near Bilbao with our excursions and guided tours.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/bizkaia\/what-to-see-in-bizkaia\/the-13-most-beautiful-villages-near-bilbao\/#Information_about_towns_near_Bilbao\" >Information about towns near Bilbao.<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/bizkaia\/what-to-see-in-bizkaia\/the-13-most-beautiful-villages-near-bilbao\/#Balmaseda\" >Balmaseda.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/bizkaia\/what-to-see-in-bizkaia\/the-13-most-beautiful-villages-near-bilbao\/#Elantxobe\" >Elantxobe.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/bizkaia\/what-to-see-in-bizkaia\/the-13-most-beautiful-villages-near-bilbao\/#Markina_Xemein\" >Markina Xemein.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/bizkaia\/what-to-see-in-bizkaia\/the-13-most-beautiful-villages-near-bilbao\/#Lekeitio\" >Lekeitio.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/bizkaia\/what-to-see-in-bizkaia\/the-13-most-beautiful-villages-near-bilbao\/#Orduna\" >Ordu\u00f1a.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/bizkaia\/what-to-see-in-bizkaia\/the-13-most-beautiful-villages-near-bilbao\/#Bermeo\" >Bermeo.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/bizkaia\/what-to-see-in-bizkaia\/the-13-most-beautiful-villages-near-bilbao\/#Getxo\" >Getxo.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/bizkaia\/what-to-see-in-bizkaia\/the-13-most-beautiful-villages-near-bilbao\/#Mundaka\" >Mundaka.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/bizkaia\/what-to-see-in-bizkaia\/the-13-most-beautiful-villages-near-bilbao\/#La_Arboleda\" >La Arboleda.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/bizkaia\/what-to-see-in-bizkaia\/the-13-most-beautiful-villages-near-bilbao\/#Ea\" >Ea.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/bizkaia\/what-to-see-in-bizkaia\/the-13-most-beautiful-villages-near-bilbao\/#Durango\" >Durango.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/bizkaia\/what-to-see-in-bizkaia\/the-13-most-beautiful-villages-near-bilbao\/#Plentzia\" >Plentzia.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/bizkaia\/what-to-see-in-bizkaia\/the-13-most-beautiful-villages-near-bilbao\/#Ondarroa\" >Ondarroa.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/bizkaia\/what-to-see-in-bizkaia\/the-13-most-beautiful-villages-near-bilbao\/#Other_towns_we_recommend\" >Other towns we recommend.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/bizkaia\/what-to-see-in-bizkaia\/the-13-most-beautiful-villages-near-bilbao\/#Video\" >Video.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/bizkaia\/what-to-see-in-bizkaia\/the-13-most-beautiful-villages-near-bilbao\/#Excursion_to_the_villages_near_Bilbao\" >Excursion to the villages near Bilbao.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/bizkaia\/what-to-see-in-bizkaia\/the-13-most-beautiful-villages-near-bilbao\/#Guided_tours\" >Guided tours.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/bizkaia\/what-to-see-in-bizkaia\/the-13-most-beautiful-villages-near-bilbao\/#Frequently_asked_questions_and_tips\" >Frequently asked questions and tips.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Discover_the_most_beautiful_villages_near_Bilbao_with_our_excursions_and_guided_tours\"><\/span><strong>Discover the most beautiful villages near Bilbao with our excursions and guided tours.<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>The <strong>towns near Bilbao <\/strong>offer us a good number of places to see and enjoy. We must remember that Bilbao, capital of Bizkaia, is one of the most visited urban centers of Euskadi. A town, which today represents the gateway to all the towns that we are going to mention. Although in this <strong>list of towns near Bilbao<\/strong> we find inland and coastal areas, they all share the same characteristic, they all have a special charm. Today we present to you what we consider to be the most beautiful villages near Bilbao, the same ones we visit during our excursions and guided tours.      <strong>Would you like to visit the most beautiful villages near Bilbao with us?  <\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-29871\" src=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/elantxobe-uno-de-los-pueblos-m%C3%A1s-bonitos-de-Urdaibai-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"elantxobe, one of the most beautiful villages of Urdaibai\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\"\/><\/p>\n<div class=\"box info  \"><div class=\"box-inner-block\"><i class=\"fa tie-shortcode-boxicon\"><\/i>\n            <\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Information_about_towns_near_Bilbao\"><\/span><strong>Information about towns near Bilbao<\/strong>.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Quotations and reservations<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/contact\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Here<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Duration<\/strong>: Several days.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Attractions<\/strong>: Nature, culture and history.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Activities<\/strong>: Boat trips, guided tours, hiking trails, excursions and much more.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\n            <\/div><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Balmaseda\"><\/span><strong>Balmaseda.<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"clear\"><\/div><div style=\"margin-top:20px; margin-bottom:20px;\" class=\"divider divider-solid\"><\/div>\n<p>This town located on the border with Castilla y Le\u00f3n, in the interior of the province of Bizkaia, is located about 30 minutes from the capital of Bizkaia. Among its most important attractions are its medieval bridge, its historic center and the <a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/bizkaia\/what-to-see-in-bizkaia\/boinas-la-encartada-the-textile-factory-converted-into-a-museum\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Museum of berets the Encartada<\/a>. <\/p>\n<div class=\"box info  \"><div class=\"box-inner-block\"><i class=\"fa tie-shortcode-boxicon\"><\/i>\n            <\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Guided tours for groups<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/contact\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Here<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>More information<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/bizkaia\/what-to-see-in-bizkaia\/balmaseda-what-to-see-and-do\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Balmaseda<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Distance from Bilbao<\/strong>: 32 km.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Duration from Bilbao<\/strong>: 30 minutes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\n            <\/div><\/div>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-112462\" src=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/rio-kadagua-en-balmaseda-visitas-guiadas-en-Balmaseda.jpg\" alt=\"kadagua river in balmaseda, guided tours in Balmaseda, guided tours in Balmaseda\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/rio-kadagua-en-balmaseda-visitas-guiadas-en-Balmaseda.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/rio-kadagua-en-balmaseda-visitas-guiadas-en-Balmaseda-980x735.jpg 980w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/rio-kadagua-en-balmaseda-visitas-guiadas-en-Balmaseda-480x360.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1024px, 100vw\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Elantxobe\"><\/span><strong>Elantxobe.<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"clear\"><\/div><div style=\"margin-top:20px; margin-bottom:20px;\" class=\"divider divider-solid\"><\/div>\n<p>This is undoubtedly one of the most particular urban centers of the towns that we recommend to visit in the vicinity of Bilbao. A fishing village, which is located literally on the cliffs of <a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/bizkaia\/what-to-see-in-bizkaia\/urdaibai-what-to-see-and-do\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Urdaibai<\/a><strong>.<\/strong> Its narrow streets and its port create an idyllic destination to enjoy the sea. We must remember that Elantxobe is located next to the <a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/bizkaia\/what-to-see-in-bizkaia\/route-through-ogono-in-search-of-the-best-views-of-the-bay-of-biscay\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">cape of Ogo\u00f1o<\/a>, a great mass of stone that offers stunning views of the Basque coast.  <\/p>\n<div class=\"box info  \"><div class=\"box-inner-block\"><i class=\"fa tie-shortcode-boxicon\"><\/i>\n            <\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Guided tours for groups<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/contact\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Here<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>More information<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/bizkaia\/what-to-see-in-bizkaia\/elantxobe-what-to-see-and-what-to-do\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Elantxobe<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Distance from Bilbao<\/strong>: 49 km<\/li>\n<li><strong>Duration from Bilbao<\/strong>: 50 minutes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\n            <\/div><\/div>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-22534\" src=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/ruta-en-barco-a-elantxobe-velero-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"boat route to elantxobe, sailing boat\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/ruta-en-barco-a-elantxobe-velero.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/ruta-en-barco-a-elantxobe-velero-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/ruta-en-barco-a-elantxobe-velero-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Markina_Xemein\"><\/span><strong>Markina Xemein.<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"clear\"><\/div><div style=\"margin-top:20px; margin-bottom:20px;\" class=\"divider divider-solid\"><\/div>\n<p>Located in the interior of the province of Bizkaia, 45 minutes from Bilbao and 20 minutes from the coast, Markina Xemein offers us to enjoy its historic center and its passion for the basket tip. In addition in the vicinity we have other attractions such as the monastery of Zenarruza<a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/bizkaia\/what-to-see-in-bizkaia\/ziortza-bolibar-the-origin-of-simon-bolivar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">(Ziortza Bolibar<\/a>) or <a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/bizkaia\/charming-hotels-in-bizkaia\/hotel-antsotegi-a-hotel-to-dream\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Antsotegi<\/a>. <\/p>\n<div class=\"box info  \"><div class=\"box-inner-block\"><i class=\"fa tie-shortcode-boxicon\"><\/i>\n            <\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Guided tours for groups<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/contact\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Here<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>More information<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/bizkaia\/what-to-see-in-bizkaia\/markina-xemein-what-to-see-and-do\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Markina Xemein<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Distance from Bilbao<\/strong>: 54 km<\/li>\n<li><strong>Duration from Bilbao<\/strong>: 45 minutes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\n            <\/div><\/div>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-26818\" src=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/markina-xemein-desde-el-dron-qu%C3%A9-ver-en-Markina-Xemein-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"markina xemein from the drone, what to see in Markina Xemein\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\"\/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Lekeitio\"><\/span><strong>Lekeitio.<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"clear\"><\/div><div style=\"margin-top:20px; margin-bottom:20px;\" class=\"divider divider-solid\"><\/div>\n<p>Located on the Basque coast, 1 hour from Bilbao, we find one of the <a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/basque-country\/the-63-most-beautiful-villages-in-euskadi\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">most beautiful villages of Euskadi<\/a>. Among its most emblematic attractions are its beaches, the island of San Nicolas, the church of Santa Maria de la Asuncion or the <a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/bizkaia\/what-to-see-in-bizkaia\/guided-visit-to-the-santa-catalina-lighthouse-in-lekeitio\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">lighthouse of Santa Catalina<\/a> among others. We must also mention the <a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/bizkaia\/what-to-see-in-bizkaia\/lea-ibilbidea-the-lea-trail\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">path of Lea, Lea ibilbidea<\/a>, one of the most beautiful routes in the area.  <\/p>\n<div class=\"box info  \"><div class=\"box-inner-block\"><i class=\"fa tie-shortcode-boxicon\"><\/i>\n            <\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Guided tours for groups<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/contact\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Here<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>More information<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/bizkaia\/what-to-see-in-bizkaia\/lekeitio-what-to-see-and-do\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Lekeitio<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Distance from Bilbao<\/strong>: 58 km.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Duration from Bilbao<\/strong>: 1 hour.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\n            <\/div><\/div>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-25045\" src=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/puerto-de-lekeitio-barcos-qu%C3%A9-ver-en-Lekeitio-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"port of lekeitio, boats, what to see in Lekeitio, boats, what to see in Lekeitio\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\"\/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Orduna\"><\/span><strong>Ordu\u00f1a.<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"clear\"><\/div><div style=\"margin-top:20px; margin-bottom:20px;\" class=\"divider divider-solid\"><\/div>\n<p>Ordu\u00f1a is the only town in the province of Bizkaia. An urban center located 30 minutes from Bilbao, which stands out for its historic buildings and its strategic location. Ordu\u00f1a is very close to natural areas of great beauty such as the <a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/araba\/what-to-see-in-araba\/salto-del-nervion-how-to-get-there-what-routes-to-take-when-to-visit-and-where-to-park\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Nervi\u00f3n waterfall<\/a>, the <a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/araba\/what-to-see-in-araba\/delika-greenway\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Delika Green Path<\/a>, the <a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/araba\/what-to-see-in-araba\/gujuli-waterfall-goiuri-waterfall\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Gujuli waterfall<\/a>, the <a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/araba\/what-to-see-in-araba\/cascadas-de-corraladas-a-natural-paradise-under-the-ap68-highway\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Corraladas waterfall<\/a>, the <a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/araba\/what-to-see-in-araba\/marono-reservoir\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Maro\u00f1o reservoir<\/a> or Sierra Salvada, among others.  <\/p>\n<div class=\"box info  \"><div class=\"box-inner-block\"><i class=\"fa tie-shortcode-boxicon\"><\/i>\n            <\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Guided tours for groups<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/contact\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Here<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>More information<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/bizkaia\/what-to-see-in-bizkaia\/orduna-what-to-see-and-do\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Ordu\u00f1a<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Distance from Bilbao<\/strong>: 40 km.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Duration from Bilbao<\/strong>: 35 minutes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\n            <\/div><\/div>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-21984\" src=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/La-aduana-Ordu%C3%B1a-que-ver-Urdu%C3%B1a-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"La aduana, Ordu\u00f1a what to see Urdu\u00f1a\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\"\/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Bermeo\"><\/span><strong>Bermeo.<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"clear\"><\/div><div style=\"margin-top:20px; margin-bottom:20px;\" class=\"divider divider-solid\"><\/div>\n<p>Bermeo is known throughout the world for its fishing tradition and <a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/bizkaia\/what-to-see-in-bizkaia\/san-juan-de-gaztelugatxe-information-and-guided-tours\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">San Juan de Gaztelugatxe<\/a>. Also because it was the capital of Bizkaia until 1602. An urban center, in which we can enjoy a guided tour, a <a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/bizkaia\/what-to-see-in-bizkaia\/guided-tours-to-fish-canneries-in-bermeo\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">guided visit to a fish cannery<\/a>, an <a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/bizkaia\/what-to-see-in-bizkaia\/excursion-to-san-juan-de-gaztelugatxe-from-bilbao\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">excursion to San Juan de Gaztelugatxe from Bilbao<\/a>, a <a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/bizkaia\/what-to-see-in-bizkaia\/boat-tours-in-urdaibai\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">boat trip in Urdaibai<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/basque-country\/fishing-in-euskadi-deep-sea-sport-fishing-trips\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">fishing for bonito<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/basque-country\/swimming-with-sharks-in-euskadi\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">swimming with sharks<\/a> among others.  <\/p>\n<div class=\"box info  \"><div class=\"box-inner-block\"><i class=\"fa tie-shortcode-boxicon\"><\/i>\n            <\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Guided tours for groups<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/contact\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Here<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>More information<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/bizkaia\/what-to-see-in-bizkaia\/bermeo-what-to-see-and-do\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bermeo<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Distance from Bilbao<\/strong>: 35 km<\/li>\n<li><strong>Duration from Bilbao<\/strong>: 35 minutes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\n            <\/div><\/div>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-112172\" src=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/ofrenda-floral-bermeo-arrantzale-eguna.jpg\" alt=\"wreath offering bermeo, arrantzale eguna\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/ofrenda-floral-bermeo-arrantzale-eguna.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/ofrenda-floral-bermeo-arrantzale-eguna-980x735.jpg 980w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/ofrenda-floral-bermeo-arrantzale-eguna-480x360.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1024px, 100vw\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Getxo\"><\/span><strong>Getxo.<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"clear\"><\/div><div style=\"margin-top:20px; margin-bottom:20px;\" class=\"divider divider-solid\"><\/div>\n<p>Getxo is one of the most complete urban centers of Bizkaia. A municipality that has stunning beaches, dizzying cliffs, the <a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/bizkaia\/what-to-see-in-bizkaia\/getxo-marina\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">most important marina in Bizkaia<\/a>, the picturesque <a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/bizkaia\/what-to-see-in-bizkaia\/puerto-viejo-de-algorta-what-to-see-how-to-get-there-and-where-to-eat\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">old port of Algorta<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/bizkaia\/what-to-see-in-bizkaia\/bizkaia-bridge-the-suspension-bridge-of-greater-bilbao\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bizkaia Bridge<\/a> among others. Remember that Getxo offers a wide range of activities to do, among others, <a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/bizkaia\/what-to-see-in-bizkaia\/water-bikes-in-getxo\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">water bike routes<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/bizkaia\/what-to-see-in-bizkaia\/boat-rentals-in-getxo\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">boat rentals<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/bizkaia\/what-to-see-in-bizkaia\/paragliding-in-sopela-paragliding-flights-in-euskadi\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">paragliding<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/bizkaia\/what-to-see-in-bizkaia\/jet-ski-rental-in-bilbao\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">jet ski routes<\/a> or guided tours.  <\/p>\n<div class=\"box info  \"><div class=\"box-inner-block\"><i class=\"fa tie-shortcode-boxicon\"><\/i>\n            <\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Guided tours for groups<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/contact\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Here<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>More information<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/bizkaia\/what-to-see-in-bizkaia\/getxo-what-to-see-and-do\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Getxo<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Distance from Bilbao<\/strong>: 13 km.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Duration from Bilbao<\/strong>: 15 minutes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\n            <\/div><\/div>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-113408\" src=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/visitas-guiadas-en-el-puerto-viejo-de-Getxo.jpg\" alt=\"guided tours in the old port of Getxo\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/visitas-guiadas-en-el-puerto-viejo-de-Getxo.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/visitas-guiadas-en-el-puerto-viejo-de-Getxo-980x735.jpg 980w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/visitas-guiadas-en-el-puerto-viejo-de-Getxo-480x360.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1024px, 100vw\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Mundaka\"><\/span><strong>Mundaka.<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"clear\"><\/div><div style=\"margin-top:20px; margin-bottom:20px;\" class=\"divider divider-solid\"><\/div>\n<p>This small and coquettish Basque town known internationally for its magnificent left wave, offers visitors much more than a paradise for surf lovers. Clear examples of this are its beaches, the <a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/bizkaia\/what-to-see-in-bizkaia\/ferry-from-urdaibai-boat-to-mundaka-laida-and-sukarrieta\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ferry to cross the Urdaibai estuary<\/a>, its historic center, its port, hiking trails or boat routes. <\/p>\n<div class=\"box info  \"><div class=\"box-inner-block\"><i class=\"fa tie-shortcode-boxicon\"><\/i>\n            <\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Guided tours for groups<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/contact\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Here<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>More information<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/bizkaia\/what-to-see-in-bizkaia\/mundaka-what-to-see-and-do\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Mundaka<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Distance from Bilbao<\/strong>: 38 km.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Duration from Bilbao<\/strong>: 40 minutes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\n            <\/div><\/div>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-32906\" src=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/excursion-a-urdaibai-desde-bilbao-visita-guiada-a-mundaka-visita-guiada-a-urdaibai.jpg\" alt=\"excursion to urdaibai from bilbao, guided visit to mundaka, guided visit to urdaibai\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/excursion-a-urdaibai-desde-bilbao-visita-guiada-a-mundaka-visita-guiada-a-urdaibai.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/excursion-a-urdaibai-desde-bilbao-visita-guiada-a-mundaka-visita-guiada-a-urdaibai-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/excursion-a-urdaibai-desde-bilbao-visita-guiada-a-mundaka-visita-guiada-a-urdaibai-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"La_Arboleda\"><\/span><strong>La Arboleda.<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"clear\"><\/div><div style=\"margin-top:20px; margin-bottom:20px;\" class=\"divider divider-solid\"><\/div>\n<p>This small urban center represents one of the most important mining settlements in Euskadi. It is also one of the most demanded green spaces to enjoy leisure activities in Bizkaia. And it is here where we find spaces like the <a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/bizkaia\/what-to-see-in-bizkaia\/golf-in-bilbao-the-best-golf-courses-in-bilbao\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">golf course of Meaztegi<\/a> or the <a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/bizkaia\/what-to-see-in-bizkaia\/labyrinth-of-la-arboleda-route-in-penas-negras\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">labyrinth of La Arboleda<\/a>. Remember that very close to here we find the <a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/bizkaia\/what-to-see-in-bizkaia\/munatones-castle-a-treasure-of-our-history\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">castle of Mu\u00f1atones<\/a> and the <a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/bizkaia\/what-to-see-in-bizkaia\/serantes-family-route-in-santurtzi\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Serantes mountain<\/a>.   <\/p>\n<div class=\"box info  \"><div class=\"box-inner-block\"><i class=\"fa tie-shortcode-boxicon\"><\/i>\n            <\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Guided tours for groups<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/contact\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Here<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>More information<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/bizkaia\/what-to-see-in-bizkaia\/la-arboleda-what-to-see-and-what-to-do\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">La Arboleda<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Distance from Bilbao<\/strong>: 22 km.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Duration from Bilbao<\/strong>: 25 minutes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\n            <\/div><\/div>\n<p><strong> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-27305\" src=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/la-arboleda-meaztegi-golf-golf-en-bilbao-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"la arboleda, meaztegi golf, golf in bilbao, golf in bilbao\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/la-arboleda-meaztegi-golf-golf-en-bilbao.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/la-arboleda-meaztegi-golf-golf-en-bilbao-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/la-arboleda-meaztegi-golf-golf-en-bilbao-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ea\"><\/span><strong>Ea.<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"clear\"><\/div><div style=\"margin-top:20px; margin-bottom:20px;\" class=\"divider divider-solid\"><\/div>\n<p>This small and quiet seaside town is in fashion lately. Especially among all those media that are looking for clickbait to monetize their business. And the fact is that Ea is the shortest town name in the Basque Country. In any case, we must mention the hallmark of this urban center, its bridges. And it is that from the pier to the urban center we find 4 bridges that unite the 2 banks creating an idyllic landscape.    <\/p>\n<div class=\"box info  \"><div class=\"box-inner-block\"><i class=\"fa tie-shortcode-boxicon\"><\/i>\n            <\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Guided tours for groups<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/contact\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Here<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>More information<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/bizkaia\/what-to-see-in-bizkaia\/so-what-to-see-and-do\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Ea<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Distance from Bilbao<\/strong>: 51 km.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Duration from Bilbao<\/strong>: 50 minutes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\n            <\/div><\/div>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-29773\" src=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/puente-en-ea-qu%C3%A9-ver-en-Ea-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"bridge in ea, what to see in Ea\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\"\/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Durango\"><\/span><strong>Durango.<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"clear\"><\/div><div style=\"margin-top:20px; margin-bottom:20px;\" class=\"divider divider-solid\"><\/div>\n<p>Located between mountains, in the interior, we find one of the most emblematic urban centers of Bizkaia. Among all its attractions, its historical and cultural heritage stands out. Nearby, we can enjoy activities such as <a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/bizkaia\/what-to-see-in-bizkaia\/pastor-for-a-day-in-euskadi\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shepherd for a day<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/basque-country\/bike-routes-in-euskadi\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">bike routes in Euskadi<\/a>, or <a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/basque-country\/75-routes-to-do-with-children-in-euskadi\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">hiking trails<\/a> such as the <a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/bizkaia\/what-to-see-in-bizkaia\/pol-pol-family-route-in-the-urkiola-natural-park\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">route to Pol Pol.<\/a> In summer, we can also enjoy refreshing spaces such as <a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/bizkaia\/what-to-see-in-bizkaia\/pozubaltz-the-oromino-waterfall\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Pozubaltz and the Oromi\u00f1o waterfall<\/a>.   <\/p>\n<div class=\"box info  \"><div class=\"box-inner-block\"><i class=\"fa tie-shortcode-boxicon\"><\/i>\n            <\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Guided tours for groups<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/contact\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Here<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>More information<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/bizkaia\/what-to-see-in-bizkaia\/durango-what-to-see-and-do\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Durango<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Distance from Bilbao<\/strong>: 34 km.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Duration from Bilbao<\/strong>: 25 minutes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\n            <\/div><\/div>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-24420\" src=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/casas-colores-rio-Ma%C3%B1aria-durango-Durango-que-ver-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"casas colores rio Ma\u00f1aria durango, Durango what to see\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\"\/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Plentzia\"><\/span><strong>Plentzia.<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"clear\"><\/div><div style=\"margin-top:20px; margin-bottom:20px;\" class=\"divider divider-solid\"><\/div>\n<p>This coastal town located at the end of line 1 of metro Bilbao, has a wide beach and a beautiful old town. As if this were not enough, it has an estuary that encourages us to enjoy nature as we walk along its banks until we reach the <a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/bizkaia\/what-to-see-in-bizkaia\/butron-castle\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Castle of Butr\u00f3n<\/a>. If you are interested in this proposal, we recommend reading the article on the <a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/bizkaia\/what-to-see-in-bizkaia\/route-from-plentzia-to-butron-castle\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">route from Plentzia to Butron Castle<\/a>. Remember that Plentzia also has the only <a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/bizkaia\/what-to-see-in-bizkaia\/crusoe-treasure-the-winery-under-the-sea\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">underwater winery in the Basque Country<\/a>. We can also do canoeing or paddle surfing in the estuary, do not hesitate to <a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/contact\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">contact us<\/a>.    <\/p>\n<div class=\"box info  \"><div class=\"box-inner-block\"><i class=\"fa tie-shortcode-boxicon\"><\/i>\n            <\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Guided tours for groups<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/contact\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Here<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>More information<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/bizkaia\/what-to-see-in-bizkaia\/plentzia-what-to-see-and-do\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Plentzia<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Distance from Bilbao<\/strong>: 26 km.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Duration from Bilbao<\/strong>: 30 minutes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\n            <\/div><\/div>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-112103\" src=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/vistas-de-plentzia-desde-Barrika.jpg\" alt=\"guided tours in plentzia\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/vistas-de-plentzia-desde-Barrika.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/vistas-de-plentzia-desde-Barrika-980x735.jpg 980w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/vistas-de-plentzia-desde-Barrika-480x360.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1024px, 100vw\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ondarroa\"><\/span><strong>Ondarroa.<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"clear\"><\/div><div style=\"margin-top:20px; margin-bottom:20px;\" class=\"divider divider-solid\"><\/div>\n<p>Ondarroa, popularly known as Ondarru, is another of our great fishing ports. A nucleus of great maritime tradition, in which we find a historic center full of life. Among its attractions are the old bridge and the church of Santa Mar\u00eda.  <\/p>\n<div class=\"box info  \"><div class=\"box-inner-block\"><i class=\"fa tie-shortcode-boxicon\"><\/i>\n            <\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Guided tours for groups<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/contact\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Here<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>More information<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/bizkaia\/what-to-see-in-bizkaia\/ondarroa-what-to-see-and-do\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Ondarroa<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Distance from Bilbao<\/strong>: 65 km.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Duration from Bilbao<\/strong>: 55 minutes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\n            <\/div><\/div>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-25801\" src=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/puente-viejo-Ondarroa-qu%C3%A9-ver-y-hacer-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"old bridge, Ondarroa what to do and see\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\"\/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Other_towns_we_recommend\"><\/span><strong>Other towns<\/strong> <strong>we recommend<\/strong>.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"clear\"><\/div><div style=\"margin-top:20px; margin-bottom:20px;\" class=\"divider divider-solid\"><\/div>\n<p>As many of you already know it is very difficult to write a list of the most beautiful villages near Bilbao. And luckily we have very nice urban centers less than 1 hour from the capital of Bizkaia. As we do not want to leave out the towns that we like, we leave you other urban centers that can also be a good option.  <\/p>\n<div class=\"box shadow  \"><div class=\"box-inner-block\"><i class=\"fa tie-shortcode-boxicon\"><\/i>\n            <\/p>\n<p><div class=\"starlist tie-list-shortcode\"><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/bizkaia\/what-to-see-in-bizkaia\/gernika-what-to-see-and-do\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Gernika<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-23784\" src=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/museo-de-la-paz-visitas-guiadas-en-Gernika-1024x767.jpg\" alt=\"peace museum, tours routes in Gernika\" width=\"1024\" height=\"767\" srcset=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/museo-de-la-paz-visitas-guiadas-en-Gernika.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/museo-de-la-paz-visitas-guiadas-en-Gernika-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/museo-de-la-paz-visitas-guiadas-en-Gernika-768x575.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/bizkaia\/what-to-see-in-bizkaia\/gorliz-what-to-see-and-what-to-do\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Gorliz<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-33559\" src=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/atardeceres-en-euskadi-atardecer-en-gorliz.jpg\" alt=\"sunsets in euskadi, sunset in gorliz, sunset in gorliz\" width=\"1024\" height=\"767\" srcset=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/atardeceres-en-euskadi-atardecer-en-gorliz.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/atardeceres-en-euskadi-atardecer-en-gorliz-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/atardeceres-en-euskadi-atardecer-en-gorliz-768x575.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/bizkaia\/what-to-see-in-bizkaia\/armintza-what-to-see-where-to-eat-and-how-to-get-there\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Armintza<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-33147\" src=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/pintxo-pote-en-armintza-flysch-de-bizkaia-visita-guiada-privada.jpg\" alt=\"pintxo pote in armintza, flysch of bizkaia, private guided tour\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/pintxo-pote-en-armintza-flysch-de-bizkaia-visita-guiada-privada.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/pintxo-pote-en-armintza-flysch-de-bizkaia-visita-guiada-privada-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/pintxo-pote-en-armintza-flysch-de-bizkaia-visita-guiada-privada-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/bizkaia\/what-to-see-in-bizkaia\/portugalete-what-to-see-and-do\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Portugalete<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-25710\" src=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/vistas-desde-la-calle-sotera-de-la-mier-de-portugalete-Portugalete-qu%C3%A9-ver-y-hacer-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"guided tours in Portugalete, what to see and do\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\"\/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/bizkaia\/what-to-see-in-bizkaia\/santurtzi-what-to-see-and-do\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Santurtzi<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-112398\" src=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/kalejira-sardinera-eguna-2023-santurtzi.jpg\" alt=\"kalejira sardinera eguna 2023 santurtzi\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/kalejira-sardinera-eguna-2023-santurtzi.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/kalejira-sardinera-eguna-2023-santurtzi-980x735.jpg 980w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/kalejira-sardinera-eguna-2023-santurtzi-480x360.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1024px, 100vw\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/bizkaia\/what-to-see-in-bizkaia\/orozko-what-to-see-and-do\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Orozko<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-112368\" src=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/que-ver-en-orozko-orozko-a-vista-de-dron.jpg\" alt=\"what to see in orozko, orozko from a drone's eye view\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/que-ver-en-orozko-orozko-a-vista-de-dron.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/que-ver-en-orozko-orozko-a-vista-de-dron-980x735.jpg 980w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/que-ver-en-orozko-orozko-a-vista-de-dron-480x360.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1024px, 100vw\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/bizkaia\/what-to-see-in-bizkaia\/bakio-what-to-see-and-do\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bakio<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-32940\" src=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/visitas-guiadas-en-Bakio.jpg\" alt=\"guided tours in Bakio\" width=\"1024\" height=\"767\" srcset=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/visitas-guiadas-en-Bakio.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/visitas-guiadas-en-Bakio-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/visitas-guiadas-en-Bakio-768x575.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/bizkaia\/what-to-see-in-bizkaia\/elorrio-what-to-see-and-do\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Elorrio<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-22916\" src=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/vistas-de-elorrio-desde-la-necropolis-Elorrio-que-ver-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"guided tours in Elorrio\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/vistas-de-elorrio-desde-la-necropolis-Elorrio-que-ver.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/vistas-de-elorrio-desde-la-necropolis-Elorrio-que-ver-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/vistas-de-elorrio-desde-la-necropolis-Elorrio-que-ver-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/bizkaia\/what-to-see-in-bizkaia\/barrika-the-town-of-cliffs-and-wild-beaches\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Barrika<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-112902\" src=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/visitas-guiadas-en-barrika.jpg\" alt=\"guided tours in barrika\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/visitas-guiadas-en-barrika.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/visitas-guiadas-en-barrika-980x735.jpg 980w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/visitas-guiadas-en-barrika-480x360.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1024px, 100vw\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/bizkaia\/what-to-see-in-bizkaia\/sopela-what-to-see-and-what-to-do\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Sopela<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-112883\" src=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/acantilados-de-sopela-flysch-de-bizkaia.jpg\" alt=\"sopela cliffs, flysch of bizkaia\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/acantilados-de-sopela-flysch-de-bizkaia.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/acantilados-de-sopela-flysch-de-bizkaia-980x735.jpg 980w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/acantilados-de-sopela-flysch-de-bizkaia-480x360.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1024px, 100vw\" \/><\/p>\n<p><\/div><\/p>\n<p>\n            <\/div><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Video\"><\/span><strong>Video<\/strong>.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"clear\"><\/div><div style=\"margin-top:20px; margin-bottom:20px;\" class=\"divider divider-solid\"><\/div>\n<p>As usual in all our publications, we have created a short video for you to see what awaits you in each of the villages we mention in this article. In case you like this kind of videos, we encourage you to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/channel\/UC4e9R7bDBYksN2t8dYUOfXw?sub_confirmation=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscribe to our YouTube channel<\/a> to discover all the places and experiences that we recommend in Euskal Herria. We are waiting for you!  <\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Pueblos m\u00e1s bonitos cerca de Bilbao\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/cY4QiQ_EhE8?feature=oembed\"  allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Excursion_to_the_villages_near_Bilbao\"><\/span><strong>Excursion to the villages near Bilbao<\/strong>.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"clear\"><\/div><div style=\"margin-top:20px; margin-bottom:20px;\" class=\"divider divider-solid\"><\/div>\n<p>As many of you already know, we offer excursions to get to know all or some of the towns near Bilbao. A great option for groups that want to know Euskadi with a local guide. Remember that this excursion can be complemented with other tourist services such as <a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/basque-country\/10-boat-routes-in-euskadi\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">boat trips<\/a> or visits to Txakoli wineries. If you are interested in this option, we recommend that you <a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/contact\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">contact us<\/a> so that we can send you information and a quote.   <\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-113696\" src=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/excursion-al-atardecer-en-san-juan-de-gaztlugatxe-desde-bilbao.jpg\" alt=\"sunset excursion in san juan de gaztlugatxe from bilbao\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/excursion-al-atardecer-en-san-juan-de-gaztlugatxe-desde-bilbao.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/excursion-al-atardecer-en-san-juan-de-gaztlugatxe-desde-bilbao-980x735.jpg 980w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/excursion-al-atardecer-en-san-juan-de-gaztlugatxe-desde-bilbao-480x360.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1024px, 100vw\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Guided_tours\"><\/span><strong>Guided tours<\/strong>.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"clear\"><\/div><div style=\"margin-top:20px; margin-bottom:20px;\" class=\"divider divider-solid\"><\/div>\n<p>In case you do not have time for a full day excursion, we encourage you to take one of the guided tours that we offer to the groups that visit us. Remember that we offer guided tours for groups in almost any town in the Basque Country. Do not hesitate to <a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/contact\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">contact us<\/a>.  <\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-113345\" src=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/visitas-guiadas-en-armintza-para-grupos.jpg\" alt=\"guided tours in armintza for groups\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/visitas-guiadas-en-armintza-para-grupos.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/visitas-guiadas-en-armintza-para-grupos-980x735.jpg 980w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/visitas-guiadas-en-armintza-para-grupos-480x360.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1024px, 100vw\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_asked_questions_and_tips\"><\/span><strong>Frequently asked questions and tips<\/strong>.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"clear\"><\/div><div style=\"margin-top:20px; margin-bottom:20px;\" class=\"divider divider-solid\"><\/div>\n<p>If you decide to visit any of the towns near Bilbao that we mentioned, we recommend you to take a look at our tips. Also to the most frequent questions that people who travel to Euskadi ask us. <\/p>\n<div class=\"box shadow  \"><div class=\"box-inner-block\"><i class=\"fa tie-shortcode-boxicon\"><\/i>\n            <\/p>\n<p><div class=\"checklist tie-list-shortcode\"><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>If you are not going on one of our excursions or guided tours, we recommend that you plan your visit to these villages in advance, especially in high season.<\/li>\n<li>Many of the towns mentioned above have cobblestone streets, so we recommend that you wear comfortable shoes.<\/li>\n<li>Between visits we recommend you to enjoy our gastronomy, either through our traditional pintxos or a good restaurant.<\/li>\n<li>We recommend you to <a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/basque-country\/tourist-guides-in-euskadi\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">hire a tour guide in Euskadi<\/a>, so that they can show you the history, traditions and culture from a close and entertaining point of view. Do not hesitate to <a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/contact\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ask for a quote<\/a>. <\/li>\n<li><strong>What is the best town to visit near Bilbao if I have little time?<\/strong>  Getxo is an excellent option. In addition to being less than 15 minutes by car from the center of Bilbao, Getxo has several metro stops. <\/li>\n<li><strong>Is it necessary to rent a car to visit these towns?  <\/strong>Although all the towns we mention have public transportation, in some cases it is not the best option to reach them. So the car is not necessary, but it is recommended. <\/li>\n<li><strong>What is the best time of the year to visit these towns?<\/strong>  Most of them double the number of inhabitants in summer, so we recommend to avoid traveling in high season. For this reason, spring and autumn are the best times to visit these towns. <\/li>\n<li><strong>Do you offer customized excursions for groups?<\/strong>  Yes, we can customize all the excursions we offer in Euskadi. We recommend you to take a look at our article about the <a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/bizkaia\/what-to-see-in-bizkaia\/the-12-best-excursions-from-bilbao\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">best excursions to do from Bilbao<\/a>. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><\/div><\/p>\n<p>\n            <\/div><\/div>\n<p>As you have seen, the <strong>towns near Bilbao<\/strong> are a perfect destination to enjoy during any getaway to the capital of Bizkaia. We encourage you to ask us any questions you may have. You can use the comment system that you will find below these lines.   We will try to respond as soon as possible. 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