Things to see and do with kids in Bilbao
A trip to the culturally prolific city of Bilbao may not be the
most exciting destination to take the family, but upon closer
inspection one will find there is plenty to do and see that will
hold the attention of young minds.
Take the kids to the city's top attraction, the Guggenheim museum,
where entry is free for kids under 12 and they will be awed or
floored by its design which resembles a gigantic metal flower. The
artwork may not appeal to very young visitors, but if cleverly
disguised, children will be sure to find their favourite picture
inside - maybe even a Picasso!
Take the kids on a ride up the Artxanda Funicular to the top of
Artxanda Mountain, where the little ones can let of some steam in
the park, enjoy the sports complex or simply be swept away by the
incredible views over the city. Pack a picnic, some sunscreen and
plenty of delicious treats and head off the to the Doña
Casilda Iturrizar park where children can feed the resident ducks
in the pond, take a stroll over the architecturally interesting
Zubizuri bridge, or if you're there during July, watch the annual
Running of the Bulls festival in safety high above the bustling
streets.
Guggenheim Museum
Locals in Bilbao are divided on whether it is a 'beauty or a
beast', but the bizarre multi-million dollar Guggenheim Museum,
opened in 1997, has brought thousands of visitors flocking to the
city to be awed or floored. The massive museum, designed by...
see full detailsMuseo Vasco
The Museo Vasco, also known as the Euskal Museoa or Basque
Museum, is in the heart of the old quarter of the city, housed in a
17th century Jesuit cloister. The museum depicts Basque culture,
history and ethnology, and its exhibits span a...
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