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“Undiscovered Bilbao” Atlantic Monthly
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 3.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #15 of 28 attractions in Bilbao
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An old, pleasant neighborhood best known for its open-air food markets, where shoppers can buy some of the freshest and best-tasting fruit and...... more » An old, pleasant neighborhood best known for its open-air food markets, where shoppers can buy some of the freshest and best-tasting fruit and vegetables in Europe. « less
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Attraction type: Neighborhood, Historic walking area
Activities: Shopping, Dining
Address: Bilbao 48005
Spain
Tel: 94 415 16 33
Fax: 94 416 81 76

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“Illegal immigrants”
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2 of 5 stars
JaakkoBrussels 17 contributions
Brussels, Belgium
Mar 13, 2009

In Bilbao, like elsewhere in Spain, there are illegal immigrants who earn their living with robbery. I got rid of my wallet in the old town near the upper station of the ascensor on a Friday morning at 11 am. It is advisable to take with you only the minimum amount of cash you need for entrance fees and a... more

“Great atmosphere”
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4 of 5 stars
Tio-man 129 contributions
Brussels, Belgium
Aug 6, 2006
5/5 found this review helpful

I have visited lots of spanish cities and most of them have a nice historical centre, but Bilbao is something different. Is it because it's a Basque city? I don't know, but the Casco Viejo is very lively. It's not a museum. Young people are having drinks and Pinxtos (similar to Tapas) while chatting on the streets. There are lots... more

“Beautiful old town”
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5 of 5 stars
heieup 64 contributions
UK
Jul 25, 2005
21/21 found this review helpful

The old town in Bilbao is definetly worth a visit, well maintained and full of charm the city is really beautiful and an undiscovered gem. Well worth a walk round many excellent sights (the market / cathedral / theatre) are situated in this area and are complemented by the old buildings and windy , paved , pedestrianised streets. It is... more

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Bilbao 48005, Spain
Tel: 94 415 16 33 Fax: 94 416 81 76