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Bilbao Estuary & Abra Bay Boat Trip

Enjoy a boat trip on the Bilbao estuary and Abra Bay, and discover Biscay's highlights like the Guggenheim Museum, Hanging Bridge, and Santurtzi Port. Activity Details. The crossing begins at the selected time from the pier at Plaza Pío Baroja.

  • 3 hours
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Enjoy a boat trip on the Bilbao estuary and Abra Bay, and discover Biscay's highlights like the Guggenheim Museum, Hanging Bridge, and Santurtzi Port.

Activity Details

The crossing begins at the selected time from the pier at Plaza Pío Baroja. The boat ride along the Bilbao Estuary and the Bay of Abra offers a view of the Guggenheim Museum and the Euskalduna Palace, reflecting Bilbao's contemporary culture.

The route also includes sights of the old shipyards and a blend of traditional and modern architecture. As the boat departs from the center, the estuary widens, showcasing more emblematic landscapes of Greater Bilbao. The journey reaches Portugalete, where you'll see the Vizcaya Suspension Bridge, a World Heritage Site, followed by views of Santurtzi and Getxo, known for elegant mansions and marine villas.

During this 2-hour and 45-minute boat trip, relax in indoor and outdoor areas and enjoy drinks from the bar. An audio guide will provide historical insights about the estuary and the bay throughout the tour.

Included

  • Boat ride
  • English–speaking audio guide

Tips

  • Accessibility: No, not suitable for people with reduced mobility

Location

Activity location

Bilboats, Plaza Pío Baroja, 48001 Bilbao (Vizcaya), Spain

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