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With a local born and raised in Bilbao come discover a beautiful city and the amazing Basque cuisine on our 3-hour ‘pintxos’ (Basque tapas) tour of Bilbao. Experience the 700 year old streets of the Old Town with a professional local 100% Basque guide who is an expert in the Bilbao culinary scene. We are the original "Bilbao Food Tour" having pioneered the idea in the city starting in 2014.
We will visit 5 bars and sample pintxo styles ranging from traditional to modern. Your guide will pair each tasting with an excellent wine that compliments the pintxo. Wines that we recommend include red wine from La Rioja, Txakoli (a lightly sparkling white wine from the Basque Coast), and more!
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Tour can be adapted to meet food preferences and dietary requirements (vegetarians, food allergies, etc)
Not recommended for vegans
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Please come hungry! You will have a full dinner.
Local English-speaking guide from Bilbao.
Alcoholic Beverages
1-2 pintxos at 5 different bars.
5 drinks (options include red wine, white wine, beer, water, and cider)
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Operated by The Best of Basque - Basque Country & La Rioja Tours
742 reviews
Amy B,
Mar 21, 2025
Olaia was an incredibly guide. Her knowledge and enthusiasm for all things Basque was amazing . The pintxos she chose for us were unique and delicious. The wine went so well with the food. Our group enjoyed the experience so much we shared an additional bottle of wine at the end of the tour. Cannot recommend enough!
Anonymous,
Mar 17, 2025
What an amazing evening! We got to see the best of Bilbao and all it has to offer. THANK YOU ALAIA!! Another very special guide and lovely person. You made our night extra special. The wine choices paired with the food were perfect- it was clear thought and planning went into it all. We’d suggest this your tour to everyone and anyone!!
Anna S,
Mar 6, 2025
This is a must in Bilbao! Olaia was so friendly, informative and passionate about the food, culture and wine of the region. She took us to 5 stops and we learned about the food and history. She also made sure we know what to look for in a pinxtos spot so we’d be well set for the rest of our trip. She truly wants us all to have a wonderful time in Bilbao beyond the tour! Book this if you’re in Bilbao!!
Jone D,
Dec 24, 2024
Olaia was the best guide ever-enthusiastic, and knowledgeable and really fun! We had amazing food and wine, and lots of inside information about the area. Would do it again anytime!
Thomas A,
Nov 6, 2024
This was the best food tours I’ve ever been on in any country. Our guide was VERY knowledgeable and personable. She was born and raised in Bilbao and knew so much about the history and culture. Every place she took us to was delicious. Highly recommend this tour.
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