The Award-Winning Bilbao Food Tour & Wine Pairing by Basque Local
Overview
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3 hours
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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 with our website: bilbaofoodtour.com
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!
Additional Info
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
Not recommended for vegans
Not recommended for vegetarians
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
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-We will do as the Basques do! A bar hopping tour of Bilbao. We (the Basque people!) demonstrate our love of gastronomy with these tasty little bar snacks. -We will try the special pintxos, the ones you don't see on the bars! I will order them for you and the chef will make them instantly for you. -We are going to sample the traditional pintxos and also others that have been given AWARDS in the famous pintxo competitions. You will experience all Bilbao has to offer on this tour with stops at very modern bars, and also stops at some of the oldest bars in the city! -I will teach you how to order pintxos. After my tour you will have the confidence to go in any bar in the city! -I pair the pintxos with a wine most suitable to type of food we are experiencing. We will sample red and white wine, cider, and other drinks on this tour. -I know the best bars in my city and what to order as I was born and raised in Bilbao!
What‘s Included
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
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The Award-Winning Bilbao Food Tour & Wine Pairing by Basque Local
Reviews
1,056 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A delicious and filling way to appreciate Basque food, drink and culture
Redyok,May 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Irene shared Basque history, connecting the food and wine with current culture in the Basque Country. She was enthusiastic and experienced at herding us tourists through 5 bars. The pintxos were both traditional and creative, and delicious. Irene picked the drinks to pair with the pintxos, including 2 white wines, 2 reds and a cidre in the middle. We have done several food tours in cities all over the world. This was among the best! Highly recommend Irene and this tour.
Had a wonderful time...
bernice m,May 24, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Had a wonderful time exploring the city. Besides being a great guide, Irene picked out some amazing pintos.
Definitely recommended
Kathy E,May 23, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Excellent tour with our guide Lei. Although we had already discovered some of Bilbao city prior to the evening tour and ate pintxos, the pintxos on the tour were another level and finishing off with the Basque cheesecake was the perfect end.
Brilliant!
Mark T,May 21, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00A great way to quickly learn about Basque history while eating wonderful food and drinking great wine. Irene was a superb guide whose obvious pride, passion and enthusiasm for Basque food and drink shone through. The menu choices made were all excellent and it was clear that she had a great relationship with all of the restaurants that we visited.
Highly recommend!
Susan N,May 20, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Highly recommend this tour with the Pintxo Queen!! Irene’s food and wine tour in Bilbao was easily one of the highlights of our trip to Spain. From the moment we met her, her warmth, knowledge, and passion for Basque culture made us feel like we were exploring the city with a longtime friend rather than a guide. Every stop on the tour was exceptional — from hidden local pintxo bars to perfectly paired wines we never would have discovered on our own. Irene curated an experience that felt authentic, intimate, and incredibly delicious. She shared fascinating stories about Bilbao’s history, traditions, and culinary scene, giving so much depth and meaning to each tasting. What truly sets Irene apart is her attention to detail and genuine enthusiasm. She made everyone feel welcome, tailored the experience beautifully, and introduced us to flavors and local specialties that we’re still talking about days later. The pacing was perfect, the selections were outstanding, and her recommendations for the rest of our stay were invaluable. If you’re visiting Bilbao and want a true taste of the city, do not miss Irene’s tour. It’s more than a food and wine experience — it’s a memorable cultural journey led by someone who clearly loves what she does. Highly, highly recommended!
Amazing and wonderful
Sherpa14361715555,May 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What a wonderful foos tour of Bilbao. I would 100% recommend this with Irene. She’s engaging fun and I’m convinced she brings people together for a life time connection and memories.
Great Pintxos tasting
Dianelafresnaye,May 20, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00An amazing way to taste different kinds of Pintxos and wines. Irene was really knowledgeable about the Basque region and really proud about her heritage.
Hiking and food tours in Bilbau
Barb86325,May 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent guides Irene and husband led us on both hiking and food tours in Bilbau excursions. Wonderful.
Excellent tour with great food and wine
467alastairl,May 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A really great tour with excellent food and wine. Irene was our wonderful guide who is clearly very knowledgable and passionate about Basque food and culture. The pintxos we tried were all delicious. I can’t recommend this tour highly enough.
A Wonderful Experience
Alison510,May 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great tour. Loved our guide Leira who made sure that all the participants had food that met their needs. She was informative, very friendly (learned and used all our names quickly) and taught us a lot about Basque cuisine, history and culture. All the participants mixed and shared our backgrounds and experiences.
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