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.
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
1,001 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Host and food
isgscott,Apr 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Lei was fabulous. Good knowledge of the area. Good choice of restaurants. Happy to amend food options for all guests. Lovely host who looked after us all well. Would highly recommend.
Excellent guide in Lei....
Frank D,Apr 19, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Excellent guide in Lei. She was knowledgeable, made the group feel very welcomed and comfortable. Very well organised tour with no waiting. Food and drinks were also of high quality.
A unique and memorable way to get to know about Bilbao
Amy A,Apr 18, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Our group came from different countries but our guide Lia was fun and engaging and we had such a great time together. She shared the history of Basque Country with her personal life stories and th food and drinks were all delicious!
Great tour!
simopekkap2023,Apr 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very good. Delicious food, excellent wines and a great guide!
Fabulous local guide!...
Rayner S,Apr 14, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Fabulous local guide! Excllent grasp of the English language. Very knowledgeable about the food and wine. Great and varied selection of both. Also learnt a lot about Basque culture. Highly recommend it!
Great intro to Bilbao Pinxtos
T02,Apr 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Guide was very enthusiastic and knowledgeable about Bilbao. She accommodated food allergies and preferences. I would highly recommend this tour to someone visiting.Bilbao for the first time.
An Outstanding Tour - Done Right!
James G,Apr 13, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The perfect mix of food and wine, both traditional and fine, led by a personality filled Euskaldun, who knowledgeably was our guide. The food was incredibly delicious, with award winning fare, and only once were we served, a challenge or dare. Leire carefully spoke about the region and history, while the group chatted and asked questions, she pleasantly answered with smile and grace. From salmon, octopus, and shrimp, to meat, bread, and bell peppers, each stop was a treasure, with paired wine quite the pleasure. Absolutely worth the fee for a small group experience that quickly evolved to friends, from the UK and Spain, to Germany and the US! The tour was in English for those who wish to know, all I can suggest, is go, go, go!
Great flavor!
Y9069SVsusane,Apr 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Mikel was an excellent instructor! Food was flavorful yet simple to prepare. I enjoyed this experience and would highly recommend it to anyone who likes to cook!
Amazing food/wines and a perfect introdocution to basque culture
Mobile08834221936,Apr 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour was really amazing and our guide Irene, a Bilbao local, was so great! The pintxo bars all had their own unique flair and the food and wines were spectecularly good. I would highly recommend doing this tour to start your trip in Bilbao as you learn a lot about the culture of the city and the Basques in general. Irene is also happy to give you more recommendations after the tour and help you if you have any questions. Highly recommended!
Don't sleep on this one!
ElissaF S,Apr 5, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This was a great tour and included some of the best tapas (and dessert!) we had on the trip. Olaia is wonderful - she has great energy and made the tour fun and informative.
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