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Pintxos Tasting in Bilbao Small Group or Private Walking Tour

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Bilbao, ES

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Experience the vibrant and delicious gastronomy of Bilbao with our Pintxos Tasting Tour. Join our small group or book a private walking tour and immerse yourself in the local culture as you explore the city's charming streets. Visit La Ribera Market and indulge in the best pintxos in town at the most iconic bars. Savor four gourmet pintxos paired with four drinks, all while learning about the traditions and local environment from our friendly tour guide. With a duration of three hours, this unique experience will leave you feeling like part of a cuadrilla, a group of friends, as you bond over the love of food and drink. Don't miss out on this incredible culinary adventure in Bilbao!

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Free Cancellation For a full refund cancel at least before the start of your booking
Admission Not Included
3 hours
Suitable for 1-12 Participants
Small Group Tour, Private Tour
Guided Experience

Included

2nd stop: classic bar with 1 gourmet pintxo and a glass of wine (or equivalent)
1st stop: classic bar with 1 gourmet pintxo and a glass of wine (or equivalent)
4th stop: classic bar with 1 gourmet pintxo and a glass of wine (or equivalent)
3rd stop: classic bar with 1 gourmet pintxo and a glass of wine (or equivalent)
Local friendly tour guide

Not included

Additional food and drinks
Gratuities

Popular Hotels Closeby

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Introduction

Experience the vibrant city of Bilbao through its unique gastronomy with the Pintxos Tasting in Bilbao Small Group or Private Walking Tour. Designed to make you feel like part of a local cuadrilla (group of friends), this three-hour tour takes you on a culinary journey through the city's most emblematic bars and neighborhoods.

What to expect?

During this tour, you can expect to indulge in the flavors of Bilbao's famous pintxos. These delicious bite-sized treats are a cornerstone of Basque cuisine, and you'll have the opportunity to taste four different pintxos paired with four drinks. As you explore the narrow streets of the Old Town and the modern Ensanche, you'll also soak up the local environment and traditions, immersing yourself in the true essence of Bilbao.

Who is this for?

This tour is perfect for food enthusiasts and travelers looking to experience Bilbao beyond its main attractions. Whether you're a solo traveler, a group of friends, or a couple, this tour welcomes everyone who wants to discover the city's culinary delights. Embrace the opportunity to savor the local cuisine, meet new people, and learn about Basque culture.

Why book this?

Book this tour if you want to explore Bilbao like a savvy local. With an experienced guide by your side, you'll gain insider knowledge and recommendations on the city's best pintxos bars. The tour offers a unique opportunity to taste authentic Basque cuisine and learn about its history and traditions. Immerse yourself in the lively atmosphere of Plaza Nueva and visit the iconic Mercado de La Ribera, where you'll find the region's freshest ingredients. This experience will leave you with lasting memories and a deeper understanding of Bilbao's culinary heritage.

Good to know

During the tour, you'll visit various venues, so wear comfortable shoes to navigate the charming streets of Bilbao. The meeting point is at TourneBilbao local shop on Villarías street, where you'll check-in before starting the adventure. This tour is available as a small group experience or as a private tour, catering to your preferences. Don't miss the chance to discover the hidden gems of Bilbao's gastronomy scene and indulge in a truly unique tasting experience.

Reviews

Past participants of this tour have praised the knowledgeable and friendly guides who provided fascinating insights into the local cuisine and culture. They loved the variety of pintxos sampled and felt the tour gave them a truly authentic experience of Bilbao. Travelers have especially enjoyed visiting the Mercado de La Ribera, often referred to as a food lover's paradise. Overall, reviews indicate that this tour is a fantastic opportunity to explore Bilbao's culinary delights in the company of passionate local guides.

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How long before the event do I need to book?

You can book at any time before the event

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Meeting point & End point

We will meet @TourneBilbao local shop at Villarías street, 1.

Tourné Bilbao, Villarías Kalea, 1, Abando, 48001 Bilbo, Bizkaia, ES

Your Itinerary

Tourné Bilbao

(Pass by)

Meeting point for check-in at our shop @tournebilbao.

Mercado de La Ribera

Historical food market where you can find everything and anything. Its where both locals and great chefs from Michelin-starred restaurants go shopping for their ingredients.

Plaza Nueva

Located in the heart of Casco Viejo, it is recognized for its famous pintxo bars frequented by both locals and visitors. At this stop we will begin to get to know those delicacies that in the Basque Country we call pintxos. We will stop at a bar and taste pintxos.

Catedral de Santiago

Catholic cathedral from the 14th century and one of the focal points of Casco Viejo.

Admission Not Included

Arenal Park

Park that separates the Casco Viejo from the Ensanche and next to the majestic Arriaga Theater.

Admission Not Included

Palacio de la Diputacion

Historic building that best explains the eclecticism within contemporary art in the Basque Country.

Admission Not Included

Palacio Yohn o Edificio " la bolsa"

Historical building, which is today a cultural and social center. It houses some of the best views of the entire Casco Viejo on its top floor.

Additional information

Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
If you are happy with the services provided by your local guides a tip - though not compulsory - is appropriate. While it may not be customary to you, it is of great significance to the people who will take care of you during your travels, inspires excellent service, and is an entrenched feature of the tourism industry. Please consider this when budgeting for your extra expenses on this tour.
Wear comfortable clothes and shoes.

Reviews

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5 (59)

Stephen R

This was a high point of our stay in Bilbao. Roberto was amazing. Fluent in English and full of local knowledge. Roberto told us about the history and culture of the region; about being Basque and about Pintxos. Roberto took us to places that local people would go to and introduced us to some delicious Pintxos. These were coupled with fantastic wines and enlightening conversation. Three hours went by in no time and we emerged with greater knowledge about the region, ideas for the rest of our holiday and a great appreciation of the Pintxos culture. Thanks Roberto - we will be visiting the amazing city of Bilbao again.

Freedom247244

Excellent evening. The guide spoke perfect english, knew his history (born and raised in Bilbao), selected fun, local bars with delicious pintxos and good drink pairings. I strongly recommend this tour. Thank you, Oscar.

Mary_K

So much fun. Really got to know the history, culture and food of the city. Oscar was an amazing guide and we learned so much and had a lot of fun!

allym853

We had a fantastic time walking the streets of the Old Town with Roberto! The four bars he chose were amazing and we even recreated our own mini tour the next day to go back (thank you to the other guide for pointing us in the right direction for one of them!). We ate and drank like kings and then stumbled home after that last Kalimotxo (cola and red wine). And thank you Roberto for warning us we needed tickets for Gaztelugatxe! It was the best start to our holiday in Bilbao and we highly recommend this tour as an introduction to Bilbao life!

Chris_S

Oscar was an amazing tour guide. Very friendly, helpful and funny! He showed us amazing pintxos and showed us around the new and old town of Bilbao.

Terry_V

Such an authentic experience with Roberto sharing his cultural and local cuisine knowledge of Bilbao and the Basque region. He took us to where the locals eat and the food was fresh and expertly prepared. He went out of his way to assist us and provide expert tips to assist our journey. Highly recommended.

KK_PGGP

Fantastic introduction to Bilbao, its cuisine, customs, tradition and culture. Plus a bit of history thrown in by Roberto - who was a super guide: friendly, warm and welcoming. Highly recommended.

Cheryl_H

This was one of our favorite tours while in Bilbao. Being from the states, pintxos is a very different concept for us. So it was a little challenging for us to go out. Robert was awesome. He took us on a tour of Bilbao and shared information about the Basque culture and some history of Bilbao. We went to 4 different bars around the Old town that were great. We tasted a few different pintxos and paired with wine. I would not miss this on your visit. I would make sure you do it early so that you can get the best benefit. We even made new friends and shared a bottle of wine together in plaza nueva. Excellent experience.

300ericag

Awesome tour with Oscar. He was super attentive, with an incredible wealth of knowledge about Bilbao and the time flew by. I should have warned Oscar ahead of time about being vegetarian, but he was still able to think on his feet and find me delicious choices. If you’re on the fence, book it! You won’t regret it!

outofhere2016

We took the pintxos tasting tour with our guide Roberto in Bilbao. Roberto was great; he was extremely knowledgeable about Bilbo in general, and about pixtxos culture in Bilbao in particular. The tour was just the right length, with a reasonable amount of walking. Roberto provided us with good background information on Bilbao, so that we could understand what the city was all about, and took us to four places with amazing pintxos offerings at each location. Throughout the tour we kept running into people that he knew so you really got the feeling that you were with a local that knew his way around. Would recommend the experience highly to anyone visiting Bilbao.

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