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Bilbao tourist guide - hotels and services

Having the reputation as the financial capital city of the Basque region, Bilbao is Spain's sixth largest city. The city has plenty of attractions to offer and boasts superb restaurants serving tasty local and international foods. The city's public transport is an economic, comfortable, and efficient way to get around the city and the surrounding area.

In the city's heart, in the old quarter, you'll find the Casco Viejo. The Casco Viejo boasts numerous trendy pubs and cafés and quality restaurants. It is also here where you can join the lively nightlife as there are a wide array of nightspots, clubs and bars. When the annual August Festival takes place, Bilbao comes alive with street processions, dancing and singing.

The renowned futuristic Guggenheim Museum, positioned in the recently renovated old quarter, is the star attraction. This brilliant and unique building houses works of Warhol and Picasso and features 19 galleries. Other must-see sights include: the fascinating Museum of Archaeology and the historic Church of Santiago.

Bilbao is ideally located for exploring the region of the Basque country. Santander is a cosmopolitan coastal city. The largest part of its old town was destroyed by raging storms and fire 1941. Fortunately, the ornate Magdalena Palace, which was built for King Alfonso XIII about 90 years ago, survived. Now the palace is a section of the International University of Santander and is worth visiting.

Nearby Burgos is known all over the world for its impressive monasteries surrounding the city and a lively old town. San Sebastián is a posh resort town with some very interesting architecture and the city of Soria is a good place if you wish to enjoy scenic beauty.

Hotels in Bilbao

Being the capital of Spanish Basque Country, Bilbao offers a wide variety of hotels to suit all tastes and budgets. Accommodation establishments can be found in every part of the city although it is recommendable to make a reservation in advance.

Hotels include the Hotel Carlton, which is positioned within the city centre and is a characteristic establishment. Vista Alegre Hotel can be found about 2kms from the city, near to the Bull Ring. The luxurious high standard five Star Silken Gran Hotel faces the Guggenheim Museum, situated 1km outside the city.