Cazuelitas variadas y excelentes pinchos.
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Abierto los domingos
Menú y carta.
Colón de Larreátegui, 31. 48009 Bilbao. (Frente al parking del Ensanche). Tfno.: 94 424 57 79
BRASS TAPAS, VINOS Y GRILL
Cocina continua de 13.00 h. a 24.00 h De madrugada: copas, cocktails... C/ Licenciado Poza,
27 - Bilbao 944 275 455 www.brass27.com
Puente Bizkaia Patrimonio Mundial
Nuevo servicio de audioguías. Inglés, francés, castellano y euskera.
Una visita inolvidable a la pasarela superior en ascensores panorámicos a 50 m de altura sobre la ría ...y ahora también saltos de goming
Tfno. información: 94 480 10 12
july·august 2014
english free issue
BILBAOguía
Especialidad en carnes y pescados a la plancha.
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The Mayor of Bilbao
The people of Bilbao are very happy to share our city, which is a fine example of tradition and modernity. From its medieval old town to the avant-garde architecture of Foster’s Metro and the Guggenheim Museum, Bilbao receives visitors throughout the year with its broad cultural, gastronomic and leisure offer to satisfy even the most demanding of tastes. The ‘Bilbao experience’ is however above all one of excellence and hospitality. Welcome to Bilbao! We want you to feel at home.
Bilbao has been chosen as one of the host cities of the group stage of the Basketball World Cup 2014, along with Granada, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria and Seville. The event, which takes place in the Biscay capital from 30 August to 4 September, puts Bilbao back on the map, with the opportunity of seeing matches featuring the United States national team, who are playing their games
in the Bizkaia Arena, generating the most excitement. The main thing is that everything is now ready to host a major sporting event which will attract more than 22,500 fans and at the same time generate over 20 million euros for ‘el bocho’, as Bilbao’s residents affectionately refer to their city. (More information is available at 30-34 page)
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photograph: Vicente Paredes photo provided: Guggenheim Bilbao Museum, Fine Arts of Bilbao Museum, Arriaga Theatre, Euskalduna Conference centre and Concert Hall and Diario El Correo, S. A. Publicity: Tel. 94 428 72 14 Print: Centro Gráfico Ganboa
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4 Index Calendar ...........................................................................................................................................6-7 Art Bilbao Guggenheim Museum..........................................................................................8-9 Bilbao Fine Arts Museum...................................................................................................10-11 Museums.................................................................................................................................................12-13 Spaces of interest................................................................................................................................15
aste nagusia 2014........................................................................................................16-22 performance........................................................................................................................24-29 cover Basketball World Cup ......................................................................................................30-34
fairs and conventions.............................................................................................35 knowing biscay .............................................................................................................36-41 shopping Styling.................................................................................................................................................... 42-43 Eguzkilore........................................................................................................................................ 44-45 Shopping Guide........................................................................................................................46-47
gastronomy VĂctor.....................................................................................................................................................48-49 Zubiburu..............................................................................................................................................50-51 Gastronomy Guide.................................................................................................................52-59
night Kafe Antzokia................................................................................................................................60-61 Night Guide....................................................................................................................................62-63
useful information Bilbao Tourism Services............................................................................................................64 Police / Emergencies / Transportation ................................................................64 Tourist Transport................................................................................................................................65 Vehicles / Communications..................................................................................................65 Foreign Currency...............................................................................................................................65 Credit Cards (Lost or Stolen)...............................................................................................65
Maps...................................................................................................................................................66-68
Bilbao TURISMO Turism Oficce Plaza Circular, 1. / Alameda Mazarredo, 66.  94 479 57 60 informacion@bilbaoturismo.bilbao.net
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Bilboko Kalealdia.
Diego ‘El Cigala’.
Bilbao BBK Live Festival.
Euskal Encounter.
July: Marking the 50th anniversary of the death of Georges Braque, the Guggenheim Museum presents a retrospective that takes in all the phases within the career of one of the most important artists of the 20th century. (Page 9)
1 to 5 July: The fifteenth edition of the Street Theatre and Arts Festival, Bilboko Kalealdia, which once again takes over some of the most iconic spots of the old town with street performances by dancers, actors, musicians, magicians and circus performers. (Page 26)
2 to 6 July: 38th Getxo International Jazz Festival, featuring performances by Natalia Dicenta, Jack the Johnette, Michel
Camilo and Diego ‘El Cigala’, among others. (Page 28)
10 July: The start of the next edition of the Bilbao BBK Live Festival, with a line-up headlined by international acts such as Franz Ferdinand, The Prodigy and The Black Keys. (Page 25)
24 to 27 July: The 22nd edition of the ‘Euskal Encounter’ takes place at the Bilbao Exhibition Centre (BEC). At this mass gathering, amateurs and professionals look to exchange knowledge and take part in all types of computer-related activities. (Page 35 )
August: The Museum of Fine Arts presents more than 180 items of Japanese art which
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Cirque du Soleil.
‘Los Miserables’.
are part of the museum’s own collection. (Page 11)
14 August: The show ‘The Hole’ (‘El Agujero’), the collaborative production of Yllana, Letsgo and Paco León, is staged in the Arriaga Theatre, after two successful seasons in Madrid. (Page 21)
17 August: In the Bilbao Arena, the Canadian company Cirque du Soleil performs its ‘Dralion’ show, a mix of eastern and western acrobatics. (Page 24)
16 to 24 August: Aste Nagusia 2014. Throughout the ‘Semana Grande’ of fiestas, the capital
Basketball World Cup 2014.
of Biscay is bustling with excitement and it is impossible to get bored. Tickets for the Vista Alegre bullring sell out, there are plays in every street and you cannot escape the shows and the music. (Pages 16-22)
21 August: The first performance at the Euskalduna concert hall of the musical ‘Les Misérables’, which has become the longest-running production in London since its premiere 28 years ago. (Page 20)
30 August: The start of the group stage of the Basketball World Cup 2014 in Bilbao, with the United States national team being the main attraction. (Pages 30-34)
8 guggenheim museum Abandoibarra, 2 94 435 90 00. www.guggenheim-bilbao.es
More information on hours, ticket prices and other services on pages 12-13.
Yoko ono
Yoko Ono. Walking On Thin Ice.
Featuring almost 200 pieces - installations, objects, films, drawings, photographs, written and audio works and documentation on her performances -, the exhibition entitled ‘Yoko Ono. Half-A-Wind Show. Retrospective’ offers a comprehensive overview of the wide-ranging output of this pioneer within conceptual and performance art. The exhibition reviews Yoko Ono’s entire career to date, from
Summer Corner 2014 A space in the Atrium of the Guggenheim Museum conceived for children from the ages of 2 to 8 to develop creative activities whilst the adults visit the exhibitions. In this manner, the little ones have fun experiencing aspects relating to the work of Frank Ghery in general and the architecture of the Museum in particular.
some of her most significant works of the 1960’s to recent installations and works created especially for this retrospective, with a section specifically dedicated to her film and music production. Within this artistic overview, ideas, very often steeped in social criticism, are the main component.
until 4 September.
‘Liven up your city’, ‘Straight or curved’, ‘Synthesising forms’, ‘Stacking’, ‘Design your building’, ‘From the box to…’ are some of the proposals that are put to the children to explore in a fun and creative way two and three dimensions, as well as the space that surrounds them. Until 31 August. From Monday to Sunday, 11am to 5pm.
Georges Braque. Guitar, Glass and Fruit Dish on Dresser, 1919.
Braque Marking the 50th anniversary of the death of Georges Braque (Argenteuilsur-Seine, 1882 - Paris, 1963), the Guggenheim Museum presents a retrospective that takes in all the phases within the career of one of the most important artists of the 20th century.
culminating in the extraordinary series on studios and birds, placing particular emphasis on Cubism, the representations of canephorae that he produced in the 1920s and the landscapes at the end of his life. until 21 September.
The exhibition spans from his fauvist beginnings up to his later works,
The visitors The Museum’s Film & Video gallery, dedicated on a permanent basis to video art and moving images, presents The Visitors (2012), by the Icelandic artist Ragnar Kjatansson, a multi-channel installation with nine projections that documents a musical performance on Rokeby Farm, a historical mansion in the State of New York that the artist has visited since 2007. To create this work, Ragnar Kjartansson invited a group of friends, including musicians from Reykjavik, his native city. until 7 September.
Ragnar Kjartansson. The Visitors, 2012.
10 museum of fine arts Plaza del Museo, 2 94 439 60 60 www.museobilbao.com
For further information as regards timetables, price of tickets and other services, please go to page 12.
The Rochelts Under the title ‘The Rochelts. A family from Bilbao linked to art’, the Fine Arts Museum presents an exhibition of 74 works produced by nine members of this family of merchants and industrialists based in Biscay from the beginning of the 19th century, although particular emphasis is placed on four: Gustavo, Ricardo, Juan and Juan José Rochelt. The exhibition closes with paintings by one of their descendants, Carmen Lecanda, including a portrait of her father, Bernardo Lecanda, custodian of the family tree. until 1 September.
Works by El Greco within the Museum
El Greco. San Francisco en oración ante el Crucificado, c. 1585.
Under the title ‘Works by El Greco within the Bilbao Museum of Fine Arts’, the institution commemorates four centuries since the death of El Greco, showing the public hidden aspects of two of the painter’s works - ‘Saint Francis Kneeling in Meditation’ (c. 1585) and ‘The Annunciation’ (c. 1596-1600) - which form a part of the permanent collection. As a result of technology, the exhibition enables a deeper understanding of the technique employed by El Greco, via macro photographs of radiographic and reflectographic details and stratigraphic analysis of micro samples of the pigments.
museum of fine arts 11 Japanese Art The Bilbao Museum of Fine Arts presents more than 180 pieces of Japanese art that form a part of the Museum’s own collection. The pieces exhibited on this occasion, exceptional in view of their quality and originality, belong to the Palace of Oriental Art collection that was put together by José Palacio between 1925 and 1932 and bequeathed to the Museum by his widow in 1953. The objects on display include 37 ‘tsuba’ (hand guards for katanas), china employed in the tea ceremony, 40 prints from the Edo period, 29 ‘inrô’ (small cases with various compartments that hang from the belt of the kimono), 18 ‘netsuke’ and 6 ‘kiseru-zutsu’ (pipe cases).
Utagawa Toyokuni. Makoi Komachi, c. 1812.
until 15 September.
Chiharu Shiota. State of Being, Kimono Dress, 2012.
Guest artist The objective of this section is to raise awareness amongst the public of other art galleries and collections. Thus, from 9 July
onwards the installation ‘State of Being, Kimono Dress, 2012’, by Chiharu Shiota (Osaka, 1972) will be on display.
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Benedict Archaeological Experience the live history of Biscay, with a chronological tour that runs from prehistoric times to the modern age. Opening times: Tuesday through Saturday: 10.00 am to 2.00 pm and 4.00 pm to 7.30 pm; Sundays and holidays: 10.30 am to 2.00 pm. Closed Mondays. Prices: General admission, 3€; reduced admission (26 and younger, retirees, 65 and older, people with disabilities, unemployed, and groups of 10 or more people), 1,5€; school groups, 1€ per student; children under 12, free. Friday is the Day of the Museum, with free general admission. Guided tours, 10€ per group added. Calzadas de Mallona, 2 94 404 09 90 www.euskalmuseoak.com
ATHLETIC CLUB
(Closed for works)
Painting and sculpture of contemporary life. Opening Times: Every day from 10.00 am to 8.00 pm. Free. To request an appointment. Iparraguirre, 55 607 38 94 25 www.museo-benedicto.net contacto@museo-benedicto.net
Diocesan of Sacred Art This museum exhibits works related to the religious art of Biscay, religious works presented in silver; sacred vestments (from the 15th to the 20th Century); paintings, alabaster art work, ceramic and leather from the Romanesque period. Opening Times: From Tuesday to Saturday, from 10.30 am to 1.30 pm and 4.00 pm to 7.00 pm; Sundays and Public Holidays, from 10.30 am to 1.30 pm; Mondays, closed. Prices: Adults, 2€; old age pensioners, students and under 18s, 1€; groups, 6€. Thursday, free. Plaza de la Encarnación, 9-B 94 432 01 25 www.eleizmuseoa.com
Campo de San Mamés Barria 94 679 02 55
www.athletic-club.net
Guggenheim BILBAO
It holds three main collections: Ancient Art, Contemporary Art and Basque Art. Opening Times: Wednesday through Monday, from 10 am to 8 pm. Tuesday: closed. Prices: 7€, individual pass; 5€ for groups of students, unemployed and elderly; Under 12 years and Wednesday, free. Guide reservations 94 439 61 37 Groups admission, 94 439 61 41 Monday to Friday, 8.00 am to 3.00 pm.
This museum has its own collection of exhibits that includes works covering a wide spectrum of modern and contemporary art from the beginning of the century. Opening Times: Monday to Sunday, from 10.00 am to 8.00 pm. Prices: 13€ for an individual pass; 11€ for groups;7,50€ for students and old age pensioners; children under 12, free. These admittance charges are subject to alterations, depending on special exhibitions. Guide reservations, 94 435 90 90. Groups admission, 94 435 90 23. Monday to Friday, from 9.00 am to 2.00 pm.
Plaza del Museo, 2 94 439 60 60
Avenida Abandoibarra, 2. 94 435 90 80
www.museobilbao.com
www.guggenheim-bilbao.es
Fine Arts
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Maritime The docks surrounding the museum house several restored ships, as well as other Historical Heritage objects. Opening Times: Closed on Mondays. Prices: Standard adult rate, 6€; pensioners, students, people with disabilities, desemployers and groups rate, 3,5€; and children under 6, free. Muelle Ramón de la Sota, 1
Passages of Easter Week It gathers testimonies related to Easter Week. Opening Times: Tuesday to Saturday, from 11.00 am to 1.00 pm and from 5.00 pm to 7.30 pm; Saturdays, from 11.00 am to 2.00 pm and from 5.00 pm to 8.00 pm; Sundays, from 11.00 am to 2.00 pm. The museum will be closed on Mondays. Prices: Individual ticket, 2€; free for people over 65 and children up to 10 years of age; groups, 1€.
94 608 55 00
Iturribide, 3-1º 94 415 04 33
www.museomaritimobilbao.org
www.museodepasosbilbao.com
euskararen etxea La Casa del Euskera / Euskararen Etxea is a centre specialising in Euskera, the Basque language. Hence its doors are open to all those who are interested in knowing everything to do with this thousand-year-old language. It shows the most curious, peculiar and surprising features of Euskera in an attractive way using up-to-date technologies: Touch screens, videos, maps, etc. Visitors can take the tour in Spanish, Euskera, English and French.
La Casa del Euskera Lehendakari Aguirre, 148-150 94 402 80 81 www.azkuefundazioa.org
14 museums Museum Reproductions The collection includes exact replicas of works as renowned as the Winged Victory of Samothrace, the Venus de Milo, the Lorenzo de Medici and Michelangelo’s Moses. Opening Times: Tuesday through Saturday, 10.00 am to 1.30 pm and 4.00 pm to 7.00 pm; Sundays, 10.00 am to 2.00 pm; Closed Mondays and Holidays. Prices: Adults, 3€; Students and Groups over 10 people, 1,50€; senior citizens, teachers and children under 10, free. Thursdays, free to the General Public. San Francisco, 14. 94 679 02 55 www.museoreproduccionesbilbao.org
Bullfighting Outstanding graphic documents, bullfighting outfits and tools and a collection of posters from the different bullfights held in the city. Opening Times: From 10.30 am to 1.30 pm and from 4.00 pm to 6.00 pm, from
Monday to Thursday. Fridays: From 10.30 am to 1.30 pm. Price: 3€. Guided Tours for groups and individuals. Plaza de Toros Vista Alegre, s/n 94 444 86 98 www.plazatorosbilbao.com
basque The Basque Museum has accumulated a heritage throughout its almost 100 years of activity, with over 20,000 objects, which illustrate and reflect the different aspects that define the lifestyle and everyday activities of the Basque people. Opening Times for the permanent exhibition: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, from 10.00 am to 7.00 pm; Saturdays, from 10.00 am to 1.30 pm and from 4.00 pm to 7.00 pm; Sundays, from 10.00 am to 2.00 pm; Tuesday and Public Holidays, closed. Prices: Individual pass, 3€; groups, 1,50€; old age pensioners and children under 10, free entrance. Plaza Miguel de Unamuno, 4 94 415 54 23 www.euskal-museoa.org
The Arts District Bilbao Art District takes in the area between the Maritime Museum, the Albia Gardens, Colón de Larreátegui and Abandoibarra Avenue. This whole area is home to the city’s most important art galleries, the Guggenheim Museum, the Fine Arts Museum and the Sala Rekalde, together with restoration and framing
workshops and old book shops. And in addition to this, there are also open-air sculptures by contemporary artists like Dalí, Chillida, Koons, Bourgeois or Kapoor, in an area where signature architecture (from Gehry to Calatrava, not forgetting Siza, Moneo, Pelli, Soriano, Ferrater or Isozaki) rounds off the whole setting.
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Alhóndiga Bilbao Plaza Arriquibar, 4. 94 401 40 14. www.alhondigabilbao.com.
Until 26 July: The AlhóndigaBilbao Physical Activity Centre programmes city cycle routes every Saturday morning. The purpose of these cycle tourism routes is to discover Bilbao’s architecture, going by the most emblematic buildings in the city.
Maritime Museum
The visit, aimed at over-10s, starts at 11 am in the Plaza Arriquibar and lasts until 1 pm. Alhóndiga Bilbao also provides the bicycle (up to 12 per visit). The price is 5 euros (4 euros for Alhóndiga Bilbao members) and tickets must be collected from Infopuntua (information point) or via the website.
Basque Museum
Museo Marítimo Ría de Bilbao. Muelle
Plaza de Miguel de Unamuno,
Ramón de la Sota, 1. 94 608 55 00.
94 415 54 23. www.euskal-museoa.org
Until 29 September: ‘La Gabarra Athletic’, an exhibition focused on the barge, its origin, function and meaning that it has adopted over the years.
4 July to 31 August: 2014 Exhibition on Giants and Big-Heads from Bilbao City Council.
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Over the course of a week in August, Bilbao’s Aste Nagusia combines the festive and cultural spirit of the city with sporting and leisure activities. Thus, between 16 and 24 August, different spaces within the city become makeshift stages to accommodate a comprehensive, diverse and quality programme aimed at all sections of the public. Nothing is missing: music, sports, theatre, activities for children...
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Amongst the more than 300 activities of a general nature that have been planned, which are, furthermore, free of charge, attention should be drawn to the launching of the rocket known as the Txupin, which marks the commencement of the fiestas, set to take place on Saturday 16 at the Arriaga Theatre; and the highly acclaimed displays that form a part of the City of Bilbao International Fireworks Competition, which in this edition are of a special nature, celebrating the Champion of Champions, an event that occurs every five years wherein the winners of the 4 previous editions compete once again. In a more festive and cultural vein we find more than one hundred concerts and musical performances that are offered in eight different venues; the Street Theatre programme, offering performances every day in Plaza Arriaga; the Euskal Herria Dances performed in Plaza Nueva; the Rural Sports exhibitions in El Arenal;
bertsolaris [singers of traditional Basque improvised songs] in Plaza de Santiago; and the exhibition on Giants and BigHeads in the Basque Museum.
The Txikigune, which is once again set within the previously highly successful venue of Do単a Casilda Park, concentrates activities aimed at children. This open space, covering more than 9000 square metres, enables play areas to be sectioned off to cater to children of different age groups, offering activities such as bouncy castles, painting and drawing workshops, climbing walls and pedal boats. Moreover, the txu-txu train service helps families move between the Do単a Casilda venue and El Arenal.
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music One of the main attractions of Bilbao’s ‘Big Week’ festival are the daytime performances, that is, activities programmed during the day that fill the city streets with colour and life. However, the music programme is the most highly anticipated element, having become a reference point within the calendar of August concerts in view of the diversity of styles offered. Music is largely concentrated around eight venues, each prepared to accommodate different musical styles and to cater to different audiences.
Sala Bilborock: This space provides a venue for performances by local pop/rock bands. Concerts begin at 8.00 pm.
Europa Park: This venue offers concerts by groups catering to a younger audience.
Kiosko del Arenal: Every day, at noon, the Municipal Band delights audiences in this emblematic venue.
Abandoibarra: Located next to the Guggenheim Museum and the Ría, this venue offers various styles of pop music. Concerts begin at 11.30 pm.
La Encarnación: This church in Atxuri is the refuge of lovers of classical music. There are performances every day at 8.30 pm.
Plaza Nueva: The urban venue par excellence, offering performances focused around world music. Concerts begin at 11.30 pm.
El Arenal: Open-air dances take place every day, with the finest orchestras offering two performances (at 11.15 pm and 1.45 am).
La Pérgola: Located in Doña Casilda Park, this is the perfect venue for the celebration of openair dances in the evening, with music from the sixties and seventies (there are two performances: at 9.00 and 11.00 pm). This space also provides the venue for the singing of traditional bilbainadas, at noon each day.
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Carme Canela.
From 19 to 22 August 2014 the Museum joins the Aste Nagusia celebration, opening its doors from 11 pm to 2 am. Visitors can enjoy the exhibitions listening to a daily jazz concert in the Atrium. The following concerts are scheduled: Sheila Cooper (Tuesday 19), Aruan Ortiz & Raynald Colom Duo (Wednesday 20), Cuban Jazz Quintet (Thursday 21) and Carme Canela & Joan Monné trio (Friday 22). Price: €15 for the general public and €8 for friends of the Museum. Entry includes the Museum visit and the concert. Tickets are available from the Guggenheim Museum Bilbao box office and on the website from 1 July (www.guggenheim-bilbao.es)
Sheila Cooper.
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THEATRE
‘Confesiones de Mujeres de 30’
‘El crédito’.
Euskalduna Conference Centre Abandoibarra, 4 94 431 03 10
From 15 to 14 September: Performances of the play ‘Confesiones de Mujeres de 30’ featuring the actresses Mónica Pérez, Meritxell Huertas and Ota Valdés. This singular comedy filled with monologues was penned by the Brazilian Domingos Oliveira and premiered in Río de Janeiro in 1992. 16, 17 and 18 August: Performance of the Spanish operetta ‘Los Gavilanes’, the work of the maestro Jacinto Guerrero that, written more than 90 years ago, has become one of the finest examples of this genre of singing. From 19 to 31 August: Performance of the play ‘El crédito’, with Carlos Hipólito and Luis Merlo, two of the leading figures within Spanish theatre. ‘El crédito’ was written by Jordi
‘Los Gavilanes’.
Galcerán and is directed by Gerardo Vera, director of the National Drama Centre up until 2011. From 21 to 31 August: Performance of the musical ‘Les Misérables’, the work that has ran for the longest period on the stages of London, since its premiere 28 years ago. Based on the novel by Victor Hugo and featuring a score by Claude-Michel Schönberg, it includes classics such as ‘I Dreamed a Dream’, ‘Do You Hear the People Sing’, ‘One Day More’ and ‘Stars’. This production, the work of the English producer Cameron Mackintosh, brings together more than 100 artists and technical staff with each performance, featuring more than 390 full costumes. Tickets can be purchased at the Euskalduna Conference Centre ticket offices, at Kutxabank multi-service cash points or via the Internet (www.euskalduna.net, www.entradas. com y www.kutxabank.es).
aste nagusia 21 Arriaga Theatre Plaza del Arriaga, 1 94 479 20 36
From 14 to 31 August: As part of the ‘Big Week of Bilbao’ celebrations, the theatre provides the venue for a performance of ‘The Hole’, a work involving collaboration between Yllana, Letsgo and Paco León. Following two highly successful seasons in Madrid and having managed to get the ‘sold out’ signs put up in several cities, the show continues its tour in Bilbao, mixing cabaret, theatre, circus, music and humour, in a funny, roguish, provocative and highly sensual tone. The seating area becomes a dining area serving food and drink during the fiesta.
‘The Hole’. Information on opening hours, reservations and discounts is available by calling 94 479 20 36. Tickets can be purchased in the theatre itself, via the website www.teatroarriaga.com or by calling 94 685 08 50.
Campos Elíseos Theatre
Sala BBK
Bertendona, 3 bis 94 443 86 10/41
Gran Vía, 19-21 94 405 88 24
From 14 to 20 August: Goyo Jiménez presents his new show, ‘By the way’.
16 to 19 August: Performance of the play ‘La lechuga’ (The lettuce), a black comedy that addresses subjects like family, illness, old age and death with acid irreverence.
From 21 to 26 August: A performance of ‘Maribel y la extraña familia’, the great comedy penned by Miguel Mihura. From 27 to 31 August: ‘Misión Florimón’, a comedy starring Canco Rodríguez and Vanesa Romero.
20 to 24 August: ‘Santi Millán Live’, stand-up full of fresh and original humour from the popular showman.
Information on opening hours, reservations and discounts is available by calling 94 443 86 10.
Tickets available at the Sala BBK box
Tickets can be purchased in the theatre itself, in
office (Gran Vía 19-21), in any of the BBK
Arteria Entradas and via the website www.ticket.
multiservice ATMs and via the venue
kutxabank.es. www.teatrocampos.com
website (www.salabbk.es).
Goyo Jiménez.
Santi Millán.
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Bullfighting 16 August: Bulls from the Herederos de Sánchez y Sánchez ranch, for Andy Cartagena, Diego Ventura and Leonardo Hernández. 17 August: Bulls from the Fuente Ymbro ranch for Manuel Escribano, Alberto Aguilar and Jiménez Fortes. 18 August: Bulls from the Alcurrucen ranch for Paco Ureña, Joselito Adame and Juan del Alamo.
19 August: Bulls from the Victorino Martín, Carmen Lorenzo and Bohórquez ranches for Pablo Hermoso de Mendoza; and bulls from the Victorino Martín, Alcurrucen and Victoriano del Río ranches for Enrique Ponce. 20 August: Bulls from the Núñez del Cuvillo ranch for Morante de la Puebla and José María Manzanares. 21 August: Bulls from the Garcigrande and Domingo Hernández ranch for Enrique Ponce, El Juli and Miguel Ángel Perera. 22 August: Bulls from the Jandilla ranch for Juan José Padilla, Miguel Ángel Perera and Iván Fandiño. 23 August: Bulls from the La Quinta ranch for Antonio Ferrera, Diego Urdiales and Iván Fandiño. 24 August: Bulls from the Victorino Martín Andrés ranch for Diego Urdiales, ‘El Cid’ and Luís Bolivar. Further information on timetables, reservations and ticket sales (season tickets or single fights) on 94 444 86 98. www.plazatorosbilbao.com
Enrique Ponce.
BILBAO TURISMO does not close During the Aste Nagusia, Bilbao Turismo offices will be open all day to take care of visitors who come to the city. The following is the list of opening hours:
PLAZA CIRCULAR office (Plaza Circular, 1. 94 479 57 60.) 9.00 am to 9.00 pm GUGGENHEIM OFFICE (Alameda Mazarredo, 66) 10.00 am a 7.00 pm www.bilbaoturismo.net E-mail: informacion@bilbaoturismo.bilbao.net
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Cirque du Soleil
The Canadian company Cirque du Soleil returns to Bilbao from 17 to 24 August to perform its ‘Dralion’ show. The production draws inspiration from eastern philosophy and its eternal search for harmony between human beings and nature. In fact, the name derives from two emblematic creatures: the dragon, which symbolises the East, and the lion, which symbolises the West.
In Dralion, the four elements which govern the natural order take on human form. Embodied in this way, each element is represented by its own evocative colour: air is blue, water is green, fire is red and earth is ochre. As a result, the production displays a harmonious blend of eastern and western acrobatic skill. The show takes place at the Bilbao Arena (13 Avenida Askataduna). Tickets are available at www.cirquedusoleil.com
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Bilbao BBK Live
The Prodigy.
Franz Ferdinand.
The Black Keys.
Vetusta Morla.
Bilbao BBK Live has been going strong for 9 editions now, and is the biggest music date in Northern Spain. Three days of debuts and reminders during which the highlights of the music scene make an appearance in the capital of Biscay to the delirium of their fans. Around 50 groups and solo artists are the stars of this event, which fills Mount Cobetas with rhythm between 10 and 12 July.
Amongst the stand-out artists and groups playing on the Kobetamendi site are: on 10 July Franz Ferdinand, Phoenix, Vetusta Morla, Crystal Fighters and John Newman; on 11 July The Prodigy, Jack Johnson, Bastille and Foster the People; and on 12 July, The Black Keys, MGMT, The Lumineers and Band Of Horses, as well as a large selection of DJs. www.bilbaobbklive.com
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BILBOKO KALEALDIA
Street Theatre Performances 2014
Hortzmuga.
The fifteenth edition of the Festival of Street Theatre and Arts, Bilboko Kalealdia, organised by the Department for Culture and Education within Bilbao City Council, with the collaboration of the Basque Government, the French Institute and the Provincial Council of Bizkaia, running from 1 to 5 July, includes artistic proposals ranging from street music to contemporary dance, along with traditional street theatre, modern circus performances, clowns, aerial acrobatics and parades of giants.
such as Casco Viejo, El Arenal and its quay, Plaza del Arriaga, Plaza Nueva and calle Epalza, provide the venues for the performances of 31 companies, half of which hail from France, Italy, Belgium and Japan, whilst six come from other parts of Spain.
The environs of calle Gran Vía (specifically, the area around Provincial Council Hall and calle Arbieto) and emblematic areas
Performances are offered between 5.00 pm
Amongst the proposals of the nine Basque companies taking part in the competition, attention should be drawn to the premiere of ‘Nola’, a performance by Hortzmuga.
and 0.00. Information on times, venues and companies is available on the website www. bilbokokalealdia.com or by calling 010.
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CAFETERIA
MARISQUERÍA
SERANTES
RESTAURANTE
RESTAURANTES MARISQUERIAS
Licenciado de Poza, 16 Teléfono 94 421 21 29 www.marisqueriaserantes.com 48011-BILBAO
Alda. Urquijo,51 Teléfono:Bar 94 421 10 45 Rest 94 410 26 99 48011-BILBAO
Mazarredo, 75 Teléfono:Bar 94 424 89 07 Rest 94 424 80 04 48009-BILBAO
28 performance Scene guide with some of the most stand-out concerts in the cultural programming of the Bilbao metropolitan area.
Michel Camilo.
XXXVIII Getxo Jazz 2014 2 to 6 July Aula de Cultura de Getxo Villamonte, A-8. 94 491 40 80. www.getxo.net
The programme of the thirty-sixth edition of the Getxo International Jazz Festival, which will take place from 2 to 6 July, again becomes the focus of public attention, opening the jazz season in the Basque Country. As is the custom, the Plaza del Biotz Alai plays host to the performances of the most
Raúl 3 July Sala BBK. Gran Vía, 19-21. 94 405 88 24. www.salabbk.es
Concert from the singer from Vitoria, Raúl, who goes on stage to perform with just his voice, accompanied by the music of the piano.
Hiromi The Trio Project.
outstanding artists, as well as the Group Competition from 9 pm. There are also free concerts organised in the Plaza de la Estación and jams in The Piper’s Irish Pub (Algorta). Amongst the most prominent names to feature in this festival are Natalia Dicenta (performing 2 July), Jack DeJohnette (3 July), Hiromi The Trio Project (4 July), Michel Camilo Trio (5 July) and Diego ‘El Cigala’(6 July).
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TAJ MAHAL 5 july Sala BBK. Gran Vía, 19-21. 94 405 88 24. www.salabbk.es
Within the setting of the Music Legends series, a concert from the American bluesman Taj Mahal, who blends rural with jazz, blues, reggae, calypso, zydeco and Hawaiian music.
Gospel Bilbao 11 July Teatro Campos Elíseos Bertendona, 3 bis. 94 443 86 10/41 www.teatrocampos.com
This Gospel music association offers a concert of the religious music that came out of the protestant Afro-American churches in the 18th century, and became popular from the 1930s.
David Guetta 19 July Bilbao Exhibition Centre. Ronda de Azcue, 1 (Barakaldo). 94 404 00 00.
BEC, converting this space into an enormous Ibiza-style discothèque, thanks to his commercial and rhythmic sessions.
www.bilbaoexhibitioncentre.com Tickets are available from
The popular DJ David Guetta performs in the Bizkaia Arena in the
www.entradasatualcance.com or on 902 07 00 87.
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Bilbao
BASKETBALL WORLD CUP HOST CITY The Biscay capital is now ready to host the preliminary stage of the 2014 FIBA Basketball World Cup from 30 August to 4 September. By organising this important sporting event, with the backing of Bilbao City Council, the Provincial Council of Bizkaia and the Basque Government, for a short period of time world interest will become focused on ‘el bocho’, as Bilbao’s residents affectionately refer to their city. The attraction of having the United States national team play their group stage games in the Bizkaia Arena builds up even more expectation for an event which will generate over 20 million euros for the city. The countdown has now begun!
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COMPETITION DATES 30th of August to 4th September
first phase: GRAN CANARIA-SEVILLAGRANADA Y BILBAO
6th to 12th September
final phase BARCELONA - MADRID
13th to 14th September
FINALS: MADRID
CALENDAR- BILBAO (Bizkaia Arena build)
08/30/2014
08/31/2014
09/02/2014
09/03/2014
09/04/2014
12.30 pm
Ukraine - Dominican R.
4.00 pm
New Zealand - Turkey
9.30 pm
USA - Finland
12.30 pm
Dominican R. - New Zealand
4.00 pm
Finland - Ukraine
9.30 pm
USA - Turkey
3.00 pm
Ukraine - Turkey
5.30 pm
USA - New Zealand
9.30 pm
Finland - Dominican R.
3.00 pm
New Zealand - Ukraine
5.30 pm.
Turkey - Finland
5.30 pm
Dominican R. - USA
3.00 pm
Finland - New Zealand
5.30 pm
Ukraine - USA
9.30 pm
Turkey - Dominican R.
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FAN ZONE The city and the province also have
Basketball area, which includes a
spaces where different activities and
complete court and some half-size
entertainment proposals are organised.
courts. In this area, training exercises,
The most outstanding of these is the
games and basketball-related
official Fan Zone, located in the El
competitions will be held.
Arenal pier, opening its doors from 29 August to 7 September. Fans will
World Cup 2014 sponsors’ area, an
be able to enjoy initiatives related to
area exclusively reserved for official
basketball and other areas. Among its
sponsors of the 2014 World Cup.
different environments, the Fan Zone boasts:
Local business area, where local brands and sponsors are situated.
Match viewing area, where there will be a giant screen, with small concerts
El Village, with a small area selling food
and other activities also taking place.
and drink.
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Especialidad en paellas Specialized in paellas Bertendona, 6. 94 415 08 18 García salazar, 12 94 410 20 21 bilbao
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SALE OUTLET
VOLUNTEERS
Once all City Passes and Day Passes
This group is crucial for achieving good
have sold out, on 1 July tickets for
organisation, as it carries out work in very
individual sessions will go on sale.
diverse areas. Once registered, the group of
These tickets can be purchased via the
applicants must complete the on-line training
sole official sales point
programme, from which approximately 250
www.spain2014.entradas.com
final volunteers will be chosen.
Over 1,200 people have registered for the volunteers programme at the Bilbao venue.
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Calendar of Trade Fairs 24 – 27 July: A new edition of Euskal Encounter will be held at the Bilbao Exhibition Centre (BEC) complex in Barakaldo. It is a mass gathering of computing fans and professionals looking, over four uninterrupted days, to swap knowledge and do all kinds of activities to do with computers.
This encounter, which attracts around 6,000 participants, is the descendent of a phenomenon that started at the end of the 1980’s in the north of Europe, in Norway, Denmark or Germany. The Bilbao ‘party’ is the oldest in Spain, this year being its 22nd edition. A day ticket costs 10€. Further information at www.euskal.org
The activity takes place in the Bilbao Exhibition Centre facilities (Barakaldo). Ronda de Azkue, 1. Apdo. 468. 94 404 00 00. www.bilbaoexhibitioncentre.com
Conventions Calendar 3 – 6 July: State Convention of Young Lawyers. 6 – 11 July: 14th International Conference on Martensitic Transformations (ICOMAT). 7 – 8 July: 17th Education Sociology Convention.
17 – 19 July: 3rd Meeting ‘Political Communication in a Transforming World’. 24 – 26 September: 16th International Stirling Engine Conference.
Further information at Bilbao Convention Bureau – BILBAO TURISMO. 94 479 57 70. www.bilbao.net/bilbaoturismo
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Sea & land Summer obliges us to forsake urban settings from time to time, in order to enjoy the leisure attractions afforded by the villages in the area surrounding Bizkaia’s capital. Whether inland or on the coast, Bizkaia offers a wide range of alternatives that combine nature, art, culture, gastronomy and fiesta. Below, we outline two trips that, whilst presenting markedly individual characters, are completely compatible.
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ELORRIO: CATERING TO ALL tastes The stately town of Elorrio, declared a Historical/Artistic Site in 1964, has made summer its best ambassador. Amassing its various monuments and tourist resources, and combining culture
and leisure, the town has prepared a programme for the summer months wherein nothing is missing. Below, we highlight the most important elements of this proposal, which is remarkable for its intensity.
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The Secrets of the Basilica
and cemeteries, homesteads, mills, fountains and wash areas and religious brotherhoods as aspects of social
A guided tour that reveals the treasures
organisation.
and hidden areas of the Basilica of the Purísima Concepción. Visitors can
Reservations in the Tourist Office in
immerse themselves in interesting
Elorrio. 94 682 01 64/ 605 726 420.
chapters of Elorrio’s past through
turismo@elorrio.net
the living history of this magnificent temple.
The Town
Reservations in the Tourist Office in Elorrio. 94 682 01 64/ 605 726 420.
This proposal entails a journey through
turismo@elorrio.net
the history of Elorrio commencing with its foundation, drawing attention to
Visit to Green Zenita
the role played by powerful families that, hailing from homesteads within the area, had great bearing both on
The tour of the rural neighbourhood of
the formation of the town and its
Zenita, which can trace its origins back
subsequent industrial and economic
for more than 1500 years, uncovers
development.
ethnographic elements of great interest, along with the community-based
Reservations in the Tourist Office in
and self-sufficient modus operandi
Elorrio. 94 682 01 64/ 605 726 420.
of such districts in the past: chapels
turismo@elorrio.net
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Visit to Elizalde
this acclaimed cheese amidst the serene beauty of Urkiola Nature Park.
This winery produces Txakoli Mendraka, one of the most prized within the Bizkaiko
The outing takes place on Sundays and
Txakolina Designation of Origin. The visit,
lasts for 4 hours (from 10.00 onwards),
which lasts for 90 minutes, allows you to
with a charge of 18€ for adults and 4€
become acquainted with the vineyard and
for children. Parties set off from Alluitz
the winery itself and also entails a tasting
Natura. For further information and
session with pintxos.
reservations, call 688 875 120. info@ alluitznatura.com
Price: 10€ per person. 685 72 83 24/ 94 682 00 00.
Shepherd for a day
Fabrics that adorned Elorrio This visit to the Zenita neighbourhood
This proposal allows those taking part
commences carding wool and ends
to become a shepherd for a day, which
spinning linen at the old wells. Between
entails walking through the hills along
one point and the other, threads and
transhumance trails, watching while
fabrics consisting of different fibres are
Harry, the border collie, guides the
obtained, recalling the trades of yesteryear.
flock through meadowlands, milking the sheep and learning how to produce
The event is set to take place on 5, 12, 19
curd employing traditional wooden
and 26 July and 2 and 9 August. The activity
and stone implements and becoming
commences at 10.00 and lasts for 3 hours.
familiar with the secrets of Idiazabal
There is a charge of 12€ to participate. For
cheese production. The day draws to
further information and reservations, call
a close with a tasting session involving
688 875 120. info@alluitznatura.com
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SOPELA: RUGGED NATURE
Sopela is a coastal municipality of dramatic cliffs and curious rock formations, such as the abrasion platform, formed as the waves erode the steep shoreline. However, first and foremost, the municipality is famous for its beaches, perfectly suited for surfing and bodyboarding. We are speaking of Barinatxe, an undeveloped beach of fine golden sand (each year, this area is the venue for an international nudist race); Arriatera-Atxabiribil, a long beach of fine sand with a heavy swell; and Me単akoz, an undeveloped beach of sand and gravel where nudism is permitted.
of Kurtzio, which testify to the fact that the history of this town, lying 18 kilometres from Bilbao, dates back to the prehistoric era; along with the Pe単as de Santa Marina, small escarpments composed mainly of silica, which are shared with Urduliz.
The natural heritage of Sopela is rounded off with archaeological remains such as the dolmens of Munarrikolanda or the settlement
Below, we present a few proposals that can be enjoyed in Sopela over the course of July and August, if you are seeking something different:
However, in addition to the attractions outlined above, the municipality also boasts cultural reference points such as the Church of San Pedro or the Chapel of Santa Marina, an eminently festive atmosphere in the summer months, the possibility of indulging in hiking and an excellent gastronomical offer.
11 to 16 July: Fiestas of El Carmen in Larrabasterra. 12 July and 30 August: Guided tour of the cliffs. The tour, which runs between 11.00 am and 1.30 pm, costs 3€. Further information in the Tourist Office in Sopela. 94 406 55 19. Reservations can also be made via the e-mail turismo@sopelana.net
20 July: Fiesta of Santa Marina, with street parades, a religious procession and a Spanish omelette competition, amongst other activities.
26 July, 23 August and 20 September: Children’s Geological Workshops ‘Following the tracks of dinosaurs’ - on the Arriatera beach, between 11.00 am and 2.00 pm, introducing children aged between 8 and 12 to the world of geology, explaining the formation of the coast of Sopela and raising awareness of the fossils on the area. The workshop costs 3€. For further information call 94 406 55 19.
42 shopping Surfinginspired fashion A few months ago, Styling Surf Company, the Basque brand that takes in the Styling Surfboards company and the conglomerate of Styling establishments, opened a shop in Bilbao with a very clear objective: mark trends and move beyond the idea that comes into everyone’s head when they think of these establishments (items relating to the sport and nothing more). Nothing could be further from the truth: the shop on calle Marqués del Puerto offers fashion, the latest trends, clothing, footwear and modern accessories that are easy to wear. The products are aimed at those who like to wear comfortable clothes, without renouncing refined and elegant styling, for men, women and children. The important point is that clients can clothe themselves from head to foot, as the shop also features the brands of other establishments within the chain (Volcom, Element, Hurley, Globe, Vans...) along with new brands, such as the recently founded Vissla. Amongst the offers of the new Styling shop, stand-out items include men’s shoes from 60€ to 80€ and jackets from 60€; girl’s T-shirts from 25€; and flip-flops from 25€ to 70€.
Styling Bilbao. Marqués del Puerto, 14. 94 600 00 77.
Opening hours: from Monday to Saturday, from 10.00 am to 8.30 pm without interruption. Items can also be purchased online. www.stylingsurf.com.
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The Sunflower The Eguzkilore brand was created in 2007 by the Zuluaga family, jewellers with a history of creating the finest handcrafted jewellery that dates back more than 50 years. It arose as a company combining the tradition of handcrafted jewellery items with an innovative perspective on fashion and trends.
The creative styling is grounded on the original eguzkilore, the sunflower expressed in the form of jewellery. With different finishes and combinations of materials and colours, gold and silver items are created that boast their own identity through unique designs.
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Moreover, the Eguzkilore flower is imbued with the strength afforded by Basque tradition and mythology. Currently, Eguzkilore has seven points of sale: four in Bizkaia (including the Corte Inglés in Bilbao), one in Donostia/San Sebastián, one in Vitoria-Gasteiz and one in Pamplona.
Eguzkilore Joya. Gran Vía 79. 94 439 94 07.
Opening hours: from Monday to Friday, between 9.30 am and 2.00 pm and between 4.00 pm and 8.00 pm; Saturdays, between 10.30 am and 2.00 pm.
shopping guide brand carolina herrera Carolina Herrera is a synonym of elegance, distinction, class and style and her shop in Bilbao is a reflection of her personality. Gran Vía, 46 94 424 25 64
gucci Clothes for men and women, and, particularly, accessories: top quality handbags, belts and scarves. Rodríguez Arias, 4 94 416 09 80
Michael kors The so-called ‘sport-luxury’ of Michael Kors features a sleek and modern shop in the very center of Bilbao. Gran Vía, 39
Persuade Shop that combines the sale of interior decoration elements with fashion from international designers. Clothes for men and women designed by brands such as Issey Miyake, Yohji Yamamoto, Balenciaga, or Dries Van Noten. Villarías, 8 94 423 88 64
fashion & accesories Falstaff Shop located in the centre of Bilbao. Fashion, shoes and accessories store, consolidated as a trend-setter due to the international brands it sells and
the new fads it displays each season. With more than 16 years’ experience. Colón de Larreategui, 29 94 423 35 78
Los Caprichos de Camille Charming shop where one can find fashion and accessories for women and children, original toys and Nordic style home decor items.
Colón de Larreategui, 21 946 07 14 11
Mundo Piel A shop specialising in all kinds of furs and with a broad collection of designs. Made-to-measure garments, alterations and transformation.
Bidebarrieta, 16 94 41542 31
Peletería YOLANDA LAESPADA Exclusive haute couture furs. Made-to-measure, tailoring, repairs and transformations. Gordoniz, 2 (Frente Alhóndiga) 94 422 20 69
presents Eguzkilore A jewellery brand based on Basque mythology. In the past the Eguzkilore was used as symbol of protection. Now ‘we have converted it into jewellery’.
Gran Vía, 79 y Gran Vía, 7-9 (El Corte Inglés). 94 439 94 07 www.eguzkilorejoya.com
Los jaboneros Museo del Jabón A store specialising in craft-made soaps, natural skin care and relaxation products, scents for the home, candles and personalised gifts. Carnicería Vieja, 29 94 416 86 12
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gastronomy shopping Claudio La Feria del Jamón Ham and coldcuts to take away. Esperanza, 3 94 479 00 11 Esperanza, 18 94 479 02 87
LA ALACENA DEL VÍCTOR MONTES Delicatessen that belongs to the famous restaurant of the same name, with first class Iberian products, cooked pork products, chocolates, liqueurs and wine cellar.
Martina de zuricalday The oldest cake shop with handmade confectionery in Bilbao. Its ‘carolinas’ (cakes with meringue, laced with a chocolate and egg topping) are legendary and, among its latest products, the most outstanding are ‘financiers’ (delicious little almond sponge cakes), muffins and cupcakes. Rodríguez Arias, 48 94 442 36 76. Ercilla, 43 94 443 57 96 Plaza San José, 3 94 424 13 46.
Plaza Nueva, 12
Doctor Areilza, 38
94 415 43 85
94 427 18 88
ALQUILER DE TURISMOS FURGONETAS MINIBUSES TODO TERRENO
www.losjaboneros.com.
c/ General Eguía, 20. Tfnos.: [94] 441 20 12 • Fax.: [94] 427 38 42. clientes@alquibilbo.com • www.alquibilbo.com
Jabones Artesanos
Productos naturales para la piel Velas y aromas para el hogar Regalos personalizados Abierto domingos de 12:00 a 14:30 h BILBAO. CASCO VIEJO. C/ CARNICERIA VIEJA 29 (Esquina Plazuela de Santiago)
Tfno.: 94 416 86 12
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Tradition and history The Víctor restaurant was established in 1940, although the family that currently runs it took charge of the establishment in 1973. Since then, the hallmark of this bar/restaurant has been offering traditional Basque food employing seasonal produce, along with desserts prepared in the establishment and a wine cellar offering more than 1,300 varieties. Mention should also be made of the friendly atmosphere and classic decoration in one of the areas of Bilbao with the greatest degree of traditional character.
The cafeteria and outdoor seating area can cater for more than 60 people and portions or raciones can be enjoyed for an average of approximately 25€, whilst the dish of the day costs 11.40€. There are also other options, such as salads, hot and cold hors d’oeuvre along with meat and fish dishes. The menu in the restaurant provides a greater choice, with seating for up to 60 people and a private dining area catering for 18 diners, wherein attention should be drawn to dishes such as peppers stuffed with mushrooms and prawns, pumpkin stuffed with vegetables and pan-fried foie gras, roast sea bass
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with shrimp sauce and cod served in four different manners (pil pil cod, Biscayan style cod, ajoarriero cod, or an assortment of the three). In terms of desserts, which are always freshly made, mention should be made of the rice tarts and millefeuille pastries. Furthermore the staff of the establishment, which remains closed after the fiestas of Bilbao (25 August to 8 September) have a knowledge of Spanish, English, French, Italian and Basque, in order to attend to everyone’s needs.
VÍctor. Plaza Nueva 2. 94 415 16 78.
Opening hours of cafeteria: from Monday to Friday, between 8.30 am and 11.00 pm, weekends, until 00.00. The restaurant opens from 1.00 pm to 3.30 pm and from 8.30 pm to 11.00 pm. It is closed on Sundays, except on indicated dates (consult website). Average menu price: 40€. www.restaurantevictor.es
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Delicious chicken Traditional Bilbao, the Bilbao of the Bridge and Church of San Antón, of the Ribera market and riverside strolls pervades the Zubiburu tavern. The experience is visual and gastronomical and, as the owner likes to point out, also filled with sound. Indeed, in this establishment there is even music in the toilets, along with the ‘chicken-session’ on Thursday nights. Nevertheless, there is a happy and homely atmosphere, with affordable prices, that is ideally suited to be enjoyed in the company of friends. The simple and rich food of Zubiburu includes tapas served in small earthenware pots and the dish of the day (7,50€, including drinks), whilst the menu entails an average price of 14€ should customers decide on this option. The protagonist is chicken, weighing in at 1,2 kilos, perfect for sharing between two or three people, along with other options, such as salad, paellas on Sundays and alubiadas [bean casseroles] on Wednesdays during the winter period. Other typical dishes served in the tavern include txipirones [small squid], txampis [mushrooms] in sauce and peppers stuffed with cod. The desserts are all homemade, with the exception of the goxua [layers of caramelsoaked sponge cake with custard and whipped cream], and attention should be drawn to the rice pudding, flans and a wide variety of tarts baked by the chef/ confectioner in an establishment that always welcomes tourists.
Zubiburu. Urazurrutia, 2. 94 406 40 06.
Summer opening hours: every day, from 10.00 am until 02.00 am; the kitchen closes at 11.00 pm. Average price: 14€.
gastronomy guide michelin stars Azurmendi ✶✶✶ Eneko Atxa’s restaurant has been awarded three Michelin stars. Haute cuisine presented in a casual format. Closed on Mondays. From Tuesday to Thursday and Sunday, it only opens at lunchtime. Friday and Saturday it opens all day. Menus from 135 €. Prêt à porter: 35 € approximately. Legina Auzoa, (Larrabetzu) 94 455 88 66
Andra mari ✶ Basque cuisine that combines tradition and innovation. One Michelin star. Menus from 38 €. Closed on Monday. From Sunday to Thursday, it is only open for lunch. Friday and Saturday, dinner until 11.00 pm. Average à la carte price: 70 €. Barrio Elexalde, 22, (Galdakao) 94 456 00 05
BOROA ✶ Restaurant with one Michelin star. Open every day. Lunch opening hours, from 1.00 pm to 3.30 pm; dinner from 8.30 pm to 10.30 pm on Friday and Saturday. Until 9.30 pm from Sunday to Thursday, in the winter. Menus from 30 €. Average à la carte price: 80€. Barrio Boroa Caserío Garay, 11 (Amorebieta) 94 673 47 47
Etxanobe (Palacio euskalduna) ✶ Restaurant belonging to the chef Fernando Canales, with a Michelin star. Closes on Sunday except on special dates. Average price a la carte: 67 Euros. Avenida Abandoibarra, 4 (Palacio Euskalduna) 94 442 10 71
Etxebarri ✶ One Michelin star. Creative cuisine. Closes on Monday. Average price: 100 €. Plaza San Juan, 1 (Atxondo) 94 658 30 42
Mina ✶ One Michelin star. Imaginative cuisine. Its menu is ample and original. Muelle Marzana, s/n 94 479 59 38
Nerua ✶ Josean Alija’s restaurant has one Michelin star. Creative cuisine. Average price: 80 €. Avda. Abandoibarra, 2 94 400 04 30
Zortziko ✶ Daniel García’s restaurant has one Michelin star. Closes on Sunday and Monday. Creative cuisine. Menus from 60 €. Average price: 100 €. Alda. Mazarredo, 17 94 423 97 43 94 423 63 96
basque & d’auteur Abando Specializing in grilled meat and fish. Daily menu: 12 Euros. Weekend menu: 18 Euros. Average price à la carte: 45 Euros. Opened every day. Located opposite the Ensanche car park. Colón de Larreátegui, 31 94 424 57 79
Aizian (Hotel mELIÁ bILBAO) Representative cuisine from the basque gastronomy. Closed on Sundays. Average price a la carte: 55€. Lehendakari Leizaola, 29 94 428 00 39
ATEA (Grupo Zortziko) Food for everybody with an excellent quality-price ratio. Average à la carte price: between 15 and 20 Euros. Closed on Sunday evenings and all day Monday. Paseo Uribitarte, 40 94 400 58 69
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casa rufo Do not miss the t-bone steak. Average à la carte price: 35€. Hurtado de Amézaga, 5 94 443 21 72
doma (Hotel Silken Domine) Quality fresh market cuisine with Martín Berasategui’s hallmark. Located on the terrace of the hotel, it has beautiful views. Average à la carte price: 85 €. Alameda de Mazarredo, 61 94 425 33 00
Egiluz Set daily menu and small individual casseroles. Specializes in steak 1 ½ Kilo and fresh fish. Average à la carte price: 30 €. Opened on Sundays
Calle del Perro, 4 94 415 02 42
El VIEJO ZORTZI (Grupo Zortziko) Traditional basque cuisine, but modernized at a good price. Set menus from 25€. Licenciado Poza, 54 94 441 92 49
Getaria (Asador) The best fish and meat grilled over oak charcoal. Private rooms. Open on Sundays and holidays. Opening hours from 1.30 pm to 3.30 pm and from 9.00 pm to 11.30 pm. In the centre of Bilbao. Colón de Larreátegui, 12 94 424 39 23
La Barraca Specialised in paellas. Bertendona, 6 94 415 08 18 García Salazar, 12 94 410 20 21
LASA Located on a pleasant pedestrian street, it has a spacious equipped terrace on which you can enjoy its cuisine, based on traditional flavours but adapted to modern times. It offers a wide range of tapas at the bar, including hot tapas. Average price: 25 €. Diputación, 3 94 424 01 03
Marisquería Mazarredo Octopus, shellfish and grilled meat in the centre of Bilbao, opposite the Guggenheim. Set menus from 28 €. Grilled seafood from 53 €. Opened on Sundays
Alameda Mazarredo, 49 94 423 08 18
Nicolás Seasonal dishes. Tasting menu 31.50 €. Average à la carte price: 40 €. Menus for groups as from 34,95 €. Ledesma, 10 94 424 07 37
Porrue Seasonal dishes with local products. Grilled fish and meat. Average à la carte price: 50 €. OPEN ON SUNDAY* only for lunch
Alameda Rekalde, 4 94 423 13 13
Rimbombín Seafood restaurant named Celebrated of the City due to its 78 years of pleasing the taste of Bilbao. Closed on Monday. Executive menu: 16 euros. Average à la carte price: 50€. Opened on Sundays
Hurtado de Amézaga, 48 94 421 31 60
Serantes Specialised in fish and shellfish. Average price: 50€. Opened on Sundays
Licenciado Poza, 16 94 421 21 29
Serantes II Seafood restaurant. Average price: 50€. Opened on Sundays
Alameda Urquijo, 51 94 421 10 45
Serantes III Seafood restaurant. Average price: 50€. Opened on Sundays
Alameda Mazarredo, 75 94 424 89 07
54 gastronomy URBIETA Specialises in traditional Basque cuisine. Cod in ‘pil-pil’ sauce, Basque-style hake, peppers stuffed with hake and king prawns, beef cutlet steak, a range of sharing dishes… Average à-la-carte price: 25€-30€. Perro, 4 94 415 02 43
Víctor Traditional basque cuisine. Average price: 40€. Plaza Nueva, 2 94 415 16 78
Yandiola (AlhóndigaBilbao) Traditional cuisine in the centre of Bilbao. Closed Sunday evening and all day Monday. Average à la carte price: 60€. Plaza Arriquibar, 4 94 413 36 36
urban cuisine & Pintxos Bistro Guggenheim Striking gastronomy, tasty and of high quality, laced with subtle touches of high cuisine. Closes on Monday, except holidays, or on the eve of a holiday. Evenings only from Thursday to Saturday. Sampler menu: 32€ + VAT. Average price: 25-30€. Abandoibarra, 2 94 423 93 33
Bodega urbana Original space which revives the old wine shops that were located in the suburbs with an innovative design, bringing wine to all kinds of public at a very good price, accompanied by gourmet products from the Basque Country.
brass 27 Menu with a predominance of food grilled with charcoal, tapas and snacks. They serve outstanding grilled octopus and scallops. They serve a set menu for: 9.50 euros. Average price: 25 € Licenciado Poza, 27 94 427 54 55
CafÉ Bar Bilbao Hot rations of calamares, fried squid, mushrooms... Plaza Nueva, 6 94 415 16 71
Claudio La Feria del Jamón Ham and coldcuts to take away. Esperanza, 9 94 416 63 08
El Globo A meeting place due to its location, acclaimed bar serving tapas, earthenware-pot and sharing dishes. Air-conditioned terrace. OPENed ON SUNDAY
Diputación, 8 94 415 42 21
El txoko de la Mary Mediterranean cuisine with innovative touches. Set menu of the day: 9,95 €. Bidebarrieta, 14 94 479 42 98
Fresc Co Restaurant-open buffet from Monday to Sunday, uninterrupted service from 12.30 pm until 1.00 am. Weekday buffet: 9,40€; Evenings, weekends, and holidays: 10,70€. Ledesma, 12 94 423 30 01
Hola Bar Alhóndiga
OPEN ON SUNDAY* only for lunch
Tapas during the day. Open from Monday to Thursday until 11.00 pm; from Friday to Sunday until 12.00 pm. Set menu from Monday to Friday for lunch: 9,80€. Special menus and children’s menus during the weekend.
Gran Vía, 66 944 41 61 81
Plaza Arriquibar, 4 94 607 14 16
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MUGI
Historical coffee. Hot and cold ‘pintxos’ (Tapas). Set menu of the day: 14 €. Set menus for holidays: 17€. Small casseroles in the evenings. OPENed ON SUNDAY
So typical of Bilbao! Ample selection of ‘pintxos’ (tapas), great selection of wines, Iberian ham cut with a knife, snacks… Licenciado poza, 55. 94 441 30 16
Jardines de Albia, 3. 94 423 70 21
La Granja Historical coffee. Closes on Sunday and holidays. It has a bar with a display of ‘pintxos’ (tapas), menus and a small casserole menu. Preparation and sale of Basque corn crepes in the afternoon. Set menu of the day (from Monday to Friday): 13,75 €. Set menu on Saturday: 17€. Plaza Circular, 3 94 423 08 13
la Mary Traditional Mediterranean cuisine with a contemporary touch. Set daily menu: 9,95 €. Average price: 16-20€. Plaza Arriquibar, 3 94 410 77 91
La Taberna de los Mundos Price of the set menu: 11,90€. Small casseroles and sandwiches. Average à la carte price: 15€. Luchana, 1 94 416 81 81 Simón Bolívar, 17 94 441 35 23
Cardenal Gardoqui, 3
Licenciado Poza, 55
internacional cuisine EL TRASTEVERE Italian cuisine: pasta, meat dishes, dishes au gratin, salads or ‘carpaccios’. Generous portions, ideal for sharing. Average à la carte price: 20€. Opened every day of the week. Ledesma, 6 94 423 78 32
La Florinda (AlhóndigaBilbao) Food&Fusion: different cuisine and products from all over the world opened to the public. This restaurant aims to share food from all over the world, eating one dish, perhaps based on the suggestion of the chefs. Opened every day of the
Gran Vía, 55
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56 gastronomy week. Closes Sunday evenings and all day Monday. Set menu of the day from Monday to Friday 10€.
Cardenal Gardoki, 3 94 415 75 94 Licenciado Poza, 55 94 427 81 81 Gran Vía, 55 94 441 96 97
Plaza Arriquibar, 4 94 607 22 18
miu Japanese food with a Mediterranean touch. Set menu of the day: 10,95€. Average price: 18-20€. Plaza Arriquibar, 2 94 410 86 92
outside Bilbao AmorebietA
shibui Innovative Japanese cuisine, which faithfully reflects Japanese food. Ample and varied menu. Average price: 35€. Cardenal Gardoqui, 6 94 679 32 04
Gu GEu Traditional cuisine with a modern touch. Weekend set menu and sampler menu. Average à la carte price: 50€. Barrio Enartxe, s/n 94 673 26 50
ribs The best ribs and hamburgers grilled over holm-oak charcoal, with the true American flavour. Set daily menu: 10,50€. Alameda de Rekalde, 54 94 410 95 47
Axpe-Atxondo Mendi Goikoa Fish and meat. Average à la carte price: 45€. Barrio San Juan, 33 94 682 08 33
TAGLIATELLA Italian cuisine with a large variety of fresh, or stuffed pasta and home made pizzas. Ideal for sharing. Opened every day. Average price 20€. Takeaway food.
Bakio EnePeri Specialising in meat and fish.
Barrio San Pelayo, 89 94 619 40 65
Menú del
Día
de lunes a vie rnes (laborable) 9, 95€ Ticket Medio Carta 16€ - 20€
comida mediterranea
C/Bidebarrieta, 14 Tfno.: 94 479 42 98
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ÍA DEL D MENÚ por sólo
10,50€
Las mejores costillas y hamburguesas hechas al carbón de encina con el auténtico sabor americano
Bilbao C/ Alameda Rekalde, 54. 94 410 95 47 Barakaldo CC. Megapark (zona restauración). 94 437 01 75
Menú del
Comida mediterranea Plaza Arriquibar, 3, Bilbao r 944 10 77 91
Día
de lunes a vi ernes (laborable) 9, 95€ Ticket Medio Carta 16€ - 20€
58 gastronomy DERIO Txakoli Artebakarra
iurreta goiuria
Outstanding cêpes in Port sauce and foie. Average à la carte price: 40€.
Specializes in grilled fish and meat. Wood-burning oven. Varied menus. They have low-cost casseroles. Average price: 50€.
Forua
Barrio Goiuria, 16 94 681 08 86
Ctra. Derio-Mungia, km 17 94 454 12 92 / 94 454 19 72
Baserri Maitea Traditional basque cuisine. Barrio Atxondoa, s/n 94 625 34 08
Galdakao Aretxondo Traditional cuisine with innovating touches. Executive menu: 16,30€. Aretxondo Menu and weekend menu: 35 euros. Average à la carte price: 50€. Barrio Elexalde, 20 94 456 76 71
Getxo Cubita
KORTEZUBI Lezika Specialising in beans and fish. Average price: 30€. Caserío Lezika 94 625 29 75
Loiu Aspaldiko Seasonal dishes. Average price: 35€. Barrio Zabalueche, 155 94 453 14 21
Mundaka Portuondo
Fish. Average à la carte price: 45€.
Rice with clams and charcoal grilled hake. Average price: 35€.
Ctra. de la Galea, 30 94 491 17 00
Barrio Portuondo, 1 94 687 60 50
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LA TABERNA
DE LOS MUNDOS Carta de bocadillos con diferentes tipos de panes Menús del día, raciones y carta Disponemos de terraza cubierta en el local de la C/ Lutxana Síguenos en Facebook y en nuestro blog (latabernadelosmundosblogspot.com) Simón Bolívar, 17. Bilbao Lutxana, 1. Bilbao
94 441 35 23
94 416 81 81 www.delosmundos.com
Menú del Día MenúDe dellunes Día a viernes de lunes(laborable) a viernes 10,95€ (laborable) 10,95€
Carta
Carta
Ticket medio 18-20€ Ticket medio 19€ Plaza de Arriquibar, 2. BILBAO 94 410 86 82
URBIETA
BAR RESTAURANTE Cocina casera, tradicional vasca Especialidad en: Bacalao al pil-pil Merluza a la vasca Pimientos rellenos de merluza y langostinos Chuletón Cazuelitas variadas... C/ Perro, 4 (Casco Viejo) - Bilbao Reservas: 94 415 02 43 www.restauranteurbieta.es Síguenos en restauranteurbieta
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Intense night
Kafe Antzokia is considered the cornerstone of Bilbao nightlife, with its eclectic musical selection in the main room, and more specialised music in its Stereorocks club.
From the first hour to the last, this old theatre converted into a multi-use cultural centre is a cafĂŠ in the morning, restaurant at midday, concert room at night and a very popular nightclub in the early hours.
But furthermore, this space has a very popular restaurant, not just because of the originality that eating over a theatre stage supposes, but also for its excellent quality-price ratio. Dishes of the day, combined dishes and Ă la carte menu are served.
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The unique profile of this venue gives it its cultural centre vibe, with a varied programming that gives prominence to all cultural manifestations in the Basque language, which go from concerts of Basque and international groups of all styles to the organisation of theatre performances, conferences, fiestas, private events, etc.
Kafe Antzokia. San Vicente, 2.  94 424 46 25.
Open Monday to Saturday with the following timetable: Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday from 10.00 am to 9.00 pm; Thursday and Friday, from 10.00 am to 5.00am (concerts start around 9.00 pm); Saturday, from 12.00 pm to 5.00 am. www.kafeantzokia.com
night guide Cafe Amorino Gelateria (ice cream shop), coffees from all over the world. Iparraguirre, 1
Bochoco
Blue Moon Coffee and breakfast during the week and lounge bar on friday and saturday evenings. Henao, 6
Bluesville Cocktails in a medieval decor. Telesforo Aranzadi, 1
Coffees and confectionery. Henao, 13
El Tilo Very traditional.
Paseo de El Arenal, 1
Lamiak Coffees, teas and homemade cakes, and your best long drinks in the evenings and at night. Pelota, 8
ozio arizona Game room. Gran Vía, 70
SanwiCoffee Variety of coffees, teas and smoothies. full breakfast is available. Plaza de Euskadi (Ramón Rubial, 4)
Cocktails/pub Alambique The best scene.
Alameda Urquijo, 37
Antigua cigarrería Specializes in vermouth and aperitifs. Astarloa, 5
bernardo cafÉ bar Specializes in gin tonics and mojitos. Gran Vía, 69
bitoque original Meticulous selection of wines and cavas. Rodríguez Arias, 32
Bowie Cocktails and good music. Licenciado Poza, 39
Café-bar Jaime Mixed drinks with class. Gran Vía, 86
Compañía del ron Great variety of rum and rhythm. Máximo Aguirre, 23
Continental Classical ambience bar. Particular de Estraunza, 3
Crazy Horse Rock music opposite the Guggenheim. Avda. de las Universidades, 5
Distrito 9 Parties with famous djs. Alameda Recalde, 18
El Corto Maltés Specializes in gin tonics. María Díaz de Haro, 20
evidence Premium cocktail bar. Spirits and Food with Live Music. Barreinkua, 12
Flash Ballroom dancing. Telesforo Aranzadi, 4
Galeón Easy-listening music. Alameda Mazarredo, 19
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Grafit Contemporary music. Urrutia, 1 (Plaza Indautxu)
K2 Exhibitions and good music. Tapas, sandwiches and Cocktails. Somera, 10
La barmacia Coffee, imported beer and drinks. Villarías, 5
la casa del bandido Quality cocktails. Alameda Urquijo, 84
La Otxoa A popular classic. Lersundi, 8
Mitote Cafeteria-bar in pleasant environment. Belosticalle, 13
Memorial Large variety of combined drinks. Ibáñez de Bilbao, 9
Nashville A lot of rhythm. Licenciado Poza, 20
Oker A classic. Licenciado Poza
Soho Music and drinks until 6.00 am. Rodríguez Arias, 3
la terraza del yandiola Cocktail menu and chill-out music. Plaza Arriquibar, 4
TranvÍa Typical of Bilbao. Simón Bolívar, 3
Twiggy Charming barmaids. Alameda Urquijo, 35
live music / discoteques azkena Alternative concerts. Ibáñez de Bilbao
Café-teatro La Farándula Live music.
Pérez Galdós, 13
caos club 20 years of good atmosphere. Simón Bolívar, 10
Congreso House Music.
Muelle de Uribitarte, 4
Consorcio To begin the evening. Barrencalle Barrena, 10
Cotton Club Special atmosphere and original design. Gregorio de la Revilla, 25 (Entrada por Simón Bolívar) 94 410 49 51 . www.cottonclubbilbao.com
Dakar Spanish music karaoke. Heros, 13
Fever Concerts of all kinds.
Tellería, 27 (Polígono Santa Ana)
Kafe Antzokia Wide offer of concerts. Plaza San Vicente
Mistyk Coffee-theatre with a lot of excitement. Alameda Mazarredo, 21 (Esquina con Ercilla)
QU&DO Non-stop
Ibáñez de Bilbao
64 useful information BILBAOCARD The ‘BilbaoCard’ provides visitors to Bilbao with savings and ease to plan and enjoy their visit to the city. The card can be used on the entire Creditrans transportation network (Bilbobus, the Artxanda Funicular Railway, Euskotran and the Bilbao Metro), and also provides discounts of 10 to 50% at museums, performances, shops, restaurants and other holiday venues. ‘The BilbaoCard’ can be purchased directly at the various BIT offices in the City or on the Internet, and has a price of 6€ for one day, 10€ for two days, and 12 € for three days. Guided tours through Bilbao Bilbao Tourism organizes guided walking tours accompanied by a professional guide every Saturday and Sunday, with two itineraries: Ensanche and Abandoibarra, leaving at noon from the Bilbao Tourism office located next to the
Information Consular Office Alameda Recalde, 50. 94 470 64 26 Citizen Information 010 ó 94 424 17 00
Guggenheim Museum; and Casco Viejo, leaving at 10.00 am from the Bilbao Tourism office at Plaza Circular. Tours can be arranged by appointment for groups of more than 15 people for the desired day and time. Price per person: 4,50€. Length: 1 hour and 30 minutes. 94 479 57 60. información@bilbaoturismo.bilbao.net
Bilbao Reservations This new central reservations service is designed to accommodate the hotel demand generated at tourist information offices, as well as to promote Bilbao and its lodging. The service provides a telephone hotline for information and reservations ( 902 87 72 98), as well as personal attention at the tourist offices at La Plaza Circular and at the Guggenheim. Bilbao Reservations is also available 24 hours a day through its web site. www.bilbaoreservas.com
Documentation (General Information) 900 15 00 00
PolicE AND EMERGENCIES
Information on the Transport Consortium of Biscay: Metro, Bizkaibus, Bilbobus, Eusko Tren, Eusko Tran, RENFE, FEVE, Vizcaya Transporter Bridge and Funicular of Artxanda. 901 64 06 42
General Information on Roads 900 12 35 05 / 112
Ertzaintza. SOS-Deiak 112 / 94 444 14 44
Eusko Tren (ET/FV) Atxuri, 6. 902 54 32 10
Consumer Information Office 94 420 49 69
Municipal Police Luis Briñas, 14. 092
Eusko Tran 902 54 32 10 www.euskotren.es/euskotran
Weather Service 94 453 06 660
Basque Health Service 94 410 00 00
Lost objects 94 420 49 81 Customs Barroeta Aldámar, 1. 94 423 47 00 Passports-Visas-National Identity Documents Alcalde Uhagón, 6. 94 421 00 00 Ext. 215
Emergencies Medical Service 902 21 21 24
Transport
Ferrocarriles Españoles Vía Estrecha (FEVE) Bailén, 2. 94 423 22 66 RENFE Plaza Circular, 2. 902 24 02 02
Bilbao-Loiu International Airport 94 471 03 01
Metro Bilbao. 94 425 40 25
Ferry Bilbao-Porstmouth Cosme Echevarrieta, 1. 94 423 44 77
Buses Bilbobus-Bizkaibus-Airport 902 222 265
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tourist transport Artxanda Railway Constructed in 1931 by the Swiss Van Rou Company. After the installation of the latest technical advances, today the railway travels along a 770-metre route, from Bilbao to Mount Artxanda. Carretera de Artxanda a Santo Domingo, 27. 94 445 49 66
Transporter Bridge The oldest transport-bridge in the world, connecting Las Arenas with Portugalete, and that was recently declared a World Heritage Site by the UNESCO World Heritage Committee. Designed by the architect Alberto Palacio, it was inaugurated in 1893, and since then has been used by 650 million people. The service operates 24 hours a day, at 0.35 Euros a ride. The observation overpass is opened from 10.00 am to sunset. Price: Normal entry ticket: 7€; Walkway tour with audio-guide: 9€; Groups of 20+, children and OAP’s: 5,60€; Children under 5: free.
Audio-guide only: 2€. From Easter to July a photo exhibition entitled ‘Vizcaya Bridge; our industrial past’ on one of the terraces the bridge has on the Getxo bank. 94 480 10 12
Sightseeing bus This service is provided during holidays, long week-ends, Easter and during the summer season (July, August and September). You can find out about routes and timetables by calling. 696 42 98 48. www.busturistikoa.com
Bilboats This company offers three nautical outings along the estuary on the Ibai Alai boat: Navegando Bilbao (Navigating around Bilbao) (duration 60 minutes), Navegando al mar (Navigating to the sea) (120 minutes) and Navegas tú (You navigate) (to suit customer’s requirements). Prices range between 1€ (under 4 years of age) and 17€. The berth is located in Plaza de Pío Baroja (Pio Baroja Square). 94 642 41 57. www.bilboats.com
Garellano-Termibus Bus Terminal Gurtubay, 1. 94 439 52 05
Alquibilbo, S. L. General Eguía, 20. 94 441 20 12
Radio Taxi. 94 444 88 88
parking
Radio Taxi Bizkaia. 94 426 90 26
Parking on working days on the streets of Bilbao is ruled by a limited time system.
Radio Taxi Femade. 94 480 09 09
Underground parking lots: Arenal, Instituto-Correos, Ensanche, Indautxu, La Alhóndiga, Palacio Euskalduna y Pío Baroja.
vehicles
Communications
Municipal Crane 94 420 50 98
Telegrams by phone 94 424 20 00
Inmobilized vehicles due to traffic offence 94 420 50 98
Post Office Alameda Urquijo, 19. 94 422 05 48 / 94 422 03 76
Urban Bike. Renting of bycicles and tandems Villarías, 3 94 407 73 73 www.urban-bike.es
CREDIT CARDS
Tele Taxi. 94 410 21 21
(LOSS OR THEFT) American Express 91 572 03 03
Diners Club 902 40 11 12 / 91 211 43 00 Eurocard-Mastercard: Nacional credit card 91 519 21 00 / 91 519 60 00 Foreign credit card 900 97 44 45 Visa Servired: Nacional credit card 91 519 21 00 / 91 519 60 00 Foreign credit card 900 97 12 31 4B 91 362 62 00 / 902 11 44 00 6000 91 596 53 35
foreign currency Updated exchange rate information 91 384 16 24
66 maps Hotels Bilbao 1 Carlton ***** Plaza Federico Moyúa, 2. 94 416 22 00 www.hotelcarlton.es 2 G. H. Dómine Bilbao Silken ***** Alameda Mazarredo, 61. 94 425 33 00 http://silken-gran-hotel-domine.h-rez.com/ 3 López de Haro ***** Obispo Orueta, 2. 94 423 55 00 www.hotellopezdeharo.com 4
Meliá Bilbao *****
Lehendakari Leizaola, 29. 94 428 00 00 http://es.melia.com/hoteles/espana/bilbao/ melia-bilbao/index.html 5
Abando ****
Colón de Larreátegui, 7. 94 423 62 00 www.hotelabando.com 6
Barceló Bilbao Nervión****
Campo Volantín, 11. 94 445 47 00 7
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Artetxe **
Ctra. Enekuri-Artxanda, km. 7. 94 474 77 80 www.hotelartetxe.com 24
Bilbao Jardines **
Jardines, 9. 94 479 42 10 www.hotelbilbaojardines.com 25
Bilbi **
Miribilla, 8. 94 415 28 11 www.hotelbilbi.com/castellano.html 26
Estadio **
Plaza Encarnación, 3 . 94 433 07 59 www.hotelsirimiri.com
Hesperia Zubialde ****
Pablo Picasso, 13. 94 443 14 50 www.hotelvistaalegre.com
Holiday Inn Bilbao ****
Ribera, 3. 94 479 00 01 www.hotelarriaga.es
NH-Villa de Bilbao ****
Gran Vía, 87. 94 441 60 00 www.nh-hoteles.es/nh/es/hoteles/espana/ bilbao/nh-villa-de-bilbao.html 14 Sercotel Coliseo **** Alameda de Urquijo, 13. 94 679 29 31 www.hotelcoliseobilbao.com 15 Silken Indautxu **** Bombero Etxaniz, s/n. 94 421 11 98 www.hoteles-silken.com/hotel-indautxu-bilbao 16 Spa Husa Jardines de Albia **** San Vicente, 6. 94 435 41 40 www.hotelhusaspajardinesdealbia.com 17 Zenit Bilbao **** Autonomía, 58. 94 410 81 08 www.zenithoteles.com 18
Tryp Arenal ***
Hesperia Bilbao****
Avda. Zumalacárregui, 40. 94 412 43 00 www.holidayinn.com/hotels/us/es/bilbao/ biohi/hoteldetail 12 Miró **** Alameda Mazarredo, 77. 94 661 18 80 www.mirohotelbilbao.com 13
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Fueros, 2 (Arenal). 902 14 44 40 www.tryphotels.com/es/hotel-tryp-arenalbilbao-espana.html
P. Martínez Artola, 8. 94 443 71 00 hotelzabalburu.com
Camino de la Ventosa, 34. 94 400 81 00 www.hesperia-zubialde.com 11
Petit Palace Arana ***
Gran Bilbao****
Campo Volantín, 28. 94 405 11 00 www.hesperia-bilbao.com
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Bidebarrieta, 2. 94 415 64 11 www.petitpalacearanabilbaohotel.com
J. A. Zunzunegui, 10. 94 442 42 41 www.hotelestadio.net
Indalecio Prieto, 1. 94 432 85 75. www.hotelgranbilbao.com 9
NH Deusto ***
Ercilla ****
Ercilla, 37/39. 94 470 57 00 www.hotelercilla.es 8
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Francisco Maciá, 9. 94 476 00 06 www.nh-hoteles.es/nh/es/hoteles/espana/ bilbao/nh-deusto.html
Abba Parque ***
Rodríguez Arias, 66. 94 441 31 00-32 00 www.abbaparquehotel.com 19 Best Western Conde Duque *** Campo Volantín, 22. 94 445 60 00 www.bestwesternhotelcondeduque.com
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Photo Zabalburu** Sirimiri **
Vista Alegre ** Arriaga *
Ibis Bilbao *
General Concha, 28. 94 443 39 37 www.accorhotels.com/es/hotel-6141-ibisbilbao-centro/index.shtml 32
Ripa *
Ripa, 3. 94 423 96 77 www.hotel-ripa.com 33
Edificio Santiago Apartahotel
Licenciado Poza, 12. 94 470 39 20 www.edificiosantiago.com 34
Edificio Apartamentos Atxuri
Ortutxueta, 1. 94 466 78 32 www.apartamentosatxuri.com 35
Albergue Bilbao
Ctra. Basurto-Kastrexana, 70 94 427 00 54 http://albergue.bilbao.net This establishment is ISO 9002 certified and has 48 rooms (22 double rooms). The dining room is open to the public.
Hotel Modus Vivendi***
Sipiri, 32 - Sopelana Tel.: 94 676 70 77 www.hotelmodusvivendi.com Family hotel with 18 bedrooms, located in a peaceful but centrally located area of Sopelana, a coastal town with magnificent beaches, and only one step away from the metro station. Free gymnasium and sauna.
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Jardines de Albia
Plaza Circular, 3
Precioso café de principios de siglo (1903), declarado “monumento singular” en atención a su peculiar decoración mudéjar, su continuada labor de animación socio-cultural y amplia oferta de hostelería.
Lugar de encuentro en el centro neurálgico de Bilbao. Sabor a Café antiguo (de 1926) con servicio de menú y desayunos, picoteo y copas con ambiente.
The Iruña coffee shop founded at the beginning of the Century, with its unique Mudejar decoration is full of a cosy atmosphere with an interesting menu and delicious drinks. Tel.: 944 23 70 21
A real meeting point in the city center of Bilbao. A taste of the old time coffee shops (since 1926) with a menu, breakfasts and drinks in a very lively atmosphere. Tel.: 944 23 08 13
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gastronomía compras gastronomy &yshopping 1 Abando
2 Alquibilbo 3 Bodega Urbana
4 Brass 5 Café Bilbao
6 Claudio La Feria del Jamón 7 Egiluz 8 Eguzkilore 9 El Globo
10 El Txoko de la Mary 11 Eskina Kasko
12 FrescCo
13 Getaria 14 Iruña
15 La Barraca 16 La Granja 17 La Mary
18 La Taberna de los Mundos 19 Lasa
20 Los Jaboneros 21 Miu 22 Nicolás
espacios interés spaces ofde interest 23 Ribs
24 Rimbombín 25 Serantes 26 Shibui 27 Tagliatella
28 Trastevere
29 Urbieta 30 Víctor
31 Yandiola/La Florinda
1 A rchaeological Museum of
Bizkaia 2 A thletic Club Museum
(closed for works) 3 Museum of Fine Arts
6 Euskararen Etxea
11 Bullfighting Museum
7 G uggenheim Bilbao
12 Basque Museum
Museum 8 B ilbao Maritime Museum
(C2)
4 Benedict Museum Bilbao
9 Museum of Passages (A5)
5 D iocesan Museum of
10 B ilbao Museum
Sacred Art
Reproductions (B5)
13 Alhóndiga Bilbao 14 E uskalduna Conference
Centre and Concert Hall 15 Rekalde Exhibition Space