Overview
Bilbao, an industrial port city in northern Spain, is surrounded by green mountains. It’s the de facto capital of Basque Country, with a skyscraper-filled downtown.
Description
It’s famed for the Frank Gehry–designed Guggenheim Museum Bilbao, which sparked revitalization when it opened in 1997. The museum houses prominent modern and contemporary works, but it’s the curvy, titanium-clad building that receives the most attention. Staggering architecture, a venerable dining scene and stunning landscapes just outside the city centre: Bilbao is one of the great treasures of the Basque Country.
Address
Bilbao, Madrid
Spain
URL:
http://www.lonelyplanet.com/spain/aragon-basque-country-and-navarra/bilbao
Bilbao, Madrid
Spain
URL:
http://www.lonelyplanet.com/spain/aragon-basque-country-and-navarra/bilbao