Is Bilbao Expensive?

Is Bilbao expensive to visit?

Bilbao is a moderately priced destination with an average daily cost of $150. Compared to the rest of Europe, which is known to be an expensive region, it is a moderately priced place to visit. It's ranked in the top 50% of cities in Europe for its travel costs, comparable to places like Brussels and Palma de Mallorca.

Bilbao, Spain

How expensive is Bilbao?

The average cost of traveling to Bilbao can vary widely based on many factors, but our calculations based on previous travlers show that the average daily cost is $150 (U.S. Dollars). Your travel style, accommodation preferences, dining choices, and trip duration can alter your individual budget, as you can find a wide array of accommodation, food, and entertainment options available for your visit. Sticking to mid-range hotels, affordable restaurants, and public transit when available can keep your costs close to this calculated average. See more travel costs for Bilbao here.

How expensive is a weekend trip (three days) to Bilbao?

Based on our calculations from previous travelers, a weekend trip to Bilbao will cost around $449 per person. This amount includes sightseeing activities, hotels, restaurants, local transportation, and other travel expenses. For two people, a weekend trip would cost $898.

How expensive is a one week (7-day) trip to Bilbao?

On average, a one week trip to Bilbao costs about $1,047 per person. This is based on the previous expenses of actual travelers, and includes accommodation, food, activities, local transportation, and more. For two people, a one week trip costs $2,095.

Is it expensive to backpack in Bilbao?

Bilbao is a fairly common backpacker destination with more than 8 hostels in the area. Dorm beds in hostels average about $23 per night. (See hostel prices in Bilbao here.) Keep in mind that you'll find a wide range in prices here, too. The most expensive beds are priced around $30 and the cheapest around $16 per night.

Here are a few sample prices from popular hostels in Bilbao.

• $19 for a dorm bed at Quartier Bilbao Hostel
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• $30 for a dorm bed at Latroupe la Granja
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• $18 for a dorm bed at Ekoos Hostel, Bilbao Eko Ostala
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Are hotels expensive in Bilbao?

Considering our analysis of hotel prices in Bilbao, it becomes apparent that they are fairly even and moderately priced in comparison to hotels in other cities. On average, you can expect to spend around $92 per night for a hotel room. The city is home to approximately 3 five-star hotels, presenting an average rate of $156 per night. For a balanced choice catering to both comfort and cost-effectiveness, three-star hotels provide an average rate of $120 per night, while two-star hotels offer an even more budget-friendly alternative at $55 per night.

How expensive are sightseeing activities in Bilbao?

Activities and things to do in Bilbao can vary in price depending on the type of activity, length, and location. Below are a number of popular activities to give you an idea of what to expect when visiting. Generally, previous travelers have spent $31 per day on sightseeing activities and things to do when visiting, which is more than the country's average of $29.

• PRIVATE San Sebastian and Basque Coast Tour from Bilbao: $290
• BILBAO-City Highlights Bike Tour: $36
• Guggenheim Museum Bilbao Private Tour with Official Guide: $194
• San Sebastian Full-Day Tour with Cider House Lunch (From Bilbao): $235
• Pamplona and Olite Royal Palace in small group tour, lunch included: $295
• Bilbao: Museum of Fine Arts Private Guided Tour: $87
• 3-day Bilbao Bike Tour and Guggenheim Museum Ticket: $257
• Pintxos Tasting in Bilbao Small Group or Private Walking Tour: $81

Is food expensive in Bilbao?

Food in Bilbao can vary in price depending on the restaurant and food options available. Generally, other travelers have spent $49 on food per person per day, which is more than the country's average of $43. To save money, eat at less expensive restaurants, try street food, or cook your own meals when possible.

• Pintxos and Tapas Cooking Class in Bilbao : $109
• Paella Cooking Class (with Basque Sangria) in Bilbao: $142
• The Original Bilbao Food Tour with Wine Pairing: $115
• Basque Flavours: High End Food Tour of Bilbao with a Local: $120
• The Original Bilbao Food Tour with Wine Pairings: $101
• Bilbao: Basque Pintxos and Tapas Cooking Class with Open Bar: $112

Is transportation expensive in Bilbao?

The prices of local transportation in Bilbao can vary by the type of transit used. Other travelers have spent an average of $28 on local transportation per person per day, which is less than the country's average of $30. To save money, take public transit whenever possible, as it will almost always be cheaper than a taxi or private driver.

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We've been gathering travel costs from tens of thousands of actual travelers since 2010, and we use the data to calculate average daily travel costs for destinations around the world. We also systematically analyze the prices of hotels, hostels, and tours from travel providers such as Kayak, HostelWorld, TourRadar, Viator, and others. This combination of expenses from actual travelers, combined with pricing data from major travel companies, gives us a uniqe insight into the overall cost of travel for thousands of cities in countries around the world. You can see more here: How it Works.