Bilbao, Guggenheim and Gaztelugatxe from San Sebastian

Name: Bilbao, Guggenheim and Gaztelugatxe from San Sebastian
Brand: Local Experts Tours
Price: 95 EUR
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (224 reviews)

4.8 · 224 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor 96% of star-rated reviews are 4★ or 5★ San Sebastián Operated by Local Experts Tours Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before

Duration: 9h
Group: Group size varies by option: max 15 from €95 · private from €223
Guide languages: English, Spanish
Start & pickup: 08:30, 09:00 · Hotel pickup from 78 pickup points
Tickets: By option, see the table below
Booking: Instant confirmation · mobile ticket

Guidekin's take

Gaztelugatxe, the hermitage on the rock, then Bilbao's Old Town and a guided visit to the Guggenheim in one day from San Sebastián, with Gaztelugatxe tickets in every version and museum tickets, lunch and pickup only in the small group options.

Sport shoes for the stairs; €95 per person, rated 4.8 by 224 travellers.

Best for: Choose Bilbao and Gaztelugatxe at €95 per person for 9h, bilingual no museum ticket option; no lunch or pickup. 4.8 from 224 reviews. Bilbao & Gaztelugatxe Day Trips comparison

Trade-off: Base option: no museum ticket, lunch or pickup.

In our comparison: #26 of 27 in Day Trips from San Sebastián, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).

Editorial check: September 16, 2026How we choose tours →Commissions never affect our verdicts.

Options and prices

4 options from the operator, described in its own words. Prices are the operator's from-prices per adult for a party of two. Click an option to book it on Viator.

Option	What the operator says	From, per adult
Bilingual group (no tickets)The page priceEnglish, Spanish	No accomodation pick up: This tour option departs from a specific meeting point. Tour language: bilingual: Our tour leader speaks Spanish and English simultaneously. Travellers speaking both languages are welcome. Group size: The minimum group size for this tour is 4 adults, with a maximum of 15 adults. Lunch is not included Guggenheim ticket not included: You will have time to explore and discover Bilbao during this time. Minibus: The vehicle used for this tour depends on demand, and could be a bus or minivan. Meeting point: The meeting point is San Sebastian´s bus station. Address: Federico García Lorca Pasealekua, 1, 20012 Donostia / San Sebastia	€95
Bilingual group (with tickets)English, Spanish	No accomodation pick up: This tour option departs from a specific meeting point. Tour language: bilingual: Our tour leader speaks Spanish and English simultaneously. Travellers speaking both languages are welcome. Group size: The minimum group size for this tour is 4 adults, with a maximum of 15 adults. Lunch is not included Guggenheim tickets included Minibus: The vehicle used for this tour depends on demand, and could be a bus or minivan. Meeting point: The meeting point is San Sebastian´s bus station. Address: Federico García Lorca Pasealekua, 1, 20012 Donostia / San Sebastia	€120
Small group (Spanish)Spanish	Group size: Small group tour up to 8 participants. Lunch is included: Lunch at Bilbao (4 pintxos and 4 drinks) Tickets: Guggenheim Museum and Gaztelugatxe entrance included Minivan: This tour will be operated with private transportation. Language: This tour will be in Spanish. Pickup included	€223
Small group (English)English	Group size: Small group tour up to 8 participants. Lunch is included: Lunch at Bilbao (4 pintxos and 4 drinks) Tickets: Guggenheim Museum and Gaztelugatxe entrance included. Minivan: This tour will be operated with private transportation. Language: This tour will be in English. Pickup included	€223

Children from €19 (ages 0 to 11). Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 26 September 2026.

Included and not included

Local guide
Guggenheim Museum tickets (exception: Bilingual group (no tickets) option)
Transportation in a private vehicle with A/C
Hotel Pick up and Drop off (included just in small tour option)
Lunch (included just in small tour option)
Gaztelugatxe tickets included for all tour options

Rain clothes and umbrellas

Reviews

4.8

224 ratings
Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor

96% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 214 of 224

Star breakdown of all 224 ratings

5 stars

198 · 88%

4 stars

16 · 7%

3 stars

5 · 2%

2 stars

1 · 0%

1 star

4 · 2%

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Meeting point and route

Meeting point

Where: This will be the meeting point with your guide if you select the bilingual group option. · Open in Google Maps
Departure: 08:30, 09:00, daily except Mon; scheduled through September 2027 (operator schedule, seats confirmed at checkout)
Return: This activity ends back at the meeting point
Pickup: Hotel pickup from 78 pickup points (78 pickup points listed by the operator, 77 of them hotels)
Operator: Local Experts Tours; booking and payment are completed on Viator

Itinerary

1
San Juan de Gaztelugatxe
10:30am Hike through the route of San Juan de Gaztelugatxe
1h 30m
2
Bilbao
1:00pm Arrival in Bilbao, walk through the Old Town (Arenal, Barria Square, Theater Arriaga and La Ribera Market)
3h
3
Guggenheim Museum Bilbao
3:30pm Access to the Guggenheim Museum (with audio guide). Ticket is included (if option selected).
1h 30m · Admission included

About this tour, from the operator

Enjoy an unforgettable Dragonstone tour from San Sebastian, visiting the iconic hermitage of San Juan de Gaztelugatxe, where the Cantabrian Sea crashes against cliffs and cinematic views await.

Continue along the coast to Bilbao for a stroll through the Old Town and estuary, where seafaring heritage meets striking architecture. Enjoy traditional Basque pintxos and drinks as a midday lunch (not included in the total price for the bilingual group).

The day ends with a guided visit to the Guggenheim Museum, tickets and audio guide included (if option selected), showcasing contemporary masterpieces in Frank Gehry’s landmark building.

With private transport, a local guide, and a relaxed pace, this tour blends nature, history, and world class art, making it a perfect full day journey from Donosti / San Sebastián linking Gaztelugatxe and Bilbao.

Walking, children and accessibility

The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.

Walking and health

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
We strongly recommend to bring sport shoes and a spare Tshirt in case you want to climb the stairs all the way to the top of San Juan de Gaztelugatxe hermitage.
Important: At all times, the advice given at access points must be followed, and the measures and recommendations established by health authorities should be respected. It is recommended to check the weather forecast for the day of the visit (Euskalmet) and to follow the authorities' recommendations in case of extreme weather events. On days with an orange alert and to avoid health incidents, it is advised not to hike up to the San Juan de Gaztelugatxe hermitage during the affected hours. In any case, it is recommended to take self-protection measures, such as wearing comfortable and suitable footwear, protecting yourself from the sun, and staying properly hydrated.

Children

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Specialized infant seats are available
Children and infants must be accompanied by an adult.
If there are children included in the booking, three days before the tour we will contact you by email to confirm their weight and height and to select the appropriate child seat for the car.

Accessibility

Strollers OK
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby

Small group: Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required.
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
A minimum of 2 adults is required, among all bookings, for the tour to go ahead (minimum of 4 adults for the bilingual group option). If the minimum group for carrying out the activity would not be reached, an alternative date or full refund would be offered. If your booking was below this number we will contact you at least 2 days in advance to inform you in case the minimum group size was not covered by this stage. Please feel free to contact us anytime to confirm the total amount of bookings for your tour date.
Unfortunately, this tour is not suitable for people with reduced mobility.

Good to know

Food included see what is included
Children from €19 ages 0 to 11

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

1+ days: Full refund
0-1 days: No refund

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Tour	Price	Duration	Rating	Group
This tour · #26 of 27	€95	9h	4.8 (224)	varies by option
Private Day in Rioja from San Sebastian	€506	9h	5.0 (90)	private
Rioja Wineries and Laguardia Tour with Picnic from San Sebastian	€465	8h	5.0 (79)	private
Private Cultural Tour: Biarritz, St Jean de Luz & Hondarribia	€347	8h	5.0 (68)	private

Ranked #26 of 27 in Day Trips from San Sebastián by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €55 to €642, median €307; typical length 8h. 15 of 27 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 27 Day Trips from San Sebastián

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From €95 per adult · Bilingual group (no tickets)