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48 hours in Bilbao: A pintxos route that you cannot miss
Do you fancy a getaway to Bilbao? This city offers you the possibility of enjoying its many tourist attractions while enjoying its local gastronomy where the traditional pintxo occupies a prominent place. The pintxo is a small portion that is taken with the drink when going out to bars, so "going for pintxos" in this city is a custom that combines social life and Basque cuisine in one exquisite bite. It is essential that you look for a good hotel in Bilbao so that you have the pintxos route that we are going to propose at your fingertips. Among the oferta de hoteles en Bilbao, we highlight the ILUNION Bilbao hotel, whose unbeatable location in the heart of the city makes it an ideal option for weekend stays. In addition, you can park your car in the hotel parking for greater comfort. Its free Wi-Fi service will allow you to always be connected so that you can share your experiences in Bilbao with whoever you want.
After an intense day savoring pintxos, at ILUNION Bilbao you will have your well-deserved rest, since the rooms are equipped with all the comforts. It should be noted that this hotel also has accessible rooms for people with reduced mobility. Start the day with its excellent Premium breakfast to face with energy this route of pintxos that we recommend.
Pintxos in the old town
Tradition and avant-garde go hand in hand in the most traditional streets of Bilbao, where you must try the pintxos of the essential establishments of Plaza Nueva, Santa María, Somera and Jardines, among other areas.
Gastrobars in the Ribera Market
Losing yourself in the Mercado de la Ribera is an experience that you should not miss when you visit Bilbao, since it is the largest covered market in Europe. After buying top-quality typical products, visit the second floor where its gastrobars will delight you with the best of Basque gastronomy.
Snacking in Ledesma
This pedestrian street parallel to Gran Vía is a must to have fun in its atmospheric pintxos bars.
"Terraceo" in Provincial Council
Do not miss the special atmosphere of this street tasting traditional or avant-garde pintxos on the terraces of its premises.
If your appetite has been whetted with all these options to taste the delights of the pintxo capital, don't miss out on this succulent experience and book your room now through the official website of one of the best hotel establishments in Bilbao, the ILUNION Bilbao.