See OfFersAs the largest city in this fiercely proud region, Bilbao provides the perfect chance to experience Basque culture – its history, its food and its people. Until the esteemed Guggenheim Museum was built, the city had a much more industrial look than it does now. However, over two decades of tourism brought about by this excellent attraction has enabled Bilbao to give itself an architectural facelift.
Now, the pointy edges and curved sides of modern buildings from the minds of Norman Foster, Philippe Starck and others have created a captivating cityscape that still leaves room for a few gems from the past.
- Flight time from London: 2hr
- Bilbao Airport: 13km from the city centre; transfer time about 15 min
- Nearest railway station: Bilbao-Abando railway station
- Currency: Euro
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Important Notice: Introduction of the EU Schengen Entry/Exit System
Please be advised that, effective from 12th October 2025, a new Entry/Exit System (EES) will be implemented for all travellers entering and exiting the EU and Schengen Area.
This digital system will replace the current manual passport stamping process by electronically recording border crossings for UK nationals and other non-EU travellers.
At this time, no action is required from travellers prior to their journey. We recommend reviewing the official government guidance to understand how this may affect your travel arrangements.
For comprehensive information, please visit the official UK Government website:
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