Zabala
Bilbao
Popular places to visit
Guggenheim Museum Bilbao
Investigate a vast collection of modern and contemporary art both inside and outside one of the most recognizable buildings in Bilbao.
San Mames Stadium
Join local soccer fans and shout your support for a well-known European team that calls this spectacular stadium its home.
Plaza Nueva
Feast on an appetizing variety of local gourmet dishes while marveling at the architectural splendor of this popular city plaza.
Plaza Moyua
Take time out in this attractive city plaza and contemplate the beauty and majesty of the architecture of the surrounding historical buildings.
Euskalduna Conference Centre and Concert Hall
Attend a conference, concert or dramatic performance, go on a guided tour and browse an eclectic collection of art at this riverside venue.
Ribera Market
Bring your shopping bags for three floors of market stalls at this centuries-old fresh produce market in the city’s historical quarter.
Things to do
San Sebastian & Biarritz full day tour
The Basque Country Full-Day Tour
Bilbao: Bilbao Cathedral and San Anton Church Entry Ticket
Bilbao: San Mamés Museum and Stadium Tour
Top hotels in Zabala
The Artist Grand Hotel of Art
Just what we wanted. Perfect location. Really helpful staff. Lovely artwork everywhere. Best breakfast I’ve had in Europe gir à long time.
Reviewed on 24 Jan, 2026
Axel Hotel Bilbao – Adults Only
Clean room, amenities, location and friendly staff.
Reviewed on 2 Feb, 2026
Hotel ILUNION San Mamés
Very nice hotel
Reviewed on 3 Feb, 2026
Barceló Bilbao Nervión
Spatious room
Reviewed on 13 Jan, 2026
Hotel Sercotel Coliseo
Very good breakfast and superb location
Reviewed on 17 Jan, 2026
Holiday Inn Express Bilbao by IHG
Yes,good quality
Reviewed on 11 Jan, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Zabala
Iralabarri
Though Iralabarri may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Bizkaia Frontoia and Bilborock.
San Francisco
You'll enjoy the bars and theatres in San Francisco. You might want to make time for a stop at Bilborock or Ensanche.
Bilbao la Vieja
While visiting Bilbao la Vieja, you might make a stop by sights like Bay of Biscay and San Anton Bridge.
Bilbao Old Town
Museums, shopping and theatres highlight some notable features of Bilbao Old Town. Make a stop by Plaza Nueva or Arriaga Theater while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Arriga Tram Stop or Casco Viejo Station to get around town.
Bilbao City Centre
Bilbao City Centre is highly notable for its fascinating museums, and you might want to visit top sights like Plaza Moyua and Gran Casino Bilbao. See more of Bilbao by jumping on the metro at Moyua Station or Abando Station.
Casco Viejo
Museums, theatres and historical sites highlight some notable features of Casco Viejo. Make a stop by Plaza Nueva or Museum of Archaeology Bizkaya while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Casco Viejo Station or Arriga Tram Stop to get around town.
