Povena
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
Bilbao: Gaztelugatxe, Bermeo, Mundaka and Gernika with Txakoli
The Basque Country Full-Day Tour
Bilbao: San Mamés Museum and Stadium Tour
Bilbao: Bilbao Cathedral and San Anton Church Entry Ticket
Walking Route San Juan De Gaztelugatze, Bermeo & Gernika
Top hotels in Povena
The Artist Grand Hotel of Art
The staff- ALL by were courteous and helpful. They seem to enjoy working at The Grand Art Hotel. The breakfasts, although expensive at €35 pp were worth it! And the gourmet restau “Olio” was very refined.
Reviewed on 19 Feb, 2026
Hotel ILUNION San Mamés
Great location and room
Reviewed on 17 Feb, 2026
Axel Hotel Bilbao – Adults Only
Great check in. Bed is very hard. The wellness centre not great you get 30 mins Location is good
Reviewed on 19 Feb, 2026
Holiday Inn Express Bilbao by IHG
Overall good - friendly staff.
Reviewed on 16 Feb, 2026
Occidental Bilbao
Hotel Sercotel Coliseo
Clean, reliable, unexceptional.
Reviewed on 17 Feb, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Povena
Algorta
Algorta is a destination travellers like for its beaches, and you might hop aboard the metro at Algorta Station or Bidezabal Station to explore sights like Bay of Biscay.
Las Arenas
While you're in Las Arenas, take in top sights like Bay of Biscay or Estuary of Bilbao, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Lamiako Station or Leioa Station.
Deusto
Noted for its river views and museums, there's plenty to explore in Deusto. Top attractions like Bay of Biscay and Deusto Bridge are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Sarriko Station or Deusto Station to see more of the city.
Deustuko San Pedro-Erribera
While you're in Deustuko San Pedro-Erribera, take in top sights like Bay of Biscay and jump on the metro at Deusto Station to see more of the city.
Basurto-Zorroza
If you're spending time in Basurto-Zorroza, check out sights like San Mames Stadium or Ensanche and hop on the metro to see more of the city at San Mames Tram Stop or San Mames Station.
Basurtu
If you're spending time in Basurtu, check out sights like San Mames Stadium or Ensanche and hop on the metro to see more of the city at San Mames Tram Stop or San Mames Station.
