Day Itinerary
9 Activities
Day 3
34 mi3 mi
Gorliz Lighthouse, Gorgeous Getxo Views and Marvellous Engineering at Viscaya
Taking in the magic of this northern section of the Basque Country coastline is the ticket for day 3. Lots of nature, wild and rocky viewpoints, and a little more Game of Thrones for good measure. Ending in convivial Getxo, Bilbao's delightful neighbour. To see the unique Viscaya Bridge.
15.7 mi
50 min
10:002 hrs
Faro de Gorliz
Lighthouse
Open Details
The hike to and from the Basque Countries tallest lighthouse, Faro de Gorliz, takes 1.5-2 hours. Along the way you can see WWII bunkers and tunnels too.
Public parking convenient for this hike can be found next to Gorliz Hospital.
Public parking convenient for this hike can be found next to Gorliz Hospital.
6.3 mi
30 min
12:3030 min
Playa De Muriola
Landmark
Open Details
If you're a hardcore GOT fan, take yourself to King's Landing at Playa de Muriola!
Grab yourself a picnic to eat at this beautiful filming location.
6.8 mi
25 min
13:3030 min
Galea Lurmuturreko begiratokia
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If you've had your fill of Game of Thrones references, head to Galea Lurmuturreko for your picnic instead. Use the parking at Punta Galea (Galea Errepidea, 38) OR Parcheggio Camper e Auto (Punta Galea, 48993) to walk along this paved hillside trail. There are plenty of places to stop and admire the view and lighthouse.
0.4 mi
10 min
14:1530 min
Paseo Punta Galea
Landmark
Open Details
The views back down towards Santurtzi from Paseo Punta Galea is stunning. If you fancy a bit more of a walk, head 15 minutes further down the trail to Mirador Aixerrota - a wonderful hilltop windmill near the camper parking suggested above.
5.2 mi
15 min
15:005 min
Saba Aparcamientos, S.A.
Parking
Open Details
Use this carpark to explore Getxo. It is within walking distance of Vizcaya Bridge and many restaurants.
0.5 mi
10 min
15:301 hr
Vizcaya Bridge
Landmark
Open Details
The incredible engineering of the Vizcaya Bridge must be experienced in person. This iron bridge the world's first to carry people & traffic on a high suspended gondola. You can access the footbridge and audio guide to learn of the history (ticketed entry). Or just take the gondola (by car or by foot) for a small fee.
After this adventure, enjoy a promenade along the marinas on either side of the estuary.
After this adventure, enjoy a promenade along the marinas on either side of the estuary.
0.3 mi
10 min
16:4030 min
The lookout point of the church
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I'm going to let you into a little secret. If you're looking for a perfect Instagrammable view of Viscaya Bridge, wander along to the lookout point behind (on the river side) of the Andra Maria Basilica.
0.1 mi
5 min
17:301 hr
Café La Botica
Restaurant
Open Details
Old town Portugalete is full of great bars and restaurants. Café La Botica offers a relaxed atmosphere and is very convenient for your return trip across the bridge.
Please, note the place is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays.
Please, note the place is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays.
1.3 mi
30 min
19:302 hrs
Palacio San Joseren
Restaurant
Open Details
If you want a truly special location for your dinner, book a table at Palacio San Joseren. This gorgeous building is the former residence of architect José Luis de Oriol, and was built in 1916. It is now a restaurant and wedding venue.
Kindly note that the venue is open at this time of the day only Thursday to Saturday.
Kindly note that the venue is open at this time of the day only Thursday to Saturday.
0.4 mi
10 min
22:0010 hrsHotels
Ercilla Embarcadero Hotel
9
Enjoy this coastal enclave before your final day in Bilbao.