Bilbao · Casco Viejo
Casco Viejo and the Seven Streets
The old town, laid out in seven parallel streets on the right bank of the river, with small shops, bars and squares. It is a walk, with no ticket and no fixed route.
- 3 h 10
- Free
- Booking: not needed
- Casco Viejo
Data checked on November 2, 2026
The Seven Streets are the original medieval core of the city, and today they hold small shops, bakeries and pintxo bars. The lanes lead to Plaza Nueva, the cathedral and the market on the river edge. Most streets are pedestrian, so the area is easy to cover on foot. Go slowly if you stop to eat.
What to look for
- Calle Somera and the parallel lanes
- Small shops and bakeries in the old streets
- Pintxo bars along the way
- Views of the river from the market side
Opening hours
Always open.
Source: Bilbao Turismo (Ayuntamiento de Bilbao), checked November 2, 2026
Tickets and booking
Free. Walking the old town is free.
Getting there
Tip
Walk it in the morning when the shops are open, and return in the evening for pintxos.