In Bilbao there are not residents, there are txikiteros. Txikiteros are names given to those who drink txikitos, small glasses of wine served in the bars.
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Bilbao is a city that offers a wide range of leisure activities, from the most cultural, visiting its numerous museums, to a hiking route that starts at the spectacular Artxanda viewpoint.
All this is due, not only to its urban and cultural revolution, but also to its fantastic location surrounded by nature and its great gastronomic culture. The more you research about the Villa de Bilbao, the more you discover that it is the perfect place to spend quality time with family or colleagues.
The latter is where we want to go deeper, because in Bilbao you can find a lot of activities specifically designed for team building. An incredible city, fun activities and some of the best gastronomy in the world. Are you up for it?
We are going to start in style, with strong sensations but in the middle of nature. This is the perfect activity for those who love challenges, adventures and those who every Monday tell about all the sporting things they have done over the weekend. This is the time to prove it.
This activity is fantastic for confidence and group bonding. Fun and, at times, adrenaline-pumping, the Tree Adventure is a walk through the heights in a place as distinguished and beautiful as the outskirts of Bilbao.
Walk across suspension bridges, climb trees, swing on lianas and use the zip line to show who's the bravest in the company and have a few laughs. Even if you are not a friend of heights, this activity has only positive aspects.
Before setting foot in the town of Bilbao, we are going to continue through the surrounding countryside to enjoy a good game of Paintball.
Adrenaline is guaranteed in these games where coordination and confidence in both your teammates and your own aim make you spend a guaranteed time of laughter, and some nerves.
Team roles, different scenarios and personalised games are some of the characteristics of this type of team building activity. The paintball days for companies are customised depending on the requests of the coordinating company, making this a unique experience even if you have already visited it. No two games are the same.
Too much adrenaline? Tired of thrills but not enough nature? Then Bilbao is still the perfect place for you.
The surroundings of Bilbao have some impressive trails, which reveal a beautiful and authentic nature, where the mark of man tries to be as shallow as possible.
Within hiking there are many variations, depending on the demands of each client, ranging from bird watching to routes to get to know the local flora and fauna. Other routes just focus on the activity of walking in the open air and then finishing with lunch in the shade of the trees.
Who knows, you might even find your next favourite barbecue hidden behind the walls of an old farmhouse.
We've already slowed down from the activities at the beginning, so it's the perfect time to set off for the Villa de Bilbao.
Bilbao is a great place to eat, and you can't miss it during your visit. Whether you're in Bilbao for two days or just one day to enjoy a team building day, food is a must during your time in the city.
For this reason, organising a tasting is a fantastic activity to do as a team. You can choose from various types of tastings; from unique products of Basque gastronomy, to local cheese or wine.
Once you're in the city, how can you resist it? Whichever team building activity you choose, you can't miss the opportunity to discover Bilbao's best monuments and attractions.
But what if we turn this activity into the main activity? There are platforms that create a virtual escape room through our Smartphone devices.
Each point of tourist interest in the city hides a mystery, puzzle or game that you must solve with the help of your companions. This way you discover stories and curiosities of the city of Bilbao while you play and have a great time. Great plan.
One of the best activities to end the day is the one that combines dinner and a show. But not just any venue will do, you must be well located, offer good food, service and know that the shows that are going to be staged are of high quality.
They usually have the option of renting the equipment and venue, although if they organise everything themselves it will be a sure hit. This is what happens with places like La Tramoya, in Calle Gordóniz, 44 Bis.
One of the great successes of this type of meeting is the tailor-made activities. The organiser chooses an activity profile and the local company develops the activity.
We have already talked about some activities such as tastings, hiking or party rooms with shows included. But there is much more, and only the imagination sets the limit. One of the most distinguished is to have the services of a showman to entertain, amuse and liven up the meeting.
One of the newest options is the magician Hodei. Just as you read it, a professional magician. Can you imagine a meeting with magical activities for everyone, enlivened with humour and a show?
A real hit in recent times, and a great choice if you choose it, whether you're a fan of the board game or not.
There has been a murder, and you and your companions must find the murderer, following the clues you come across as you progress in the investigation.
There are many options; classic game, over dinner, outdoors or in a large hall. In addition, companies usually adapt the games and dynamics to the needs of each person who hires their services.
Earlier we talked about having an escape room in the open air, while you solve riddles and discover the charms of the city of Bilbao, but what about a traditional escape room?
There are as many escape rooms as ideas you can think of. There are as many situations, tests and atmospheres to suit your needs. They are a fantastic test to develop teamwork and the spirit of togetherness. What's more, you'll have fun like a little kid.
Our last idea for an unforgettable team building day is to be part of a theatre company. But not just any theatre, improvisation theatre.
There are groups that are dedicated to role play, games and activities focused on how we deal with complex situations, although here the focus is always on fun.
This type of company designs the event according to your demands, but the end is always the same; a good time of fun, laughter, and lessons learned about how to behave in certain situations and learn to collaborate and work together.
The requirements are not simple; you need a central place, close to monuments and bars, with space to spend time together and even organise talks or conferences. Any ideas?
Here we bring you the solution; Latroupe La Granja. It has the perfect facilities for team building days, a fantastic atmosphere and many different types of rooms to create the perfect coexistence and make the experience just right for you.
