06 Aug 2024 Bilbao is one of the European cities with the most interesting history and monuments. Its entry into the urban avant-garde has not made it lose its roots or its essence. Bilbao will always be Bilbao and in its evolution there is always room for green areas and playgrounds.
And that is what we are going to talk about, about how well received families are in the city, where you can find everything from family restaurants in Bilbao to corners designed for children. Let's take a look at the best places to go with the little ones in the house.
One of Bilbao's main monuments is not only about modern art, within its walls there is room for everything and everyone. Its programme includes special activities and events for the little ones.
Sometimes they don't just think about children but also involve the whole family, so keep an eye on their website to find out everything they have to offer.
The capital of Vizcaya keeps special corners close to its heart, in the form of a playground for children. Playgrounds are a recurring stop on the way for the citizens of Bilbao, and all those who visit the city with children. The city council is building a large number of them.
There are two types, traditional playgrounds such as the one in the República de Abando park, although with more modern and safer swings, and even themed ones such as the one in Paseo de Campo de Volatín, based on Basque mythology.
On the other hand, we have the covered playgrounds, both newly built and those that already existed but which the council has decided to cover so that children can enjoy them all year round, come rain or shine.
It is clear that you must visit the Casco Viejo during your visit to Bilbao. There you can enjoy some of the best pintxo bars in the city.
Pintxos are a great option for eating, because you can try many typical local products and, moreover, the little ones love both the size and some of the new flavours they will experience.
The traditional thing to do is to go on a small route, tasting the best pintxo in each bar. This is another good part of eating pintxos, the movement. We know that sometimes children don't stand still, so keeping the stops short helps a lot.
And if you want to visit the best bars and restaurants for families and children in Bilbao, click on the link and don't miss our best compilation.
Water is the centre of life in Bilbao. The city was born and grew up around the estuary, La Ría, and the history of la Ría and its bridges is the history of the city itself.
To travel along the Ría is to travel through the history of Bilbao, which is why it is so interesting to do an activity related to it. From renting a kayak to paddle surfing with the whole family.
These guided tours are great for the whole family, and if you're looking for more excitement, you can follow the riverbed to its mouth, where you can take group surfing lessons and experience a real adventure.
Don't forget that you also have the option of cycling along one of the banks of the river, discovering the city from a completely new point of view. Family activities in the open air, what more could you ask for?
If your son or daughter can only think about football and anything becomes a ball and a goal, we have the perfect plan for everyone. Bilbao has one of the most beautiful and modern stadiums in Europe; San Mamés.
The San Mamés stadium, home of Athletic Bilbao, is an example of architecture and beauty. Whether you're a football fan or not, a visit to the stadium is almost as important as a visit to the Arriaga Theatre, one of Bilbao's most important monuments.
You can take a tour to learn about the history of one of the most important football clubs in the world, or if you just want to have a look around, we tell you how to get into San Mamés for free.
If you are lucky enough to coincide with a home game of Athletic Bilbao, we recommend that you try to go with the whole family, so that you can enjoy the football party.
And if, as well as being a football fan, your son or daughter collects stickers, or you still do, you won't believe the event we're going to tell you about now. On Sunday mornings in the Plaza Nueva, the big football sticker fans meet up to exchange them with other fans and complete their albums. An event dedicated solely and exclusively to football stickers, if this is not retro football paradise, nothing is.
You need a rest. You and your whole family have not stopped doing things, and even more so if you have followed our tips and activities. So, where can you sleep in Bilbao?
Our advice is to stay at the best hostel in the city; Latroupe La Granja. Its facilities are modern and designed for everyone. It welcomes travellers from all over the world, from solo travellers to families like yours.
Book a full room for your whole family and enjoy a fantastic night out together in the city centre. Enjoy the best atmosphere in the city in what will be your home away from home.
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09 Aug 2024 