Zabala
Bilbao
Popular places to visit
San Mames Stadium
Join local soccer fans and shout your support for a well-known European team that calls this spectacular stadium its home.
Guggenheim Museum Bilbao
Investigate a vast collection of modern and contemporary art both inside and outside one of the most recognizable buildings in Bilbao.
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.
Vizcaya Bridge
You can find out about the history of Bilbao with a trip to Vizcaya Bridge. Visit the shops and lively bars in this walkable area.
Things to do
San Sebastian & Biarritz full day tour
Bilbao: Gaztelugatxe, Bermeo, Mundaka and Gernika with Txakoli
Bizkaia Bridge, Gaztelugatxe, Bermeo and Gernika from Bilbao
The Authentic Bilbao Pintxos, Food & Wine Tour with a Local
Top hotels in Zabala
The Artist Grand Hotel of Art
Rooms were clean and comfortable. Staff were very friendly. And loved the artistic flair. We would have like more tea and coffee for the mornings and fresh milk would have been nice.
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025
Hotel ILUNION San Mamés
Everting good
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
Barceló Bilbao Nervión
Everything was superb except the issue with ac not available due to the time of year and predominantly heat calls are desired
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025
Mercure Bilbao Jardines De Albia
The room was spacious and clean. A little tired but not overly so. It was noisy though, you can hear chairs being moved over head very clearly. The breakfast was good quality and served to 11am which is great for a little lie in. The location is perfect, it’s in the middle of everything. We walked ...
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
Axel Hotel Bilbao – Adults Only
Great location and clean functional rooms. Really good spot
Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025
Hotel ILUNION Bilbao
It was a good stay
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Zabala
San Francisco
You'll enjoy the bars and theatres in San Francisco. You might want to make time for a stop at Ensanche or Bay of Biscay.
Bilbao la Vieja
While visiting Bilbao la Vieja, you might make a stop by sights like Bay of Biscay and San Anton Bridge.
Ametzola
While Ametzola isn't home to many top sights, Ensanche and Plaza Moyua are some notable places to visit nearby.
Bilbao Old Town
Museums, shopping and theatres highlight some notable features of Bilbao Old Town. Make a stop by Plaza Nueva or Arriaga Theater while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Arriga Tram Stop or Casco Viejo Station to get around town.
Bilbao City Centre
Bilbao City Centre is highly notable for its fascinating museums, and you might want to visit top sights like Plaza Moyua and Gran Casino Bilbao. See more of Bilbao by jumping on the metro at Moyua Station or Abando Station.
Abando
Ample dining options, fascinating museums, and beautiful river views are just a few top things to explore in Abando. A visit to Plaza Moyua or Ensanche might round out your trip, and you can jump aboard the metro at Moyua Station or Indautxu Station to get around town.
