Zubiarte

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Zubiarte

This is an upmarket shopping mall where you will find exclusive designers such as Tommy Hilfiger, Massimo Dutti, and Antonio Miró. There are currently more than 50 shops, a cinema, a supermarket, and restaurants. Zubiarte is located near the Guggenheim and the Iberdrola Tower, which is right in the city centre. Here you can shop for everything from clothing to accessories, electronics and interior design items.

Shopping

Bilbao’s main street, Gran Vía, is where you will find most of the city's department stores, boutiques, and designer shops. For handicrafts and local wine, head over to markets like the Mercado de la Ribera. If you're looking for traditional Basque souvenirs like wood carvings and woven goods, make your way to Casco Viejo, which also boasts a plethora of independent shops and chain stores. Calle Askao, Artekale, Bidebarrieta, Somera, Correo, and La Cruz are some of the top spots to hunt for souvenirs, but remember that most shops close on Sundays.

Mercado de la Ribera (Erribera merkatua)

Mercado de la Ribera (Erribera merkatua)

Located in the centre of the Old Town are the impressive halls of Mercado de la Ribera. Dating back to the 1930s, this building is a meeting point for food lovers. The area is buzzing during the mornings, and you can get nearly any local product you can think of. It was distinguished by …

Zubiarte

This is an upmarket shopping mall where you will find exclusive designers such as Tommy Hilfiger, Massimo Dutti, and Antonio Miró. There are currently more than 50 shops, a cinema, a supermarket, and restaurants. Zubiarte is located near the Guggenheim and the Iberdrola Tower, which is right in the city centre. Here you can shop …

La Casa del Libro

La Casa del Libro

La Casa del Libro is a bookshop with an extensive range of books and maps, including English language books. The shop has been celebrated for providing books that are otherwise difficult to obtain, and because of the enormous variety of genres they have in stock. So, if you are in need of a book …

Sombreros Gorostiaga

Sombreros Gorostiaga

Many visitors like to return from Bilbao with a chic beret, which locals call txapelas. The txapelas look a bit like a mix of a fedora and a cowboy hat. But it's probably best to check it out yourself! Sombreros Gorostiaga is a family-owned business est. 1857, which makes it one of the oldest businesses …

El Corte Inglés

El Corte Inglés

You are guaranteed to find what you’re looking for at this Spanish institution, as it's the biggest department store group in Europe. From luxury to everyday items, El Corte Inglés is likely to have it. A couple of the many designers that display their collections at El Corte Inglés are Calvin Klein, Dior, and …

Gran Via

Framed by modernist buildings and lime trees, the main street and the adjoining streets of the El Ensanche neighbourhood hold a great variety of classy boutiques. There are three main areas of this neighbourhood: the lower area surrounding Plaza Circular, the mid-zone between Plaza Circular and Plaza Moyúa, and the upper zone between Plaza …

Casco Viejo

In the vibrant neighbourhood of Plaza Nueva, you’ll find everything from souvenir shops or traditional Basque stores to high-class shopping plazas. Stroll through the Old Town, or Casco Viejo, and take in impressive buildings while you buy yourself something nice. The cherry on top of your shopping tour might be a pintxo and a …

Sunday Markets

While the Old Town is a magnet for tourists, on the weekend, you have yet another reason to come to Plaza Nueva. Sundays, the area turns into a lively marketplace where numerous vendors offer almost everything. Browse through books, get some organic fruit and maybe take home a txistorras, one of the local sausage specialities. …

Indautxu

If you are looking for speciality shops and international brand stores, make sure to visit Indautxu. This young neighbourhood boasts a large offer of custom-made clothing, exclusive handcraft and, of course, high-class shoes. Next to Plaza Indautxu, Rodríguez Arias and Alameda de Urquijo are the most important streets for fashion …

Pastelerías Martina de Zuricalday

Pastelerías Martina de Zuricalday

Glazed truffle pralines, soft butter buns, and fruity cakes. That and much more is what you get at Martina de Zuricalday Pastry Shops. The family business looks back on a long tradition of confectionery and offers delights for every occasion. With only the best products and freshest ingredients, the taste of this pastry shop …

Around Guggenheim Museum

Around Guggenheim Museum

As a tourist hot spot, the area around Guggenheim Museum is also an upbeat shopping district. Streets leading to Plaza Euskadi are filled with designer shoes, fashion, antique shops, and bookstores. Moreover, if you’re interested in local art or want to take home some regional wine, this is the place for you to shop. In …

Euro-Sport

You are an adventurous traveller and want to enjoy some sports during the holidays? Then, Euro-Sport is the place for you. From winter sports to in-line skating, water sports or golf, the well-equipped store has got everything you could wish for. Stop by for a new pair of sports socks or get a whole …

Mil Rosas Bilbao

Mil Rosas Bilbao

Mil Rosas has one of the best choices of fresh flowers in the city and you will find something for every occasion. They are decoration specialists and if you need something last minute you can even place your order in their online …