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AlhondigaBilbao

Plaza Arriquibar, 4, Bilbao, Spain
+34 944 014 014
Ranked #5 of 26 attractions in Bilbao
4.5 of 5 stars 19 Reviews
Description: Cultural Center
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28 reviews 28 reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
51 helpful votes 51 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 April 2012
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This is a very impressive building which has been transformed from an old historic monument to a classico-modern structure housing places of interest for all age groups. When visiting this building, it is advisable to have the right context of the different aspects of the building - whether it is why the old windows are now doors, the 43 columns... More

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25 reviews 25 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 February 2012

A tricky place to understand with buildings inside buildings but if you just wander about you'll find something to do whatever mood you're in. Feeling sporty: then you can go to the gym or the pool which we didn't visit but you can see the swimmers apprently floating in glass squares 8 metres or so above your head. Feeling literary:... More

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12 reviews 12 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 January 2012

Amazingly imaginative transformation of an old commercial site into something beautiful and vibrant. I loved the '43 columns' on the ground floor, and would have loved to try the roof-top restaurant (but not in January!) More

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55 reviews 55 reviews
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20 helpful votes 20 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 November 2011
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This attraction is located in the center of the town. If you stay in Bilbao, don´t miss spend some time at this cultural citizens space in a historic building. A wide range of atmospheres, inside it you can eat, drink, watch the building or enjoy any performance or exhibition, also are cinemas at basement. Lights are ever dimed due desired... More

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12 reviews 12 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2012
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 April 2012
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 March 2012
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 March 2012
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 January 2012
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 January 2012
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