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Inside Background
Architecture 
The Guggenheim Museum is the must-see example of architecture in Bilbao...
Last edited: 29 March 2008
Health & Safety 
While descriptions of Bilbao can be less than flattering, these description...
Last edited: 09 July 2006
Recommended Reading 
Travel Pictorial - Country or Natural Wonder Always browse any or all Travel...
Last edited: 01 February 2007
Tourist Board Info 
Tourist Information Centers abound in Bilbao .  Visitors needing assistance...
Last edited: 01 February 2007
Weather & When to Go 
The climate throughout the year is quite nice in Bilbao, Spain. Average...
Last edited: 01 February 2007
Best Sights of Bilbao 
Best Sights of Bilbao Bilbao is the business capital of the Basque region and...
Last edited: 02 January 2009
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Inside Transportation
Arriving & Departing 
By Air The Bilbao Airport is the major airport that serves the Bilbao area. It...
Last edited: 04 October 2006
Public Transportation 
There are three forms of public transporation available in Bilbao: Underground...
Last edited: 04 July 2007
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Inside Things to Do
Events & Festivals 
With its largely Catholic population, a number of festivals and events...
Last edited: 15 July 2006
Museums & Attractions 
Bilbao is home to a number of well-renowned museums and attractions. These...
Last edited: 09 July 2006
The Performing Arts 
The city of Bilbao has a rich performing arts scene. There is a good chance...
Last edited: 09 July 2006
Shopping 
Opportunities for shopping abound in Bilbao. If you're looking to grab a few...
Last edited: 15 July 2006
Museo de Bellas Artes de Bilbao 
Museo de Bellas Artes de Bilbao Museo Plaza, 2 Tel: 944-396-060 Web...
Last edited: 25 May 2008
The Guggenheim Museum Bilbao 
The Guggenheim Museum Bilbao Avenida Abandoibarra, 2 Web: http://www.guggen...
Last edited: 25 May 2008
Diocesan Museum of Sacred Art (Museo Diocesano de Arte Sacro) 
Open Weekdays from 3 to 7. Entry fee is FREE
Last edited: 29 April 2009
Guggenheim Museum Bilbao 
The Guggenheim in Bilbao is definitely worth a visit. The city has improved no...
Last edited: 04 October 2009
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Inside Dining Scene
Dining Overview 
Bilbao is the best place to enjoy Basque cuisine, which has attained the...
Last edited: 30 March 2008
Bilbao Indian Restaurants  
1. Agra - Mahal Castaños, 8. Tel: 944-465-466 2. Indian Village Tandoori...
Last edited: 13 August 2008
Bilbao Vegetarian Restaurants 
1. Deusto Restaurante Blas De Otero Kalea 27 Tel: 944-473-711 2. Garibolo Calle...
Last edited: 09 August 2008
Serantes 
Probablemente el mejor marisco de Bilbao
Last edited: 08 October 2009
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Inside Spain: For Foreign Visitors
Banks & Money 
The currency of Spain is the Euro (EUR), currently shared by 15 nations of the...
Last edited: 30 November 2008
Crossing the Border 
Spain has three European land borders, two come under the Schengen zone (France...
Last edited: 30 December 2008
Emergencies 
Dial 112 - for all emergencies 902 102 112 - for multi-lingual services...
Last edited: 30 June 2008
Important Phrases 
In many parts of Spain, particularly small towns and rural areas, older people...
Last edited: 09 October 2008
Telephones 
Always dial the full number as written or printed, including area code, when...
Last edited: 30 June 2008
Tipping & Etiquette 
In Spain it is common to leave 5% -10% tip for services. Locals always tip even...
Last edited: 19 June 2009
Credit Cards 
If you are paying by credit card in Spain and your home currency is not the...
Last edited: 07 May 2009
Electricity Info for Spain 
Voltage is 220V, 50 Hz (cycles). One needs to use a transformer (converter) if...
Last edited: 09 July 2008
Exchanging Money 
Exchanging money in Spain is easy and follows a similar pattern to elsewhere in...
Last edited: 30 June 2008
Policing, Crime & Accidents 
Main-line policing in Spain is organised and managed on a national basis by the...
Last edited: 30 June 2008
Rental-Cars 
Car rental is a nice option for moving around this beautiful country. It´s very...
Last edited: 01 December 2009
Train Travel Terminology 
English to Spanish translation of words commonly seen whilst travelling by...
Last edited: 02 July 2008
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