Bilbao

15 Best Bilbao Pintxos & Food Tours

This is my shortlist of pintxos tours for eating like a local in Bilbao, most looping through the old town and Plaza Nueva. Pintxos culture has rules: one or two bites per bar, a small drink, then move on. A guide who knows the counters saves you from ordering blind.

1.Bilbao: Gaztelugatxe, Bermeo, Mundaka, Gernika, & Wine Tour

Discover the Basque Coast with this full-day tour featuring Gaztelugatxe, Bermeo, Mundaka, Gernika, and wine tasting—perfect for culture and scenery lovers.

Most Popular★ 4.7

“We had a lovely time!! Stefan was great and kept us well informed without making us feel as though we’re being lectured. It felt like we were hardly on the bus and got so much done in 10 hours. Every stop was amazing they continued…”

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2.The Original Bilbao Food Tour With Wine Pairing

Discover the flavors of Bilbao on our food tour! Indulge in delicious bites paired with the finest wines. Join us now and taste the authentic essence of this vibrant city.

★ 5.0

“Very fun, Irene was very knowledgable about the city, food, wine, history and culture. She chose a great variety of places and pintxos and wine pairings for each”

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4.Bilbao: Basque Food Tour With Guide

Discover the mouthwatering flavors of Bilbao's Basque cuisine on a guided food tour. Indulge in pintxos, sip on local wines, and immerse yourself in the vibrant culinary scene.

★ 4.9

“Ashley was a wonderful and passionate guide, sharing about the history of Bilbao and the Basque Country and provided great insights into local life, food and drinks. The Pinxtos were tasty and filling, and the range of drinks (wine, cider and cocktail) were great. We…”

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5.The Authentic Bilbao Pintxos, Food & History Tour With a Local

Embark on a culinary journey through Bilbao's historic streets. Indulge in mouthwatering pintxos and uncover the city's rich gastronomic heritage with a knowledgeable local guide.

★ 5.0

“Fun and informative...not to metion delicious...tour. Jack is a great tour guide: Engaging, knowledgeable, and caring. This tour was excellent and is highly recommended.”

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6.Bilbao: Pintxos and Wine Tasting Tour With Local Guide

Discover the culinary delights of Bilbao on a pintxos and wine tasting tour with a knowledgeable local guide. Indulge in delicious bites and savor the flavors of Spain!

★ 4.9

“Fun and interesting with plenty of great food and wine. Our guide Oscar was knowledgeable, entertaining and very easy to get on with. All together a great tour and definitely would recommend.”

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8.Semi-Private La Rioja Tour of 3 Premium Wineries From Bilbao

Experience the best of La Rioja's wineries on this exclusive tour from Bilbao. Discover premium wines and indulge in a unique tasting experience. Book now!

★ 5.0

“The whole day was amazing . We really enjoyed seeing the three different wineries and learning about their wine . Olila was a fantastic guide , she made the whole day so enjoyable . Seeing the walled city was fun just a shame the weather…”

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11.Rioja Wine Tour: 2 Wineries From Bilbao

Embark on a wine lover's dream in Rioja! Explore 2 incredible wineries from Bilbao and indulge in the rich flavors of this renowned Spanish region. Click now!

★ 5.0

“The ride to Rioja from Bilbao is beautiful. We had plenty of tastings at two wineries and enjoyed knowledgeable and interesting conversation with our guide, who we had the pleasure of fleeting to know throughout the course of the day. Thoroughly enjoyable!”

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12.Bilbaos #1 Food & Wine Experience

Discover Bilbao’s best pintxos and local drinks on a small-group food tour. Learn about Basque culture, history, and cuisine with expert guides.

★ 4.9

“Our tour with Desiree was fabulous. She gave us lots of information about Bilbao and also about the pintxos and beverages. We had a tour in San Sebastian and the Bilbao tour was so amazing in comparison. The food and restaurants were amazing. Desiree always…”

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14.Bike & Pintxos in Getxo (Scenic Bilbaos Seaside)

Discover the perfect blend of scenic beauty, biking adventure, and delectable pintxos in Getxo. Explore Bilbao's seaside like never before! Click now.

★ 4.5

“We were not able to go on this tour due to weather. I gave it a 5 because the communication with the tour operator was very clear and timely. We were given a refund. The tour operator also recommended several places we should visit, on…”

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15.Bilbao: Foodie Walking Tour With Tastings

Embark on a culinary adventure through Bilbao with the 'Foodie Walking Tour With Tastings' that promises to tantalize your taste buds and uncover hidden gastronomic gems.

★ 4.9

“The tour was fantastic! Desiré our guide was very nice and she learned us a lot about the food the traditions and history, we had a nice small group. We recommend this tour to anybody who visits Bilbao”

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4.6From Bilbao: La Rioja and Its Wineries$85 5.0La Rioja Boutique Wine Tour – 2 Bodegas & Picnic Lunch (From Bilbao)$267.46 4.5From Bilbao: Rioja Wine Region with Winery & Vitoria-Gasteiz9 hours$82 4.9From Bilbao: Rioja Architecture and Wine Tour8 hours$288 5.0Bilbao Pintxos and Wine Tour3 hours (approx.)$119.48 5.0Pintxo and Tapas Tour With Local Food Expert3 hours (approx.)$174.21 4.5Bike With Pintxos & Drinks in Getxo. Bilbao´S Scenic Seaside2.5 hours$71 5.0Top Spanish Wine and Cheese Tasting With Sommelier1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)$53.92 4.5Private Workshop Preparation of Pintxos With Lunch in Bilbao2 hours (approx.)$118.03 4.9Bilbao: Immersive Evening Spanish Wine Tasting W/ Sommelier1.5 hours$53 5.0Pintxos and Tapas Cooking Class in Bilbao2 hours (approx.)$119.83 4.8Bilbao: Basque Pintxos and Tapas Cooking Class With Open Bar2.5 hours$112 3.8Bilbao: Classic & Modern Guided Walking Tour With Pintxos3 hours$100 4.5Rioja Wine Region With Visit to Winery & Vitoria-Gasreiz9 hours (approx.)$84.10 5.0Modern Architecture Wine Tour With Lunch8 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$348.18 4.3Bilbao: Guided Pintxos Tour3 hours$147 5.0A Sip-By-Sip Tour of 3 Boutique Rioja Family Wineries (Private Tour With Lunch)8 hours (approx.)$480.10 4.9La Rioja Boutique Wine Tour & Magical Picnic (From Bilbao)$255 4.9Boutique Rioja Wine Tour with Charming Lunch (From Bilbao) 4.9Bilbao Food Tour With Pintxos & Drinks With a Local3.5 hours$102 5.0San Sebastian Private Tour, Pintxos & Winery Visit From Bilbao8 hours (approx.)$390.95 5.0Rioja Wine Tour: Winery & Traditional Lunch From Bilbao8 hours (approx.)$300.73 5.0Private La Rioja Day: Visit 2 Premium Wineries with lunch.8 hours$353 5.0Full Day Private Tour to Rioja Wine Tour With Lunch From Bilbao7 to 8 hours (approx.)$511.75