Getxo (Bilbao) Cruises
Gateway to Bilbao, Getxo has a number of impressive beaches and fascinating buildings, including the UNESCO-listed Vizcaya Bridge. Bilbao itself is home to the famous Guggenheim Museum, a feat of construction, housing a magnificent display of modern art. This region is also renowned for the popular Rioja wine, which was awarded DOC status in 1991, and accompanies the local Pintxos savoury treats perfectly.
Top Experiences
Guggenheim Museum
Designed by American architect Frank O. Gehry, this avant-garde building is a magnificent place to display masterpieces of modern and contemporary art. Since its opening in 1997, the Guggenheim Bilbao and Puppy – a floral sculpture of a dog by Jeff Koons, located outside the museum – have become the most internationally known symbols of Bilbao. The Guggenheim also offers a series of activities for visitors who wish to broaden their knowledge of art.
Gastronomy
Gastronomy is an art in Bilbao. The city is home to many prestigious restaurants offering dishes ranging from traditional cuisine to the most avant-garde culinary creations. There are different areas of the city in which to savour the famous pintxos (typical appetisers). Bilbao is famous for being the capital of cod, because of the wide variety of mouth-watering recipes made with this fish.
Cruises to Getxo (Bilbao)
France & Spain with the River Seine • L2508
- Balmoral's smaller size allows her to dock in the heart of Bordeaux
- Visit a local French vineyard and enjoy a tasting session
- Enjoy Scenic Discoveries of the River Seine
Discovering Northern Spain • T2413
- Call into three fascinating cities and experience local culture
- Discover the origin of Asturian cider in Gijón
- Visit Santiago de Compostela from La Coruña
Discovering Northern Spain • T2424
- Visit three Spanish cities on this week-long getaway
- Sample pintxos in Bilbao and Asturian cider in Gijón
- Explore Santiago de Compostela from La Coruña
Festive Spanish Break • T2428
- Enjoy festive Spanish culture on this pre-Christmas break
- Sample pintxos, Galician mussels and Asturian cider
- See the Tower of Hercules from the decks of Bolette
French Rivers with Normandy & Bordeaux • L2516
- Sail along the picturesque River Seine, only possible on smaller ships
- Join a tour to France's capital and experience Parisian life
- Discover the enigmatic Mont Saint-Michel from St Malo
Exploring the Landscapes of España Verde • S2523
- Explore the lush landscapes of Spain's northern shores
- Embrace Spanish traditions of dance, pelota, Rioja and pintxos
- Enjoy the energy Aste Negusia Basque festival
Exploring the Landscapes of España Verde • S2527
- Discover the majestic mountains of España Verde
- Indulge in typical Spanish dishes such as empanadas or pintxos
- Explore the beauty of the Santiago de Compostela Cathedral