Bilbao

Port Bilbao stands apart from other cruise ports because it invites you to step straight into a living city that fused industrial strength with luminous culture. The moment your gangway touches the Nervión, you’re within reach of Frank Gehry’s Guggenheim, Norman Foster’s subway, and Cesar Pelli’s Abandoibarra parks—monuments in the daily life of a city that has become a world-class cultural hub. Signature experiences unfold along the river: a stroll from Palacio de Euskalduna to Mercado de la Ribera, a ride on Euskotram toward Basurto, or a riverside bicycle tour past the Seven Streets and Plaza Nueva in the Casco Viejo, where tapas tempt and history glows in carved doors and balconies. Port Bilbao’s facilities are purpose-built for modern cruise travel: efficient terminals with easy embarkation and disembarkation, deep-water berths capable of welcoming diverse fleets, and proximity to an urban landscape where exhibitions, operas, and gastronomy sit within a short stroll or a short bus ride. Onboard, guests savor Basque hospitality—local-inspired menus, bilingual guest services, culture-forward shore excursions, and immersive programs that pair western art, architecture and food with shipboard comforts—from spa and fitness to family-friendly activities and elegant dining. Whether you treat time BG (Before Guggenheim) or AG (After Guggenheim), Bilbao offers a unique blend of riverfront renewal, ancient quarter charm, and world-class culture that makes every call an unforgettable voyage.