Bilbao

vizcayan towns

Balmaseda Charming town an hour from Bilbao

Guernica - Gernika -- Basque stronghold town, bombed by the Nazis during the Spanish Civil War. Inspired Guernica by Picasso in the Museo Reina Sofia in Madrid.

Sopelana Town near the beach.

Portugalete Take the Transporter Bridge from Getxo to this charming town.

Plentzia Another town near the beach.

Getxo Very nice walk along the coast, from the bridge to Sopelana. More than 10 km long.

San Juan de Gaztelugatxe -- Small chapel situated on a breathtaking island between Bilbao and Bermeo.

cities in other provinces

San Sebastian -- Beautiful resort with bar counters full of tasty Pintxos Tapas

Santander -- Resort City