24 Jan 2026 Bilbao is one of Europe's most vibrant and historic cities. Its fantastic location makes it the perfect place for a school trip or to celebrate the end-of-year trip that is such a big event for children.
Bilbao boasts an interesting culture, some of the best cuisine in the world, monuments known throughout Europe and unrivalled leisure and sports facilities.
All this makes the capital of the Basque Country the perfect destination for your school trip, ensuring that everyone from the youngest children to the teachers accompanying the group will enjoy themselves.
To show that Bilbao is the perfect place to enjoy an end-of-year school trip, we have chosen just a few of the most interesting activities that La Villa offers its visitors.
The Guggenheim Museum is a must-see on your school trip to Bilbao. In fact, it is always an important place to visit, regardless of the nature or reason for your trip.
It is a symbol of the city, marking the direction in which the city wanted to grow and become known worldwide.
A true feat of engineering, a monument in itself and a benchmark among international museums. But it's not just modern art and architecture enthusiasts who are welcome.
The Guggenheim Museum wants everyone to have a positive experience during their visit, and it facilitates access to culture and history for all its visitors. Of course, children are no exception, and there are guides and tours specialised in young visitors, who will see the museum in a different light and enjoy a unique experience.
Although it is the most important, the Guggenheim Museum is not the only museum in the city, far from it. Among the most notable and those that children on your school trip are likely to enjoy most is the Maritime Museum.
The Maritime Museum addresses the importance of navigation and the estuary in the life and history of the city of Bilbao. Its location is fantastic, next to the famous Carola crane, a symbol of the city's past.
The Maritime Museum, like the Guggenheim Museum, is a masterpiece in itself, and even the surrounding area invites you to take a stroll and discover the place. Inside, the history and exhibitions will capture the attention of all visitors.
La Ría, the Estuary, represents life in the city. The heart of Bilbao is the Estuary, and its history should be known, but also enjoyed. And there is no better way to enjoy it than by playing and having fun.
In La Ría, as well as finding great places to eat in the surrounding area, you can enjoy the water by practising water sports. These activities on the estuary are suitable for children, and with specialised instructors and guides, everyone will have a great time.
So now it's not just about walking along the estuary and admiring the bridges, but you can also go kayaking in pairs or even try paddle surfing, among other activities. And let's not forget that you can also explore the estuary by bike.
Let's talk about the beautiful game: football. Bilbao is home to one of the most modern and spectacular stadiums in the world: San Mamés.
The home of Athletic Club is known as ‘La Catedral’ (The Cathedral), and it certainly lives up to its name. With architecture that will surprise everyone, both inside and out, it is a fantastic excursion for everyone, whether you like football or not.
The truth is that it could be considered another of the city's monuments. If you can't get tickets for a match, a good option is to take a tour, where you can discover all the secrets of the stadium, as well as its interior and history.
Another surprise for all children who collect football cards is to go to Plaza Nueva on a Sunday morning, because that's where they are exchanged, as they always have been. It's a tradition that hasn't been lost and a fun activity to do.
Sport doesn't stop at the estuary, far from it, although there are more water sports. Following the course of the estuary, we reach the sea, where surfing lessons are given for all levels and ages. Remember that Bilbao is one of the favourite spots for surfers from all over Europe.
However, thanks to La Villa's fantastic location, you can enjoy many other outdoor activities in the heart of nature. Bilbao is located between the sea and the mountains, allowing you to experience all kinds of adventures.
From hiking trails with breathtaking panoramic views to climbing and even educational workshops in the heart of nature.
Of course, we cannot forget that one of the main activities you can do on your school trip is to discover Bilbao itself, which goes far beyond the Guggenheim Museum; Casco Viejo, Arriaga Theatre, Euskalduna Palace or the Alhondiga Bilbao.
And if Bilbao isn't enough for you, there are some of the most beautiful places in the whole country nearby, such as San Juan de Gaztelugatxe, with its hundreds of steps and its chapel.
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