Guggenheim Museum Bilbao

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The Guggenheim Museum Bilbao is a museum of contemporary and modern art designed by Canadian architect Frank O. Gehry. Averaging over 1.1 million visitors per year, the Guggenheim is one of the most popular museums in Spain, as well as one of the largest. King Juan Carlos I of Spain inaugurated the museum on October 17, 1997, officially opening it to the public.

With its spectacular structure made of glass, limestone and titanium in the style of Deconstructivism, the museum instantly became one of the world's most important buildings of the 20th century. The Guggenheim Museum Bilbao is situated along the Nervión River in what was once a thriving port area that underwent a period of urban transformation.

There are 20 galleries spread over three floors that consists of works of art belonging to the Guggenheim Foundation as well as travelling exhibitions. Explore the works from numerous genres including pop art, minimalism, abstract expressionism, and conceptual art from noteworthy artists such as Andy Warhol, Cy Twombly, James Rosenquist and more!

With over 120,000 sq. ft of space dedicated to the exhibitions, the exhibits change frequently and are mostly works from during the twentieth century. In fact, the classical paintings and sculptures are a very small part of the collection in comparison to other types of artistic works. Take a group tour and learn about the different pieces of artwork as well as the building itself and its unique structure.

With its central location in the city of Bilbao, the museum can be easily reached by all forms of public transportation and by foot. It is open from Tuesday to Sunday from 11:00am to 7:00pm all year round, as well as on Mondays in the months of June, July and August.

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Bilbao walking tour
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Bilbao walking tour

Book this Bilbao walking tour and enjoy a nice walk through our city's most emblematic areas.

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Self-guided audio walking tour to explore Bilbao
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Self-guided audio walking tour to explore Bilbao

Enjoy the best Bilbao has to offer and get recommendations on local dishes with this self-guided audio tour.

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Visit to the Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao in Spanish
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Visit to the Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao in Spanish

Visit the Guggenheim Museum Bilbao, and get to know part of its interior exhibition space and much more with a Spanish guide.

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All Iron Bilbao tour: Athletic Club and Guggenheim Museum
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All Iron Bilbao tour: Athletic Club and Guggenheim Museum

Book this All Iron Bilbao tour and discover the best icons of Bilbao: San Mames Stadium - Atheltic Club Bilbao and Guggenheim Museum

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Guggenheim Museum and Basque Coast tour
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Guggenheim Museum and Basque Coast tour

Book this Guggenheim Museum and Basque Coast tour and indulge yourself in the history, culture and art of Spanish Basque Country

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Skip-the-line tickets to Bilbao Guggenheim Museum and San Juan de Gaztelugatxe tour from San Sebastián
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Skip-the-line tickets to Bilbao Guggenheim Museum and San Juan de Gaztelugatxe tour from San Sebastián

Enjoy a day-trip from San Sebastián and explore the Basque region that surrounds Bilbao. Save time to visit the Guggenheim Museum of Bilbao with your skip-the-line tickets and discover the charming 10th century hermitage of San Juan de Gaztelugatxe and climb its 241 stairs to get to the top!

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Bilbao and Guggenheim Museum small-group tour from Vitoria
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Bilbao and Guggenheim Museum small-group tour from Vitoria

Book this Bilbao and Guggenheim Museum small-group tour from Vitoria and discover Bilbao, the economic powerhouse of the Basque Country.

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Guggenheim Bilbao Museum private tour
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Guggenheim Bilbao Museum private tour

Visit the Guggenheim Bilbao Museum in small groups with an official guide. Admire the eccentric exterior of the Museum and its collection of masterpieces.

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Reviews Guggenheim Museum Bilbao

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“Very good, wonderful exeperience!”

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“Ane, una guía apasionada por el arte y por su profesión.Visita muy didáctica e interesante.”

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undefined, 28 Jul 2024

“Nuestra guía, Edurne, un encanto y muy amable. Lo explicaba todo perfectamente y con entusiasmo Un verdadero placer”

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