Bilbao Old Town food tour with pintxos, wine and market visit

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Discover the vibrant food culture of Bilbao on a delightful three-hour tour through the city's Old Town.This intimate experience highlights six carefully selected stops featuring authentic pintxos, local wines, and a visit to the iconic Mercado de la Ribera. Enjoy insights from an expert bilingual guide, making each bite a window into Bilbao's rich history and culinary traditions.Perfect for food lovers and those looking to connect with Basque culture, this tour ensures a relaxed atmosphere with a maximum of eight guests, allowing for personal interaction and a real taste of local life.This tour supports Koop SF 34, a social business incubator in Bilbao that empowers entrepreneurs of Sub-Saharan origin. Your visit also helps sustain independent local businesses and community-focused initiatives across the city.

Highlights

You'll taste six carefully selected traditional and modern Basque pintxos
There's a chance to sip perfectly paired local drinks, including Txakoli, Rioja wine and a classic Bilbao aperitif
Your expert bilingual local guide will show you around Bilbao in a small group
You'll visit Mercado de la Ribera, Europe's largest covered food market
The tour supports independent local businesses and community-driven social initiatives

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Facilities

Free cancellation

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Available in English, Spanish

What's included

Drinks
Guided walking tour
Wine tasting
Food tasting
Local guide

Not included

Tips (optional)
Additional food and drinks (available for purchase on site)

Where you'll meet

Please meet outside Mercado de la Ribera, next to San Antón Church. The guide will be holding a bag with the logo of Topa Food Tours.

Operated by

Topa Food Tours

Important information

Know in advance: * Please let the local partner know in advance of any food allergy or intolerance * Pescatarian, vegetarian, vegan, no-pork, and no-alcohol preferences can be accommodated. For severe allergies or strict gluten-free requirements, it's recommended to book a private tour for maximum flexibility * There are **six carefully selected food stops,** including a visit to the Mercado de la Ribera. Each stop includes 1-2 tastes and drinks. Each drink is chosen to be paired with your food. This includes local and national wines. Non-alcoholic pairings are also available Remember to bring: * Comfortable shoes * Umbrella