Parki i ogrody w Bilbao

Parks and Gardens

Bilbao’s landscape blends 19th-century romantic gardens with modern urban regeneration. This selection features the city’s largest green lung, Doña Casilda Park, alongside the riverside promenades of El Arenal. It includes historic squares like Jardines de Albia and modern architectural hubs like Euskadi Plaza. For panoramic city views, the list covers the hilltop Kobetamendi Park, while the Guggenheim gardens showcase world-class contemporary sculpture in an outdoor setting.

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Doña Casilda Park

The city’s largest green space, beautiful park right in the heart of Bilbao, it is a perfect place where to escape from an everyday bustle.

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Federico Moyuaren plaza / Plaza de Federico Moyúa

Elliptical plaza at the center of the Ensanche district. Designed by Ricardo Bastida, it features a central fountain and symmetrical flower beds.

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Jardines de Albia / Albia lorategia

Historic square in the Abando district featuring a statue of writer Antonio de Trueba and century-old trees, located near the Palace of Justice.

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Areatza / El Arenal

Riverside promenade at the gateway to the Casco Viejo. It features a distinctive Art Deco bandstand and hosts regular flower and book markets.

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Museo plaza

Small urban square situated between the Bilbao Fine Arts Museum and the entrance to Doña Casilda Park.

Guggenheim parkea

Riverside green space featuring major contemporary sculptures, including Jeff Koons’ floral Puppy and Louise Bourgeois’ giant spider, Maman.

Kobetamendi parkea / Parque Kobetamendia

High-altitude park on Mount Cobetas offering panoramic views of the city. It serves as the primary venue for the Bilbao BBK Live music festival.

Errukietxe lorategia / Jardines Misericordia

Romantic 19th-century gardens surrounding the Casa de la Misericordia, featuring diverse tree species and quiet walking paths near San Mamés.

Euskadi plaza / Plaza Euskadi

Modern 10,000-square-meter square designed by landscape architect Diana Balmori, featuring oval-shaped paths and seating areas near the Iberdrola Tower.