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Where is Bilbao?

Attention all cheapsters, cheapskates and cheapaholics. There's truly never been a better time to take your frugal selves on a vacation to Bilbao!

It can be found 7 miles to the north-east of Guenes, and 199 miles north of Madrid, the nation's capital.

With plenty of things to see and do in this corner of Bilboaldea, it's not hard to see why 354,900 locals reside here.

Cheap Things to do in Bilbao

Forget about ticket prices, booking fees and costly attractions! With our list of free things to do in or near Bilbao, you'll be ahead of the curve with some of the best cheap travel hacks:

• Frequenting arts and cultural events is a good way to really make a connection with the region. Check out the upcoming programs at the Culture House Barrainkua, the Azkuna Zentroa, the Galeria Venus and the Galeria Da Vinci to discover some amazing free shows.
• On the hunt for something that satisfies your desire for outdoor fun and costs zero, zip, zilch? You can't look past the Funicular de Artxanda. This place will entertain you at the right price.
• Discover a little about the local history without coughing up expensive entry fees at Bilbao City Hall, San Anton Bridge and Deusto Bridge. These free sites provide a fascinating insight into the region's unique culture.
• Why pay for budget-blowing tours when you can do it yourself on the cheap? Get going to your choice of Plaza Moyua, Plaza Nueva and Plaza Miguel de Unamuno, talk to the local people and see what these bustling localities have to offer.
• If you're eager to see attractions that won't blow your budget, Ribera Market, the Culture House Barrainkua and the Azkuna Zentroa are a few of our top picks.

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Cheap Car Rentals in Bilbao

Low-cost and inexpensive — we know they're words that everybody wants to hear. So, why not think about renting a car for your stay in Bilbao? That way you needn't spend big bucks on taxis.

Enterprise is right in the center of the city. Simply head to PLAZA CIRCULAR, 2.Why don't you also look into Alamo? They can be found nearby at Plaza Circular, 2 Estaci?n De Tren Bilbao Abando.

Cheap Hotels in Bilbao

You won't have any problems grabbing one of the 98 hotels in Bilbao. Though, try not to leave it until the last second! Your next penny-pinching journey is calling your name!

Your Bilbao getaway doesn't have to cost an arm and a leg when you book budget accommodations like the Iturrienea Ostatua and the Hotel Bilbao Jardines.