Bilbao Audio Tour: Skyline Stories and Hidden Gems of Abando

Above photo: Xabier, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0. Cropped & resized.

Glass, steel and Gothic spires pierce the Bilbao sky, but Abando keeps its most extraordinary secrets at ground level. Modern towers like Bizkaia gleam beside churches that once echoed with rebellion and whispered intrigues.

This self-guided audio tour leads you deep into Abando’s hidden side, revealing stories and sights often missed by hurried travelers. Feel the streets pulse with forgotten tales and uncover the unexpected on your own terms.

What silent scandal once shadowed Kutxabank’s grand halls at midnight? Which secret pact turned the Church of San Vicente de Abando into the stage for a historic gamble? Why did one fleeting moment on these bustling streets forever change local politics?

Navigate a city where every step can shift your perspective, moving from soaring ambition to hushed revelation. Each landmark unfolds like a chapter in an urban mystery waiting to be cracked open.

Ready to unlock the real Abando and follow the city’s trail of secrets?

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• Duration: 1 hour 37 minutes
  
• Distance: Around 2.7 km (1.7 miles)
  
• Audio Content: up to 59min
  
• Meeting Point: Start at Bizkaia Tower, only a 3 minute walk from Bilbao-Abando station
  
• Stops: 14 captivating landmarks including Bizkaia Tower, La Equitativa Building (Bilbao), Chávarri Palace
  

Experience the charm of Abando like never before. Dive deep into tales of yesteryears, marvel at architectural wonders, and feel the pulse of the city as you navigate through its vibrant streets.

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• Professionally narrated audio stories bringing Abando's history to life
  
• Interactive map to guide your journey seamlessly
  
• Opportunities to explore and capture the city's most picturesque spots
  
• Flexibility to start, pause, and resume the tour at your convenience
  

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• This is a self-guided audio tour on your phone so no in-person guide.
  
• You'll need a smartphone with Android 7.0+ or iOS 16+ (iPhone 8 or later).
  
• You can start the tour at any time (the event time does not matter).
  
• The tour will be available to you forever so you can explore on any day.
  
• Bring headphones and make sure your phone is charged!
  

Once you book the tour, you'll receive an email within 10 minutes containing your unique redemption code and simple instructions to download our app. Enter the code, and you're all set to explore Bilbao on your terms.
It doesn't matter which date or time you select, when you redeem the code, the audio tour will be available to you permanently so you can explore on any day.

Whether you're a solo traveler, a couple seeking a romantic escapade, a family on an educational outing, or a group of friends eager for adventure, this tour caters to all. It's perfect for those who value flexibility, rich storytelling, and the freedom to explore without constraints.

AllTours is your ultimate travel companion for immersive audio tours. Discover cities like never before as our app reveals the stories behind the sights. Just plug in your headphones and explore!

With AllTours, you'll experience:

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• Immersive Experiences: Our digital guides bring landmarks to life with captivating stories and historical insights
  
• Offline Access: Download tours and maps for offline use – perfect for travelers concerned about data usage
  
• Interactive Maps: Navigate effortlessly with our user-friendly interface showing the optimal route
  
• Flexibility: Start, pause, and resume tours whenever you want – explore at your own pace
  
• Multilingual Support: Enjoy tours in your preferred language with our extensive language options
  

AllTours transforms ordinary sightseeing into extraordinary adventures. From iconic landmarks to hidden gems, we help you explore like a local while learning fascinating stories along the way.

You will visit the following locations:

• 🗼  Bizkaia Tower (3min)
• ⛪  Church of the Sacred Heart (Bilbao) (4min)
• 🚇  Line 1 (Bilbao Metro) (2min)
• 🏰  Palace of the Provincial Council of Vizcaya (4min)
• 🏦  Kutxabank (3min)
• 🌳  Plaza del Ensanche (4min)
• 🏢  La Equitativa Building (Bilbao) (2min)
• ⛪  Church of San Vicente de Abando (4min)
• 🏰  Palace of Ibaigane (2min)
• 📍  Isozaki Atheist (3min)
• 🌳  Jado Square (4min)
• 📍  Casa Montero (4min)
• 🏰  Chávarri Palace (4min)
• 🌳  Plaza de Federico Moyúa (4min)

Each stop features engaging audio stories that bring the location's history and significance to life.

Learn even more about Abando with these bonus audio stories available in the app:

• 🏛️    Prehistory (1min)
• 🏛️    Medieval Bilbao (2min)
• 🏛️    Modern age (2min)
• 🏛️    Contemporary Bilbao (3min)
• 🌍    Location (2min)
• 🌍    Hydrology (2min)
• 🌍    Climate (2min)
• 🌟    Bilbao's Demographic Evolution (2min)
• 🌟    Migration (2min)
• 🎭    Bilbao: Provincial Administrative Hub (1min)
• 🎭    Municipal government (2min)
• 🎭    Districts (2min)

These additional topics provide deeper insights into the city's culture, history, and local life.

Above photo: Xabier, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: Zarateman, Wikimedia Commons, Public domain. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: Ingolf, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 2.0. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: Zarateman, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0. Cropped & resized.

Our tours are available in 30+ languages to ensure you have the best experience:

🇬🇧 English  • 
🇫🇷 French  • 
🇪🇸 Spanish  • 
🇩🇪 German  • 
🇮🇹 Italian  • 
🇵🇹 Portuguese  • 
🇷🇺 Russian  • 
🇯🇵 Japanese  • 
🇨🇳 Chinese  • 
🇳🇱 Dutch  • 
🇧🇷 Portuguese (Brazil)  • 
🇸🇦 Arabic  • 
🇰🇷 Korean  • 
🇸🇪 Swedish  • 
🇩🇰 Danish  • 
🇫🇮 Finnish  • 
🇵🇱 Polish  • 
🇨🇿 Czech  • 
🇭🇺 Hungarian  • 
🇬🇷 Greek  • 
🇹🇷 Turkish  • 
🇮🇳 Hindi  • 
🇦🇱 Albanian  • 
🇪🇹 Amharic  • 
🇦🇲 Armenian  • 
🇧🇩 Bengali  • 
🇧🇦 Bosnian  • 
🇧🇬 Bulgarian  • 
🇲🇲 Burmese  • 
🇪🇸 Catalan  • 
🇭🇷 Croatian  • 
🇪🇪 Estonian  • 
🇬🇪 Georgian  • 
🇮🇳 Gujarati  • 
🇮🇸 Icelandic  • 
🇮🇩 Indonesian  • 
🇮🇳 Kannada  • 
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🇲🇰 Macedonian  • 
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🇳🇴 Norwegian  • 
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🇷🇴 Romanian  • 
🇷🇸 Serbian  • 
🇸🇰 Slovak  • 
🇸🇮 Slovenian  • 
🇸🇴 Somali  • 
🇰🇪 Swahili  • 
🇵🇭 Tagalog  • 
🇮🇳 Tamil  • 
🇮🇳 Telugu  • 
🇹🇭 Thai  • 
🇺🇦 Ukrainian  • 
🇵🇰 Urdu  • 
🇻🇳 Vietnamese

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