Worth the tour We enjoyed a free entrance on Saturday to both the Iglesia the museum but also to cloister

Amazing! I found it as beautiful if not even more impressive than León Cathedral. Go to the rooms beyond the church main room. It is spectacular. Friendly staff, great atmosphere.

Lovely place to visit. I initially thought that was an entrance fee for it but it is free. Don’t miss the cloister, very beautiful! Definitely worth the visit. Make sure you check hours as they close on the afternoons.

Large open plaza with fountains set in the ground. A lovely place to sit near the river surrounded by some very old and historic building. Entrance fee charged to go in the museum (of Leon)

It's a part of the museum of León and the entrance is free. Convent was built in XVI century. Museum's part has a lot of objects of middle age and baroque. And another part is a hotel now.

The renovation of the building is more than you can expect. It includes a Museo de León exhibition in religious topics. The Iglesia is on the Way of Santiago (El Camino), so you can wonder the building in any time. Perfect place with the amazing and great square to have a rest and get dozens of experiences about León and its past and present.

Impressive building with great detail of work out in to arches, doors and borders of facade, must visit inside of the convent as it's not only free but also give you highlights of 3rd century old Stones and tombs.

If you’re a Gaudí lover, don’t miss Casa Botines in León! I visited it today and was so pleased. The audio guide unveils so many fascinating details about the house, Gaudí’s life, and the hidden symbolism woven into the building’s design. The beautifully reconstructed rooms offer a glimpse into how the spaces would have looked in Gaudí’s time. A section allows to delve into Gaudí’s creative mind, his deep connection to nature, geometry, and meaning, making the experience even more special. On the third floor, a rich art collection awaits, with highlights being Dalí’s Divine Comedy illustrations and Goya’s Caprichos. An inspiring and beautifully curated visit, highly recommended to anyone intrigued by Gaudí’s world beyond Barcelona!

Lovely Gaudi building. The building process documented on interesting display boards in Spanish and English. The highlight for us was the Goya etchings, the Los Caprichos, on the 3rd floor. A look into the mind of a genius artist.

One of only three Gaudi buildings outside of Barcelona, Casa Botines is perhaps Gaudi's most conservative structure. That said it is still wild in its irregular beauty.

The building is very nice, but the museum part is very plain. Maybe it is because I am a foreigner, but I couldn't watch and analyze too long some modern arts and old house parts, just like the bathroom. There are 3 levels, and there are rooms where just posters about the architecture and methods. I don't regret this 9 euro, but I thought it would be something amazing (according to the lot of good reviews).

Great modernist building in Leon 🔝 Casa Botines is one of the three projects outside Barcelona by Antoni Gaudi. When in Leon don’t miss it ! Highly recommended ! Camino de Santiago ( 21 apr - day 18 ) Visited April 2025

Casa Botines is a must-visit landmark in León, especially for those interested in architecture, history, or the works of Antoni Gaudí. One of only a few Gaudí buildings located outside of Catalonia, Casa Botines stands out with its neo-Gothic façade, pointed towers, and striking stonework—resembling more a medieval castle than a city building. The museum inside offers a well-curated experience that combines art, architecture, and history. Visitors can learn about Gaudí’s vision, the building’s origins as a textile warehouse and bank, and its later restoration. The exhibition includes original sketches, furniture, and informative displays in both Spanish and English, making it accessible to international visitors. There are also temporary exhibitions and a small but interesting art collection on the upper floors. A highlight is the chance to see some of the original architectural elements up close, as well as the preserved office spaces that transport you back in time. The building is also beautifully lit in the evening and worth viewing from the outside, even after hours. Casa Botines isn’t just for architecture enthusiasts—it’s a key piece of León’s cultural heritage and a great stop for anyone wanting to appreciate Gaudí’s lesser-known but equally impressive work.

Stunning building by Gaudi, it’s not as decorated as those building in Barcelona, with those details display in English as well, help us to be more enjoyable to know about stories behind this place!

This is the museum with the magnificent Romanesque fresco - all original dating back to the 11th C. They have free tours on some evenings, which I was lucky enough to be able to join by chance - it was in Spanish but the guide was kind enough to give explanations in English just for me. So why the four stars and not five? Simply because they do not allow photography in the fresco section. I specifically visited Leon to photograph this fresco so I was very disappointed that it wasn't made clear on their website that this is the case. May be they did mention it in Spanish. It is definitely worth a visit, even just to look at the fresco.

Some interesting sights but it didnt float my boat hugely. [Maybe in part because the previous day we visited the collection a the cathedral, which was very striking.] Limited photography (even without flash). I can understand them not wanting the valuable precious metal and jeweled treasures being photographed, but the restrictions sem unduly onerous.

Beautiful Romanesque frescoes, they call it the Sistine of Spain

Fascinating place with excellent information.

(Translated by Google) One of the places I wanted to visit in León. The Sistine Chapel of León is essential, fantastic. Seeing and being in a place with so much history leaves you stunned, I haven't stopped enjoying those frescoes. (Original) Uno de los lugares que quería visitar en León. Imprescindible, fantástico la capilla sixtina de León. Ver y estar en un sitio con tanta historia te deja anonadado, no he parado de disfrutar de esos frescos.

(Translated by Google) Beautiful. It is located to the right of the Church of San Isidoro. There are guided tours, although you can also enter on your own. (Original) Muy bonito. Está situado a la derecha de la Iglesia de san Isidoro. Hay visitas guiadas, aunque también se puede entrar por libre

(Translated by Google) A must-see in León. One of those places that surprises and fascinates you. (Original) Visita obligada en León. De esos sitios que te sorprenden y fascinan.

The Leon Cathedral is a tremendous landmark that helps take Camino de Santiago pilgrims back in time to imagine what the area would have been like 800 years ago when this cathedral was built. The area around the cathedral is spacious and offers a sense of relaxation while having coffee or a meal .

The cathedral is so beautiful The visit is nice and it is worth the price The audio guide is clearly not good enough. It is only 5 very long recording. Would be good to inspire from Oviedo

Fabulous church inside and out. Stained glass windows and vaulted ceilings are amazing. Tickets are not cheap but do not mind paying as it goes to the upkeep of this amazing cathedral. Loved that we take photos of the inside to keep our memories fresh of the glorious interior. No restrooms available.

Wow, wow, wow. The stained glass and scale is striking. I'm not sure we could build this now. There is no reduced entrance for pilgrims, which is unusual, but the visit worth the €7. The audio-tour was cool as well. Just the right amount of detail and explanation of points of interest for my sore feet.

Breathtakingly beautiful! Around £5 to get in, which I think is a steal!!! There is a little cafe on the corner to the right which has the loveliest staff! Go there…. Not the ones opposite the church itself!

Its just Wow! When you are inside that building and you see those stained glass windows… your jaw will drop to the ground!

This is an architectural gem. Well worth visiting. They have audio in several languages and it’s a self guided tour.

An incredible, unforgettable experience! Huge halls, impressive stalactites. You can literally see a million years of history. It’s breathtaking!

A very beautiful cave to visit! We booked the more expensive tour for 18 euros which began at 920am. It was nice because there were like <15 of us with a guide who took us through the cave first in darkness then they switched on the lights. I highly recommend it although the guide was speaking in Spanish but we had a friend who helped to translate it for us. The cave is quite large, with several Chambers to see. I highly recommend it!

Was an amazing tour, exploring the depths of the underground wonders of the earth. We were accompanied with a very friendly guide who was able to translate in English for me. A truly spectacular experience.

Great day out with the children!! The surrounding area is beautiful with a restaurant a children play area and a picnic area. Also there is a walking route outside the cave. The cave itself is amazing. But be prepared it's cold insite😬. 🇪🇸🦁

The friendliest people at the pay window and our guide was amazing, funny and answered all our questions. Luckily we were a group of only 5 so we were able to go inside without light and when out guide turned on the light we all gasped. The caves are just WOW! Outside you can park wonderfully and there are picnic tables everywhere to eat while you wait to enter the cave.

We told the children (to entice them) that the dinosaurs lived there. I recommend you to come until 16:00. So you can make the tour.

Fantastic cave with huge rooms with stunning stalactites and stalagmites, lakes and waterfalls. The guide, "Cuevas", was very helpful and funny, too.

Nice place to visit

Nature with a human touch

Ok

Ok

Ok

A picturesque surprise.

Its a must

Castle is open 12pm till 2pm. Only the ground floor is accessible but there are lots of interesting and varied things on display. Worth a visit

Good for a short visit. Nice panorama!

Visited in the summer. The guides are lovely and very informative. A hidden treasure!

Found this one by accident but worth a visit. Interesting. Not sure about entery

Restored castle worth visiting.

Original

Expectacular

If you like astronomy and are in Palencia this small museum deserves a visit. It holds a few historical astronomical and scientific instruments, a meteorite, samples of actual satellite instrumentation, but the main feature is a meridian line. Visit this museum at solar noon in a sunny day and wait for the magic!

The entrance porch is from the Roman period (12th Century). There's a sundial to side elevation. Nice interactive video about local tourism & displays/exhibits about the stars/planetary movement/astronomy. The staff at Tourist Office are really helpful. The Guided Tour which is normally 3€ per person is recommended.

Visitando hoy con toda la familia de Alemania y Canadá este centro cultural. It was marvellous and we learned a lot. We will come back again for sure. Next Saturday we will join a concert there. We expect again a nice and beautiful night.

Very good attention even with a pandemic going on. Interesting and didactic. Dog-friendly

A beautiful museum!

Excellent tour guide and a fantastic church/museum.

Made in Palencia

The gothic Cathedral Basilica of Saint Antoninus, dedicated to Saint Antonius of Pampers, is one of the largest cathedrals in Europe (130m x 42m high x 50m wide) similar in size to Cathedral of Reims, and Notre Dame de Paris. It is generally known as “the unknown beauty" because it is not as well known as other Spanish cathedrals, though it has works of art of great value, including a fabulous El Greco: the martyrdom of St. Sebastian from 1579. A curiosity are the stork nests on the tower, so you are constantly followed by the characteristic noisy bill-clattering, which appears to be distant machine gun fire.

Very impressive and interesting cathedral! Entry is 6 Euros but it is definitely worth it. Being Spain's 3rd biggest cathedral, it offers countless chapels with richly decorated altairs, several choirs, two big naves, a transept and catacombs. The condition is surprisingly good due to excellent maintenance.

Very nice building It is worth to look at it from different angles We didn't go in, but situated next to the university and yet in a quiet and peaceful area

Despite the ghastly bling bling in the side chapels and altar this is a rather lovely building. The choir is magnificent on the outside and the organ is fantastic. Great stonework throughout. The small gallery of artwork is well worth a visit, some nice works including a rather homoerotic San Sebastian by El Greco which could have been painted this century.

We enjoyed the guided tour at noon. The guide was very competent and spoke in a clear Spanish. Even if you do not speak Spanish most visitors will enjoy the tour.

Look Up! Marvel the magnificent gargoyles! And don’t forget to photograph the photographer and see the Aliens Xenomorphs!!!!

A really unexpected surprise in Palencia. The province being the realm of the Romanesque, I expected its cathedral to be this style, too. Instead, we came across a fantastic Gothic temple which, unfortunately, we could not visit because it was being restored. We at least enjoyed the awesome exterior.

Impressive sculpture of Victorio Macho with 21 meters high. You can visit the interpretation center for free but check the schedule since it's not open every day.

It is said that the statue of Christ is the second largest . But the sculpting was not pleasing. A new museum has been set up on the history. It is located on a hallock. Nice physical work out. Can reach via private vehicle and then take a walk. A good view to the neighboring settlements

Great views right outside the old town. Peaceful and quiet

It was totally worth going up to see el Cristo. Awesome vibes and views. Museum wasn’t open but it was still worth going.

Amazing place, quite with excellent view of Palencia

Really should not allow cars up. But fantastic view when up there and stunning statue

Really close to Palència, worth a visit.

I didn't even knew about the monastery and the gregorian chants of the monks. Learned that by chance. Still a nice experience withnessing that on my way to Sad Hill Cemetery.

Small monastery with a rich history. Guided visit by a monk.

A long way from anywhere, this great Benedictine pile towers over the village around it. The Gregorian chant is past its Grammy-winning glory days, but evening Vespers still attracts a good crowd in summertime. A highlight of the cloister visit is the renaissance-era pharmacy, complete with a huge copper still, stone mortar and pestle, and dozens of jars, vials, and pots for herbs and potions...straight out of Harry Potter!

Don't miss the hymns of the monks at 8pm in the summer and 7pm in the winter. Amen!😍👍🙏

Very very nice and interesting, beautiful, you breathe history.

Great monastery. Do attend the Gregorian chanted masses when visiting, check the timetables.

Beautiful and surreal town with fantastic views and restaurants

A monastery in a far green landscape, at the end of the road in the middle of nowhere. Very good simple restaurant with traditional dishes. You can also stay over night. Well recommended for bikers, hikers, bethinkers and devouters and of course tourists. The fountain has healing properties - if you believe.

impressive buildings in the mountains I always wonder how they manage to do this. Nice views and great cultural heritage. Worth a drive/walk/cycle if you're in the neighborhood.

Somewhere completely different, A fully functional monastery! Rooms are a little on the basic side, but still comfortable, The meal we had was outstanding, One of the best meals we had in Spain! The monastery itself is very isolated, but the views are stunning, Recommend

Outstanding location. Comfortable accommodation and very clean. Great breakfast and evening meal simple but very good value. Friendly helpful staff. Our second visit and not disappointed.

Fantastic place, excellent food stunning location

Staff of reception desk was very helpful and friendly. Good mattresses. All restaurant food was very low quality and not fresh. Restaurant staff dirty and not happy. Poor breakfast. Impossible to colocate shower head. All surrounding areas of the hotel are not attended well. There is the feeling that the hotel has no owner.

We loved our night here. The food was wonderful and everyone went out of their way to help us. Absolutely amazing place in the world.

Under renovation, the exhibition is limited, but it is free to enter. Apart from a whole section filled with inflated plastic which is unexplained and hazardous to elderly visitors, there are some interesting works and a few masterpieces. A good place to come on a rainy day. Not suitable for children or people who need accessible space. After renovation this will probably change and the experience will be better.

A gem in Bilbao. The Museum of Fine Arts offers a beautifully curated exposition—rich, balanced, and quietly captivating. The galleries flow like chapters in an art book, with works that invite you to pause, breathe, and really look. A refined, elegant space that celebrates art without overwhelming. A wonderful visit. P.s. was inspired to be a bit silly 🤭

In June 2025 the museum was undergoing substantial building work. As a result, only part of the collection was on display. But entry was free, instead of 7 Euros, during the building work. Part of the available display space was taken up with modern art consisting of enormous inflated balloons, each one occupying a whole room. From my point of view this was a waste of the limited available space. However the five rooms devoted to classical paintings, including El Greco and his contemporaries, were very interesting.

The Museum of Fine Arts in Bilbao is a nice, smaller museum. The collection wasn’t too impressive, and one installation spread across many rooms felt confusing. That said, the visit is pleasant and can be done in about an hour. Good option if you’re looking for something quieter than the Guggenheim.

Currently under renovation. There are two temporary exhibitions. It can be a quick visit. I've seen some of its collections when I was visiting other fine art museums in Spain, so I know it has potential.

Its under major renovation but still has a small area open for free, some great works by el greco and goya, also some interesting temporary audio visual exhibition linking flamenco with the geography and psychology of 9 inhabitants as they walk the streets of Sevilla.

Free, but the collection is limited. Still a very nice place to drop by, I liked the 16th century Bilbao, and the exhibition in the 1st floor!

Highlight of our cruise to Spain and Portugal was a visit to the Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao. The structure is iconic in itself, made of titanium sheets laid over a free-form pattern. The inner structure is just as amazing in design. Housed within, are notable creations of contemporary art. The large oil painting in black, with a small corner left natural, the work of Robert Motherwell. The labyrinth of huge steel sheets, coiled, eager to welcome curious visitors. I came away wondering, ‘what is art?’ Be sure to enlarge the paper cut-out collage. There are some worthy quotations to remember. A very reasonable 9 euros entrance fee. Great gift shop for a memento. Wonderful, wonderful, wonderful.

Absolutely loved the Guggenheim Bilbao! The architecture alone is breathtaking — you could spend an hour just walking around the building and taking in the curves, reflections, and the river views. Inside, the exhibitions are beautifully curated, modern, bold, and inspiring. Every room feels like a new experience; the whole visit felt smooth and welcoming. A must-see in Bilbao — worth every minute!

Iconic showcase of art in a spectacular building. For someone who is not a big fan of art museums, I found this place very interesting and amusing. Every single room had a unique feature and I didn’t get bored even after spending 1.5hrs in here. A must-see in Bilbao! You can buy ticket online. I got there with 10 groups waiting in front of me to buy tickets so I just quickly bought it online and skipped the long queue. Only takes 2-3 mins max

We visited Friday, September 5, 2025. The building is beautiful. Unique and bold. Really stands out. We spent about 90 minutes here on a Friday afternoon. Well worth it if you are in the area. I loved the large exhibits.

It’s world-famous for a reason! I am in no way well-versed in art but I really enjoyed all 3 floors of the museum. I appreciated the variety of media, artists, eras, and kind of art featured here. I think what made it more fun was how interactive some of them are, and some exhibitions were also larger than life. It featured both big and rising, international and local names in the industry which was a great way to highlight other people in the industry. I appreciated how organized the museum was as well. There was a Yayoi Kusama exhibition, which would normally take forever to see but they planned it very well. It was a really quick few seconds to see it but this made the line go faster and didn’t hold up anyone who wanted to see it. The featured artist at that time was also very talented and fun to see! Lots of interactive and dynamic art featured that changed the experience for the viewer every room we visited. We also didn’t buy tickets ahead and I really thought we missed our chance, but the museum allotted tickets for walk-in visitors. The line went so fast as well which we appreciated a lot. So it was a very pleasant experience!!

The exterior of the museum is phenomenal, truly worth seeing with your own eyes. However, the exhibitions are a hit or miss. Perhaps I had unreasonably high expectations, which ultimately led to my disappointment. I have visited contemporary art museums with better exhibitions in the past, that's all I'm saying!!! The entrance fee is not expensive in all means. 6 euros with a student ID. I stayed here for a bit more than one hour.

The Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao is an architectural and cultural masterpiece that offers an immersive experience in contemporary art, both for its iconic structure and for the works on display. The Guggenheim in Bilbao, designed by Frank Gehry, is considered one of the most revolutionary architectural works of the 20th century. Its titanium, glass and limestone structure, with curved and fluid shapes, almost looks like an urban sculpture. Visiting the museum is already an artistic experience in itself, even before entering. Inside, the museum houses a vast collection of modern and contemporary art, with works by artists such as Richard Serra, Anselm Kiefer, Cy Twombly, Mark Rothko, Louise Bourgeois and Yves Klein. Among the most famous installations is The Matter of Time by Serra, an immersive path through gigantic steel spirals B. Outside, two works have become symbols of the museum: • Puppy by Jeff Koons: a giant dog covered with fresh flowers. • Maman by Louise Bourgeois: a huge spider-shaped sculpture, powerful and disturbing. The Guggenheim is not just a museum, but a sensory and intellectual experience. It is a place where art dialogues with urban space, and where every corner invites reflection. As a visitor wrote: It's absolutely not true that it's only nice outside. The Guggenheim deserves as much on the outside as on the inside

The museum was world class! We’ve been to winelands around the world and have never seen such an amazing presentation of wine history or collection of wine-related items ie: corkscrews, vessels, etc Book ahead for a tasting / museum package. The views and property are lovely. Tasting was OK experience. Shop had nice options.

Vivanco Museum is without the doubt the best wine museum in the world! Make sure that you reserve at least two-three hours to visit this spectacular place, as the amount of the items and the size of the exhibition are huge. Their wines from the Vivanco collection, including sparkling wines, are incredible!

I have visited it many years ago, it’s an amazing place: aesthetically pleasing, with various artifacts of art regarded to the wine production.

It is quite expensive (18 euros each) and exhibits do not come with English translation (I know I’m in Spain and i wouldn’t expect a local restaurant to have an English menu for instance. But for a museum targeting tourists, I don’t think it’s unreasonable to expect) and the audio guide is really badly made - doesn’t move from one track to the other, so for every track you have to go back to the main menu. You also have to give them a bunch of information just to access the app and audio guide you are unlikely ever to use again. Otherwise a pretty nice museum and some interesting exhibits. The area around the museum is really scenic as well.

Good place to visit. The guided tour is very nice and the guide very knowledgeable. The cellar is worth it and very well designed. The restaurant food is very nice and the service just fantastic. The wines were not so good to me. But highly recommended visit nonetheless.

This museum is just amazing. It is best presentation of the entire process of assessing the land, preparing the soil, how the plants are cultivated and the history of diseases that impacted the European root stock. They over the process of pruning then the harvest and processing of the grapes. The video presentation are superb. The history of the wine presses is very well done.Then they cover all the steps in storing the wine in barrels and the details of barrel construction. Then there is the making of corks, bottling and shipping. They have the most extensive collection of cork screws. Then you are able to tour the active wine vine garden to see all the varietal grapes growing along side a large vineyard field. This place is a must and the learning experience is outstanding!

Visited without booking. Large free car park and extremely helpful staff who talk you through the proposed tour and wine tasting. Museum is 21 years old but is pristine The displays and exhibitions are first class taking 2-3 hours to take in all the information. The wine tasting provided a selection of two from 18 bottles which were different but most enjoyable. Well worth a stop in the heart of the Rijca 'Alto' region.

A lovely view of the river and great access to the ensanche district during the day. The design creates a beautiful curve and frames the city view. Rather beautiful. At night it is dangerous because cycling delivery riders speed across with no lights on and electric bikes make very little sound. 2 elderly people were injured by 2 of the 6 riders when we crossed. The riders did not stop.

Bilbao makes every effort to soften its industrial past with impressive architecture. This bridge serves not only as an eye-catching landmark but also as a symbol of the city’s step into modernity. Unconventional, striking, extravagant.

Visually striking bridge in a very useful location. Beautifully lit up at night

I loved the bridge. It has a beautiful form which give feeling of smoothness movement

We used our barik card to pay for the tram,cost €0.50 each way. What a beautiful view of Bilbao and lovely walks.

Very nice view from the bridge.

This bridge was originally constructed with a glass walkway, but since have covered the central Area with a soft grey material. At night however it is spectacular when it is lit up. Don't forget to indulge in one of the amazing ice cream which is available either side of the bridge. 🍦😋

The house red wine was good and the staff were friendly. However, the food left a lot to be desired. It was so salty and lacked flavour. Can pay by card or cash

Because no table was available I want to try the Pintxos for to-go. Waited to be served for five minutes. Then the waitress sent me to the other side of the counter, where I waited five minutes again. Then I left without any food. They are good at ignoring…

They are not service minded, they just let you wait on the table ignoring you. The waitress was also very rude, so if you want to be treated well please avoid this place.

Sooo many pintxo to choose from -so many vino tinto and not nearly enough time! Owner /bar was so helpful too. Easy to recommend this bar!

Awful attitude of the waiter outside. We had a very hostile welcome and were left to wait for a long time before we were able to get our drinks. Can't comment on the food - we asked if we could order food and the waiter walked away. At which point we decided it was time to leave. Avoid.

Food is genuinely awful. In a city with so much amazing food, do not waste a meal here! Come for a drink in a lovely setting if you must but the food quality is so poor at relatively expensive prices. For example patatas bravas arrives chunky chips and mayo, salted asparagus is cold, watery, mushy white asparagus out of a tin. The pintxos is old, crusty and very basic... They have a nice sounding menu but none of the dishes we wanted (such as velvet crab and grilled squid) were available. Other people around us were also disappointed. Just warning you!

Smaller selection of pintxos than others in the area and honestly what they had was just “OK”. Gave 3 stars instead of 2 due to location and the food wasn’t terrible. If this is the only table available in the plaza and you only want a seat and cold drink, maybe a snack you might be satisfied here. Also, there are many pictures in this review that I assume are from the place next door which I didn’t try but looked better than Urdina.

We visited many bodegas while in the Rioja region, and Bodegas Lecea was the highlight of our trip. We toured the caves with a glass of wine in hand. After visiting the caves we tasted a couple varieties in the tasting room. Then we went to the vineyards to see where the grapes are grown and had a delicious lunch amongst the vines. It was a wonderful experience that we will always remember!

We did an amazing tour of the winery in English. The value for money on the tour is astonishing : for just 25 euros you get to try 3/4 of their wines and a plate with cheese, picos and chorizo. The tour is really interesting and it’s really different from other winery tours in different reactions of Europe. The lady who took us around the winery was super nice and really funny. Would really recommend!

We did a tour and it was amazing from beginning to end! Our guide Carolina was awesome! She was very knowledgeable and funny, the tour never got boring! It was awesome to see the traditional ways of wine making, and walking around in the caves. The value for the price is exceptional! You get to try 3 wines plus some appetizers at the end!

One of the best winery experiences I’ve ever had! I recently completed my WSET Level 3 and wanted to explore Rioja and wow, this was the perfect winery to visit. We went on October 4 during the Fiesta del Pisado, and it was such a cool experience! We toured the cellars, learned how they produce their famous Corazón de Lago Rioja wine, and enjoyed a wonderful tasting. Afterwards, we even got to take part in the grape-treading process...actually stomping the grapes in the “lake” to help make the wine! The hospitality was incredible, and the food was excellent. The granddaughter was so kind and helpful and our tour guide was so knowledgeable. We loved every minute of our visit and, of course, the wine was outstanding. We bought several bottles to take home!!

Lecea winery is not just a winery ! It's a trip back in time, into traditions of wine making and life in the area of Rioja Alta! Lecea family stands proud in the footprints of their grandparents, working hard to maintain the tradition and offer a glimpse of the past to all of us passing their threshold! From the beginning till the end, our experience there was beautiful and warm and friendly! We arrived as tourists interested in the culture and winemaking of the area and we left as friends with a great desire for coming back! Lidia and her family are very warm and welcoming people. We joined a Spanish speaking tour, but Lidia took the time to explain everything in English, too and gave us great insights of the life, the winemaking and the traditions of the area. Thank you for a wonderful experience!

Amazing experience visiting the wine caves and having a picnic lunch in the vineyard. We were warmly welcomed by the Lecea family and had an amazing guide, Christina. Our entire family, including 2 younger daughters, really had a wonderful time. Would recommend the full experience(cave, wine tasting and picnic lunch) to anyone who visits!

I can highly recommend this bodega. We joined an English-speaking tour that lasted about 1.5 hours. What I really liked was that there were two wine tastings during the tour itself, perfectly paired with the explanations about viticulture – not just a quick tasting at the very end like in many other places. What also makes this bodega special is its history: at one point the town had around 300 underground cellars, but today this is the only one that still exists in its original form. Here it’s really all about tradition, history, and craftsmanship – and you can feel the authenticity throughout. Our guide was very friendly as well. Absolutely recommended!

⸻ Expectations were high since my parents visited this place about 15 years ago. Apparently, everything has changed. This was anything but good. We started off in a sauna (the entrance), spending 30 minutes in front of a roll-up banner. The guide knew their stuff, but the heat and the noise from all the other groups in this commercial setting were unbearable. Our group had about 15 people, but others had up to 50. We had booked the premium package, which included a guided tour, wine tasting, and a six-course meal. After about 1 hour and 20 minutes, the tour was over. We were taken to a large, fully packed tiled dining hall with a terrible noise level and crowded with people. Wine was poured without any presentation. Then came the food… This is among the worst meals I’ve ever had. (Some parts were inedible.) Overcooked ravioli with a sweet sauce. Everything leaned towards being sweet—even the seafood salad, which I couldn’t finish. When the tuna arrived, my daughter started crying. It was unbalanced and overcooked. I took one bite and couldn’t eat more. Inedible. The dessert was cold milk with chopped pears poached in wine. I felt almost sick after the meal. This place has become impersonal, commercialized, and extremely overpriced. I cannot recommend it.

Beautiful view of the vineyards. I love the all glass building overlooking the valley. I didn’t do the tour but did some tasting at the bar. Reasonable price for the tasting bar. I tried a glass of Garnacha and bought home a bottle. Friendly staff!

We did the tour of the winery and the lunch tasting menu back in May and I’m still getting goosebumps just thinking about it — everything about this experience was perfect! Our tour guide was friendly and very knowledgeable, the winery is absolutely stunning and the food was awesome! I was very impressed how fast they were able to accommodate us for he tour and highly appreciated everything hey did for us. The vineyard and architecture is nothing short of STUNNING! If your an art and wine lover this is a MUST visit for you! I recommend a food pairing as well to enjoy the wines even more! Incredible! 🙌🏼😍

We enjoyed an amazing time with a small group. The tasting menu was amazing and intimate. Thanks for providing such a great experience.

Amazing, unique, memorable and fabulous. All the wines were amazing!

Amazing. I did the visit of the Bodega (winery) plus the lunch tasting menu. The Bodega itself is worth the visit, completely built/hidden/integrated within a hill. The view of the valley and the vineyards is breathtaking (especially with the fall colours!!). The lunch menu, very good, plenty of dishes (even too much food!) coupled with different wines. A must do.

We chose this visit to see an ultra modern wine production. They assume the fact that they are modern and still manage to make very good wines. The architecture is spectacular. After our visit we enjoyed an gastronomical late lunch enjoyed the view.

Joined tour from get your guide on a sunny day. We arrived there in a small group with tour guide’s driving us. At the beginning the tour guide took us to a public toilet and there will be no toilet afterwards. Wear comfortable shoes, bring a jacket that you can take off while keep walking. Bring water. At the end of the walk, there will be a store selling water and simple food.

Spectacular. We’ve visited in beginning of October and it was still fairly crowded although not too crowded. Perhaps also as it was during the week and around 4PM In the afternoon. The walk from the nearest parking is relatively short. On the way back there’s a little elevation but nothing crazy. A massive restaurant and public restrooms available.

An incredibly suggestive place to visit, even if you are not a Game of Thrones fan. You must be fit though - the return uphill walk is tough. Remember to book a free ticket online well before your visit or you will not be allowed in. Entries are booked well in advance.

Get tickets ahead of time. They dont cost but you will need them to get in. If you find a site that claims to get you in for a few it is a scam. This place is highly worth the visit. The history, the Stations of the Cross walk up the steps, and the scenery is some of the best you'll find in the world. The climb back can be deceivingly difficult so pace yourself.

Sunset was definitely a good idea! Really nice place! But be ready for steep downhill cobblestone road you have to walk down and up!

Buy a ticket for entry in advance or go before they open. We arrived at 7am and parked in the top free lot and walked in. It was an hour there and back of you didn’t stop to take photos. We only ran into 4 people coming down the steps and we were there for sun rise but the clouds didn’t part to give us a show. Rain started as we were making our way to the car. Take a headlamp as it was pitch black when we began not wheelchair accessible. From their website “NOTES Wear comfortable clothing and footwear that are suitable for the path. Please note that the path is very steep. You should make sure you take water with you to cool down. This route is physically very demanding and it is therefore not recommended for people with health problems or who find it hard to walk, or people with children’s pushchairs. Due to the slopes and state of the ground, visiting the San Juan de Gaztelugatxe chapel is not recommended for people with certain types of physical disabilities. If you have one of those disabilities, we suggest you enjoy the view from the viewpoint on the Ermu route. Don’t forget to take sun cream with you in summer and on sunny days. There are no toilet facilities along the route, so it is recommended to use those available at either of the two entry points. Please remember that you are visiting a protected natural area, therefore you should respect the basic rules to preserve and protect its natural values. Camping and climbing are not allowed and you must not light fires, make noise, leave any rubbish, dive, drive vehicles and park except in authorised areas. It is forbidden any activity that may disrupt the quietness of the place or that can damage the flora and the fauna. The reservation allows access to a protected natural area with limited capacity for conservation reasons. It does not guarantee entry to the hermitage, as it is usually closed. It is recommended to use public transportation to reach Gaztelugatxe. This helps avoid traffic congestion and promotes more sustainable and environmentally friendly mobility. Visitors are encouraged to leave their vehicles in Bermeo, Bakio, or Bilbao and reach the area by public transport (Bizkaibus, Gaztelu Begi stop). Pets are allowed on the route as long as they are kept on a leash. This is a protected natural environment, so it is essential to respect the rules of the protected area.”

Went on a tour from Get Your Guide ‘From Bilbao: Gaztelugatxe, Gernika, and Mundaka Guided Tour’ - would really recommend. Walk was tough in hot weather but really enjoyable. Definitely worth it!

The Maison des Juntes de Gernika is a remarkable place where history, culture, and tradition come together. Built in 1826 in an elegant neoclassical style, it has served both as a parliamentary seat and a symbolic heart of Basque identity. Inside, visitors can admire portraits of the Lords of Bizkaia, historic paintings, and an atmosphere that reflects centuries of local governance and pride. One of the highlights is the magnificent stained-glass ceiling, added in 1985, which depicts the Tree of Gernika, regional symbols, and important elements of Basque life. Just outside stands the famous Tree of Gernika itself, under which leaders once gathered to affirm the traditional laws of the land—a powerful reminder of unity and resilience. The building is beautifully maintained, free to visit, and offers a rich, immersive experience that leaves a lasting impression on anyone interested in history, architecture, or the unique spirit of the Basque Country.

This was a very beautiful place, especially the stained glass inside. It was interesting to learn a little about the Basque history as well. You should reserve a free entry online before going. We got lucky and there was space for us shortly after we arrived.

We live near Boise, ID and many people can trace their lineage to the Basque country. So we decided to visit and learn more about our ellow residents. The region spans mostly in Spain and a bit in France by the Pyrenees mountains. We loved visiting the area and especially Guernica where nobles came the be blessed as rulers under the oak tree.

An absolute must visit in Gernika to learn about the Basque history. Set in a beautiful place in the park. A masterpiece of the stained glass. Book online in advance as entry is limited!

For centuries, the municipality of Gernika has been the gathering place of the towns of Bizkaia . In the past, each church used to send its representative there to discuss the common problems of the Lordship of Bizkaia . Since the Middle Ages, these conferences were held next to the Arbola of Gernika and were called the General Assembly of Bizkaia . As time passed, several buildings were built around the Arbola in Gernika, and finally in 1828 the construction of the current Assembly Hall or Juntetxea began. 1876 _ were maintained until the year, in that year the laws that governed the way of life in Bizkaia , that is, the Charters, they were dismantled.

It's a beautiful historical place. The history, the paintings, and the murals are beautiful and fascinating. It's definitely worth a visit if you are in Guernica.

Beautiful and educational. Events/exhibitions are also held here sometimes. Meetings are still held in the meeting room once a month. Don’t forget to take pictures with the new and old tree of Gernika. As for the old tree, it is customary that visitors go around the tree clockwise.

Very busy street. Great choice of Tapas bars. A must see in Logrona

The highlight of my trip. What an experience from a food perspective. I went there 3 consecutive nights for food and atmosphere. Highly recommended

It is still fine the street but has made a huge change after the Pandemic. I went during the week so it was not super busy

Only one word - AMAZING!

The place to find great food offerings and drinks. Recommended.

A wonderful experience, buzzing and so many exciting places to graze.

Amazing street , amazing food !

We have really enjoyed the winery tour at Franco Españolas, it is right there in the city of Logroño so do not miss it. The tour content is way superior than other wineries because they take a meta view of the history of the region. It was the union of Spanish and French producers (hence the name) after the phyllorexa epidemic that spawn the renewal of wine production and it happened right here at this winery. The tour is very complete, from the original vats to the cellar where they store their old vintages (that are on sale), our tour guides was very knowledgeable and enjoyed giving the history and explanations. That was the highlight: the tour guide. It made a big difference. And he answered all questions. A real professional. The tasting at the end is the most underwhelming part of the tour, we almost lowered the rating to 4/5 because of it but the tour guide is so good that the content more than made up for the wine tasting. Highly recommended. P.S.: if this review was useful, please leave a 👍 and we thank you 🙏 in advance

We attended the Spanish language version. Interesting tour from a history point of view. Very knowledgeable guide, lacking in enthusiasm though. The tasting at the end of the tour left us a bit cold. This is where the guide's passion would have helped. Instead, he just disappeared without saying thanks and goodbye to the visitors. Overall, professionally organized, a tourist experience rather than one for wine enthusiasts. And that's fine, just go and attend with the correct expectations.

We only did a wine tasting and not a tour. We had a couple of flights of wine, a cheese board, and ventrescas. Ruben, our server, did a great job of explaining the wines to us in English. Our favorite wine was the Palpita. The atmosphere was pleasant.

We thoroughly enjoyed the tour. Victor, our tour guide, shared the history of the winery and wine making process. Because of the echoing, it was difficult to hear at times. The tasting was just as good as we had hoped.

Booked a wine tour and when I showed up the next day for it, was told along with everyone else that was there for it that they had to cancel. The reason being that someone had paid a lot of money for a private tour that afternoon. They were very apologetic and said they would refund the money- obviously they have to do that. They gave everyone a glass of wine from the bar. Patrons could not rebook because they were not in town when it would be rescheduled. Wine was good, not great. They really should have done more for the inconvenience they caused everyone. Many other places to choose from.

We did a tour with a very good English speaking young lady, Carmen. She was very knowledgable, the Bodegas is amazing and massive. The wines were nice too. Try afterwards!

This is a fun tour and the grounds have been there for such a long time, the historical photos on the tour are really cool. There is a collection of old bottles that would be amazing to get a chance to try. At the end of the tour you get to sample some wine with some snacks to clear the pallet.

Nice cathedral, with a Michelangelo in the back. You have to pay to see a lot of the art lit up, unfortunately, but it's free to get in so not a huge deal.

An impressive cathedral, yet another in Spain, with a reputed Michaelangelo. Fantastic altar pieces, free entry, not always open and for those complaining about having to pay to highlight certain aspects, whilst its a valid complaint it's mere cents. My pet dislike is in so many churches nowadays that the candles are not real so I refuse to pay.

Cathedral certainly nice, but we could not make a tour inside because….5 masses in a row from 9 am till 2 pm

Nice place, looks impressive inside. They have a unconfirmed Michelangelo painting in the back. Also they open a north tower for visitors and a back door with a nice hall some times. But the most impressive -they play a real organ, with live choir - sounds amazing. I heard it couple of times on weekends in the evening, not sure about the other time slots.

I walked the camino de Santiago in September 2025 . | visited the Catheral in Logroño . It was a spectacular building and well worth the visit.

An imposing cathedral with the two twin towers over its beautifully carved Western doors looking down over the Plaza mayor of Logroño. Although not as grandiose as the Cathedrals of Burgos, León, Oviedo or Santiago it is still well worth a visit and has some excellent structures and pieces. Particularly worth viewing are the domes in the Eastern section, Its golden alter piece, elaborate southern entrance, and western Chapels.

A great experience. Lovely and cool as well after heat of Logrono.

Fantastic views and so very close to the town centre. Breathtaking! All for free.

If you happen to be in the area and don’t mind walking uphill (and back down again), it’s worth a visit for the views. Wouldn’t make a special trip to the town for it, but if you’re going to be nearby already, it was nice to see (spent more time walking up/down than actually being there though).

The church itself wasn’t open when we visited the views are amazing! Very windy up there though.

It was impressive, weather was good in morning with low tide. The flysch of Zumaia is a famous geologic formation in the Basque Country, Spain,

A simple little basilica located in a spectacular landscape atop a cliff overlooking the beach and the bay of biscayne.

Really worth to visit. But be careful it is not accessible by the car by any chance. It looks like that it is on the map. But in the real world it’s not.

Located on the Itzurun beach and on a cliff, the small hermitage of San Telmo is dedicated to the patron saint of sailors. Inside, there is a Rococo altar from the 18th century, made of wood without polychrome or gilding. There are images of Santiago and Santa Clara next to it. The first written records of this hermitage date back to 1540. In the 17th century it was the seat of the San Telmo brotherhood

Hugely disappointed Terrible building , rude telephone customer service . Exhibits beautiful but unless you have perfect eyesight very difficult to view clearly , not enough digital interaction to compensate for the low light , the exhibits are all static and much is lost in their extended beauty. Don't make to great an effort to attend , better to catch a Balenciaga exhibit elsewhere . Madrid 2019 had an exhibition that was incredible . If driving go in low season as there little parking , aim for the port.

Enjoyed my hour+ here strolling thru the collections. I was most impressed by the "Balenciaga x Demna" dialogue exhibit -- intriguing to see their work side by side and connect the inspiration Demna took from Balenciaga. Stopping at the museum was a great excuse to also check out the town of Getaria.

The Balenciaga Museum in Getaria is an absolute highlight, especially for admirers of great fashion designers. The concept is perfectly thought out, the exhibits are magnificent, and the overall experience is truly exceptional. Each piece on display reflects craftsmanship, elegance, and timeless design. The museum masterfully combines art, history, and fashion in a way that’s both inspiring and memorable. A wonderful experience and an absolute must-see for anyone who loves fashion.

Spend the day at this museum and around the beautiful port town. Balenciaga was from quite a magical place and the museum is definitely worth the trip. I loved it.

The Museum was Fabulous, This Is Where Creativity was Born in the First Place, Recommend this Museum for Spring 2026 and Definetly Coming back with Someone in love with Fashion Next Year.

Small, but very interesting. Some interactive option. A lot of example.

I have LOVED this museum. It was a Saturday afternoon and was surprisingly not very crowded, which was perfect for a calm and detailed visit. The current exhibit are very interesting. The main one is about Balenciaga’s designs and innovation, the se one one about his relationship with basque sculptor Eduardo Chillida, and the third one about the frangeances. I wish I could have known in advance that the temperature in the rooms with the clothes would be so low, and I would have better prepared myself. It was crazy cold! Also, the final exhibit about perfumes is very interesting to see, but there are only a few fragrances that you can smell. It would have been amazing to have the possibility of smelling way more fragrances. Toilets are located before entering the exhibit, and at the end of the sixth room. Lockers are provided before entering the exhibit. Museum shop is small but nicely merchandised.

A fabulous beach and boardwalk. Great for surfers. Need to be a good swimmer to manage the surf. Lifeguards were on duty the day I was here. Toilets and showers available. Public parking available in town. Prices vary. Cafes, bars and restaurants are spaced out along the front.

What a lovely beach and it's great for surfing and not so good for swimming unless you are a good swimmer. We would go in up to our waist and enjoy the waves, which could be very strong at times. The sand is fine and nice to walk on.

Lovely beach, loads of cafes and surfers, plenty of toilets and facilities to wash the sand off. Unfortunately dogs are not allowed on the beach but they can walk along the promenade with their owners. It's a shame that not even a section of the beach is dog friendly. There also appears to be a nudist section on the far side away from the main town. There is a lot of plastic on the shoreline, it would be good to have some signs up to ask people to pick up 3 pieces of plastic from the beach to encourage people to think about the impact of plastic eye to the sea. Often done in the UK on surfers beaches this has a positive effect and helps clean up the ocean.

Beautiful beach!! No dogs allowed from 6am till 9pm as the sign says. I could not find this info anywhere online so posting it here in case anyone wants to know it as well.

Probably the best beach we've been to in a long time with everything you need from showers to changing rooms and clean toilets with even places to wash the sand off of your feet and keep your dog some water. so clean

Be careful, waves is not the main danger for swimmers, there are strong rip currents taking you out the cost. Swimmer should be aware and escape sideways.😉

Nice promenade in a beautiful bay. Lots of surfers in the water