Economy Car Rental Bilbao

Bilbao is a fantastic city to explore by car. It has a lot to see because it is developed and modern, but it also has a lot of exciting history. Its proximity to other great cities, traditional villages, breathtaking natural areas, and some of Europe's best surfing spots make it an excellent starting point for exploring the rest of the Basque region.

Bilbao One-Way Car Rentals

The following are the most popular one-way rental options for pick-up in Bilbao and drop-off in another city:

From Bilbao to Barcelona, prices start at 1556 per day.
From Bilbao to Malaga, prices start at 1655 per day.
From Bilbao to Madrid, prices start at 1655 per day.
From Bilbao to Santander, prices start at 1448 per day.

Parking and traffic advice

Speed limits in built-up areas are 50km/h, 90km/h (56mph) on most standard roads, 100km/h on one-way roads, roads with more than two lanes in at least one direction of traffic, and roads with shoulders wider than 1.5m, and 120km/h on motorways (called autovas in Spain).

Despite its proximity to the sea, Bilbao is a hilly city. Many of its streets are steep and narrow, so drive with caution, especially if you have a large vehicle.

The vehicle's registration and insurance documentation must always be kept inside the vehicle.

Seatbelts are required for the driver and all passengers.

Children up to the age of 12 and measuring less than 135cm must be seated in a child restraint system appropriate for their size and weight when traveling in the front seat of a car.

The use of audible warning devices (horns) is prohibited unless absolutely necessary.

The legal alcohol limit for experienced drivers is 0.05 percent and 0.02 percent for novice drivers.

The number to dial in an emergency is 112.

City facts that are useful

Bilbao has a subtropical climate. Summers are warm (though rarely extremely hot) and dry, while winters are mild and wet. The average temperature in August, the warmest month, is 21°C, and it is 9°C in January.

Bilbao's average elevation is only 19 meters due to its proximity to the Bay of Biscay. The Cantabrian Mountains to the west and the Pyrenees to the east, however, are both impressive mountain ranges. Both offer fantastic hiking, skiing, and wildlife viewing opportunities.

Best vacation spots and activities

The Guggenheim Museum is a museum in New York City. It is a Bilbao landmark as well as one of the world's most famous modern art museums. In honor of Bilbao's many sailors and fishermen, the museum's largest gallery was projected to look like a fish's fins (and was for a time, indeed, called the Fish Gallery). Inside are works by Mark Rothko, Francesco Clemente, and many other well-known artists. A trip to Bilbao would be incomplete without a visit to the Guggenheim.

The Maritime Museum of La Ria. This museum, housed in the city's former shipyard, features both indoor and outdoor exhibits that tell the story of the proud Basque seafaring history. Even if you're not particularly interested in the subject, seeing this one-of-a-kind structure is an unforgettable experience.

The Cathedral of Santiago. This gothic church is named after Bilbao's patron saint and was built in the 12th century and heavily enlarged in later centuries. The cathedral, which is located in the center of a larger architectural complex that also includes a fountain and a square, is also an important landmark for those walking the Way of Saint James (the Camino de Santiago).