Timeline
16:46
Walk up to the Mirador de Artxanda viewpoint. The 51-minute walk from the airport area is steep but worth it for the clear sky.
17:01
Stop at Bertiz bakery. It is open from 07:30 to 21:00, so you will have plenty of time to grab a warm pastry or bread before the sun goes down.
17:46
Return to the viewing platform. The sun sets toward the WSW. Find a spot facing west to watch the light fade over the city.
18:31
Head down to Campo Volantín for a drink. It stays open until 22:30 on weekdays, giving you time to unwind after the view.
Local tip
The walk from the airport area to the viewpoint takes about 51 minutes. Wear comfortable shoes.
Check before you go
- Bertiz is open Mo-Su 07:30-21:00.
- Campo Volantín is open Mo-Fr 07:30-22:30.
Worth knowing
- Campo Volantín is open at 18:31 only on Mo, Tu, We, Th, Fr
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Bilbao (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).