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In Bilbao we recommend the following car hire offers
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Good offers for a small budget
Economy
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4 Days from 02.12 - 06.12.2024
from 3 £ per day
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4 Days from 02.12 - 06.12.2024
from 8 £ per day
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Car Hire Bilbao: Discover the Basque Country by Car Hire
Bilbao, thecapital of the Spanish province Biscay, is the perfect destination for Spain vacationers. The metropolis is the largest city in the autonomous region of Basque Country. Just over a million people live here. In addition, every year once again so many vacationers and day tourists are added, of which many explore city and surroundings also by hired car. Because in order to discover the large metropolis and the surrounding countryside, it is worthwhile to hire a car at a reasonable price. Many interesting destinations are best reached by hired car. Cheap offers for rental cars are available throughout the year.
Spend spring or fall in Bilbao
What the most beautiful stop on a trip through Bilbao is, is a little dispute between residents and visitors, as it is of course a matter of taste. Many are of the opinion that it is the Básilica de Begona. Among the sights of the city, it occupies one of the first places. Built on a hill in 1588, the church, like all churches in Spain, is magnificently decorated. It is lit only with candles. Therefore, it is worthwhile to stop by there in the evening. Unfortunately, you can’t reach the Básilica de Begona directly by hired car. On foot it goes over a steep staircase. If that is too strenuous for you, you can take the elevator. The effort is rewarded with an overwhelmingly beautiful view over Bilbao, especially from early spring, until late autumn.
Basilica de Begona
Church of San Anton
After visiting the Básilica de Begona, you should still make a small diversion to the market hall within walking distance. Therefore, it is said to leave the hired car there and walk in the direction of the river. Here the visitor finds a construction called San Anton, one of the oldest bridges in the city. The church in the immediate vicinity bears the same name. The bridge was built in the 16th century. The construction of the sacral building began earlier, in the 15th century. It took until the 18th century to finish the church. Only then was the construction of the tower completed.
Car hire Bilbao: airport pick-up
The discovery tour by hired car starts at Bilbao Airport (BIO). The international commercial airport is served by almost all known airlines in the world. Offers for cheap flights can be booked practically all year round. Also for car hire, the big names of car hire companies are ready at Bilbao Airport. Vacationers can hire their hired car cheaply even before they start their trip.. This is more relaxed and you will find the cheapest deals in advance when planning your trip. If you have found your hired car bargain via the price comparison, you can also pick up your hired car directly at Bilbao Airport upon arrival. Car hire on the spot is also possible via the online price comparison spontaneously and possibly not less expensive. In the high season, however, it is recommended in any case to check the car hire offers up to two weeks before departure and select the best offer from the comfort of your home.
Booking the perfect hired car
When booking online, you can easily compare different cars with our help and pick the cheapest one. Simply enter the desired travel dates in the search mask, with the one-way rental you have the possibility to choose two different places as pickup and return station, so for example a road trip will be much more pleasant for you. Next, specify for how many people the hired car is needed, so you have the perfect vehicle size. You can then choose between different vehicle categories, features, insurance and included services as indicated below. To make your choice easier we also offer three different benefit packages so you don't have to filter everything individually. Finally, choose the offer that is the best value for you. We always strive to present all offers as price transparent as possible - so they book not only with TÜV certified safety guarantee, but also informed and without nasty surprises.
Take a hired car to the sights in Bilbao
The indoor market in Bilbao
Travelers exploring Bilbao by hired car should definitely not miss the Market Hall during a side trip to the old town. This station of the trip is easily found with the hired car by going to the southeastern section of the old town. Rough point of orientation is the river, because the market hall, Mercado de la Ribera, lies directly on the bank of the Nervion. The building's stained-glass windows are its exterior distinguishing feature. The food offerings inside include everything that makes cuisine in Spain so special. These include the fresh delicacies of the sea, vegetables and fruits, pastries and meats. The vendors in the hall are constantly changing. The best way to find the best deals on various foods is to check them out from the gallery. There you can also enjoy inexpensive small delicacies.
The Catedral de Santiago
The largest church in the city is the Cathedral de Santiago. It is built in Gothic style and dates back to the 14th century. It is mainly the side altars that impress with their splendor. The organ is also a sound experience. It was already installed in the 17th century. If you want to enjoy its sounds, it is best to stay for the service. Visiting the church costs no money. An exception is the visit to the sacristy. Here the visitor pays one euro. He is compensated by the splendor of the church building.
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Estacion de Santander
Plaza Moyua
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With the hired car to the surroundings of Bilbao
The area around the city of Bilbao is also absolutely worth seeing and charming. If you want to hire a convertible and explore the region, you will find the most wonderful opportunities here. The area around Bilbao has a landscape diversity that is exceptional. Beaches and coves invite you to rest or have a leisurely picnic. It is best to take your bathing suits directly with you! An absolute nature experience offer the cliffs on the Atlantic Ocean. For the journey into this area, it is favorable to hire a SUV as a hired car. With this, the Atlantic coast can be explored without any problems in any case. An SUV is also the right vehicle for a side trip to the mountains around Bilbao. Nature lovers will find here really everything the heart desires. At the mouth of the Ria, an industrial monument awaits its admirers. The bridge Puente Colgante, also known as Vizcaya Bridge, is made of steel. It was built by Alberto de Palacio, a student of the famous G. Eiffel. As the oldest transporter bridge in the world, it connects the towns of Portugalete and Las Arenas. The construction has a height of 50 meters. The special experience is the gondola at the bridge. It takes cars and pedestrians across the river. At the bridge itself, visitors come up with an elevator. The view of Bilbao and the surrounding area is stunning.
Temperatures in Bilbao
Bilbao's weather, with its Mediterranean temperatures and many hours of sunshine, makes especially the months of May to October the best time for a holiday with a hired car:
Month
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Max. Temp (in °C)
12,9
14
15,3
16,4
19,6
22,4
25
25,1
24,4
21
16,1
13,4
Min. Temp (in °C)
4,8
5,3
5,5
7,1
9,6
12,3
14,4
14,6
13,2
11
7,5
5,7
Sunshine hours (per day)
5
6
7
8
9
10
10
9
8
8
5
5
Rainy days
19
16
18
17
19
17
15
14
13
12
17
16
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Frequently asked questions about car hire booking Bilbao
What class of vehicle is suitable for Bilbao?
Car classes in Bilbao
Book a family car in Bilbao
A family car is available from 49 £ per week . Drive to the most beautiful sights of Bilbao independent of public transport.
Book a small car in Biblao
You can book a small car in Bilbao from21 £ per week . With a small car you will quickly find parking spaces in the city.
What should be considered when returning the hired car in Bilbao?
Our tips for the return in Bilbao
How to make the return of your vehicle uncomplicated and fast:
Allow enough time between your departure and the return of your car
Fill up the tank of the hired car before you return it, depending on the refuelling regulations
Have the hired car checked and document it in the protocol
The return of the hired car can also be done easily outside the opening hours. Leave the vehicle keys in the safe provided for this purpose.
How much does a hired car cost in Bilbao?
Book a hired car for a week
A hired car is available in Bilbao from as little as 21 £ per week. It is suitable to hire from your first day of travel to be flexible on the spot immediately.
Reserve a hired car for a day
For a day trip to the neighboring cities of Bilbao, you can also book a hired car for a day. This is available from 3 £ per day.
From what age can I book a hired car in Bilbao?
Book a hired car easily as a teenager
You can book your own hired car already at the age of 18. To do this, enter the age in the search mask and select the appropriate hired car for your intention in Bilbao.
The young driver fee
For drivers under the age of 25, there is usually a so-called "young driver fee", which is usually already included in the displayed rental price.
What insurance should I choose for the hired car?
Book a hired car without deductible
We recommend you to book a hired car without excess for your holiday. In the event of damage, no additional costs will be incurred and you can enjoy your holiday in Bilbao stress-free.
Simply check the box "Without excess" in the search mask.
