Bilbao is the capital of Vizcaya province in the Basque Country in northern Spain. The city is set on the Nervión river and benefits from a milder climate than in most other regions of Spain. Temperatures rarely fall below freezing in wintertime or rise over 34ºC in summertime. TABLE OF CONTENTS: Bilbao, San Sebastián & Basque Country - Overview - Culture - Location & Orientation - Climate & When To Visit - Sightseeing Highlights - Bilbao - San Sebastian - Guernica - The Urkiola Natural Park - San Juan de Gaztelugatxe - Butrón Castle - Monte Igueldo - Karpin Adventure Park - Guggenheim Museum Bilbao - Aquarium Donostia, San Sebastian - The Whisky Museum - Urdaibai - María Inmaculada Cathedral - Recommendations for the Budget Traveller - Places To Stay - Pensión Balerdi - Ganbara Hostal - Hotel Dato - Hostal Ariz - Hotel Konbenio - Places To Eat - Baibatzokia Zarautz - Sarkue - Restaurante Basajaun - Batzoki de Portugalete - Melody’s Diner - Places To Shop - MaxCenter - Old Market - La Ribera Market - Collector’s Market - Chocolates de Mendaro
