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Bar Marzana

The guide was updated: 2025-12-23

An unpretentious and laid-back riverside bar where locals and tourists gather for tapas, snacks, and a variety of drinks, from beer and wine to Basque cider. The terrace offers a prime view of the Nervión River, making it a perfect spot to unwind as the city lights come on.

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Address: Martzana Kalea 16, Bilbao
Phone: +34 946 75 30 36

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Licenciado Poza

Licenciado Poza

Commonly called 'Pozas' by locals, Licenciado Poza is one of Bilbao’s liveliest streets for an evening out. Located in Indautxu, it’s dotted with bars and restaurants from end to end, making it a hotspot for bar-hopping, especially on Thursdays and weekends. On match days, Athletic Club Bilbao fans in red and white flood the area, filling bars, terraces, and pavements with laughter, chants, and friendly rivalry before heading to the stadium at the end of the street.

Café Iruña

Café Iruña

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Nervión Café Bar

Nervión Café Bar

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Café Bar Bilbao

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Bihotz Café

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Bilborock

Bilborock

Bilborock is a vibrant cultural venue housed in a repurposed 17th-century church. It hosts everything from live music concerts and theatre performances to dance shows, poetry readings, workshops, and film screenings. Check their website for the event calendar to see what’s happening during your visit; there’s always something creative going on.

El Globo

El Globo

El Globo is a cosy, low-lit tapas bar in the heart of Bilbao, just a short walk from the Palacio de la Diputación. Known for a wide variety of pintxos and a carefully curated selection of Spanish wines, it’s a favourite with both locals and visitors. There’s also a dedicated vegetarian section, so everyone can find something to enjoy.

Kafe Antzokia

Kafe Antzokia

Kafe Antzokia is a former theatre converted into a lively multi-purpose venue. By night, it hosts live music from local and international artists, and on weekends, it turns into a bustling nightclub with DJs spinning until late. During the day, you can even have lunch on the stage where the performers play—perfect for anyone who’s ever wanted to feel like a rock star.

Sala Santana 27

Sala Santana 27

Sala Santana 27 is one of Bilbao’s go-to nightclubs for dancing and live music, attracting locals and visitors alike. Known for hosting well-known DJs and live acts, the venue regularly fills up with an energetic crowd ready to dance the night away.

Kubrick Bar Bilbao

Kubrick Bar Bilbao

More than just a quirky bar, Kubrick transforms into a restaurant, cabaret, party space, or live performance venue depending on the day. Named after film director Stanley Kubrick, its décor draws on his cinematic universe, from A Clockwork Orange to The Shining. Step out onto the terrace along the Ría for a drink and enjoy the river views as the city lights come alive.

Bar Marzana

Bar Marzana

An unpretentious and laid-back riverside bar where locals and tourists gather for tapas, snacks, and a variety of drinks, from beer and wine to Basque cider. The terrace offers a prime view of the Nervión River, making it a perfect spot to unwind as the city lights come on.

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