Walking Tour on the Origins of Football in Bilbao and Biscay
If you are passionate about football, with this tour you can learn first hand all the secrets that hide the sport in Bilbao and its surroundings: the house where 'Pichichi' was born, the first sports newspaper in Spain, the 'alirón', the barge... and much more!
Options
Tour in English
What's included in Walking Tour on the Origins of Football in Bilbao and Biscay
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
We will observe the house where Rafael Moreno 'Pichichi' was born, learn about his career and reflect on his contribution to the professionalism of football in Spain
We will locate the old Café Donostiarra, above which the first Athletic Club headquarters was installed in 1901. In addition, this will allow us to discuss the date of incorporation of the club.
We will know the history and evolution of both the Church and the Bridge of San Anton, which because of their historical importance appear on the shield of the Athletic Club. We will also analyze other elements and symbols that appear on the shields of many other Biscayan teams.
Inclusions
- Bilbao Walking Tour
- Public transportation
- Gift souvenir
- Possibility to customize the tour
- Local expert guide
- Tickets for stadium tours, museums or other points of interest (starting at EUR 15 per adult and EUR 5 per child)
- River cruise on the estuary (starting at EUR 14 per adult and EUR 10 per child)
- Meals
- Gratuities
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- We will meet outside the restaurant Peña Athletic del Casco Viejo. The guide will carry a blue notebook.
End Points
- We will finish the tour next to San Mamés Stadium
