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Bilbao ratings & opinions
How our students rated their experience in Bilbao
4.3
Overall attractiveness of Bilbao
22 authentic ratings from students who reserved a course with us in BilbaoNightlife
6.0
Friendliness of locals
6.0
Interesing things to do
6.0
Geographic setting
6.0
Public transport
6.0
Climate
6.0
Cleanliness
6.0
Affordability
6.0
Shopping
6.0
Safety
6.0
Information about Bilbao
Why Bilbao? Bilbao is an undiscovered treasure of the north of Spain. It is a
fascinating city surrounded by stunning mountains and beaches. It attracts
an increasing number of tourists due to its cultural attractions, the
highlight of which is the Guggenheim museum. However, there is much more to
see and do in Bilbao with a selection of museums, sports, shopping and
cultural events.
Key Facts about Bilbao
Population: M
346,000
Time zone: +11h. (GMT +1)
Region: Basque Country, Bizkaia
Currency: EUR (1 EUR = 0.0000 USD)
Visa: Nationals from USA do not require a visa to study short term courses up to 90 days. Check visa requirements for nationals from other countries.
Visa requirements data last updated on 01 Dec. 2022 (Source)
For the most up-to-date visa information please consult with the embassy or consulate of Spain in your country. List of embassies and consulates of Spain on the official website - Ministerio de Asuntos Exteriores, Union Europea y Cooperacion.
High season: August
Low season: May
Average course price per week (High season): 292 €
Average course price per week (Low season): 190 €
Cost of Living:
* 100 = prices in New York
- Price index excluding rent: 74* (26% cheaper than New York)
- Price index including rent: 52* (48% cheaper than New York)
- Price index food only:66* (34% cheaper than New York)
- Big Mac price (Spain average):
0.00 € (7% cheaper than in USA)
Mains electricity:
- Residential voltage: 230 V
- Frequency: 50 Hz
Q&A - Questions and answers about Bilbao
- Do you offer Senior Course in Bilbao?“Unfortunately not. However, I can offer private courses 1 to 1. You can also attend group courses.”Melanie Besnard, LanguageCourse.Net - Jun 20, 2023Didn't find what you are looking for?Interested in a specific type of course? See our reviews of Spanish courses & camps for teenager and children in Bilbao or other 17 different Spanish course types in Bilbao.Interested in language travel to other cities? Have a look at Spanish language schools in other cities in Spain such as Alcala de Henares, Alicante, Almeria, Almuñécar, Barbate (Cadiz) ..., Barcelona, Cadiz, Castelldefels, Conil de la Frontera, Denia, Dosrius (Barcelona), El Médano (Tenerife), El Puerto de Santa María, Elche, Gijón, Girona, Granada, Ibiza, Jaén, Jerez de la Frontera, Lanzarote, Las Palmas, Leon, Logroño, Madrid, Mahón (Menorca), Malaga, Marbella, Murcia, Nerja, Palma de Mallorca, Pamplona, Platja d'Aro (Costa Brava), Prado del Rey, Puzol (Valencia), Salamanca, San Pedro de Alcántara, San Sebastian, Santander, Santiago de Compostela, Sevilla, Soria, Tarragona, Tenerife, Valencia, Vejer de la Frontera, Vigo, Zaragoza or see our list of all schools in Spain. You may also want to consult options outside Spain for learning Spanish.Show more