There are cities that, due to their fascinating landscapes, their incredible architecture, the history or culture that surrounds them or their rich gastronomy, become the perfect setting to celebrate one of the most important days of any life: the wedding.
And this is exactly what happens in this northern city, and also with an extra addition: palaces, farmhouses, hotels, entire towns, gardens…that make up the best venues for weddings in Bilbao.
And we have included them all! Therefore you can’t stop reading this post where we show you all of them and, furthermore, in the end, we tell you all the reasons why you should get married in Bilbao to further increase your desire to get married in the area!
Wedding venues in Bilbao that will leave you speechless:
Caserío Olagorta
This old farmhouse is full of history and avant-garde in any of its spaces. A place that offers a magical setting for the celebration of your most important day. The spaces stand out for their lounges, gardens, swimming pool, tents for outdoor celebrations, etc…
Restaurante Aboiz
This restaurant is the result of renovation work of the Arroitabeiti farmhouse, which has the objective of offering a beautiful space in a bucolic landscape. With a base of market products and home cooking, it combines traditional and modern cuisine.
El Peñón de Sopelana
Founded on 18th June 1998, this bar-restaurant is by the sea, so it enjoys magnificent views of the sea. Its privileged location and its wonderful surroundings, together with the sun and the sea breeze on any of its terraces, make it an ideal place for your wedding.
Hotel Carlton
Located in one of the most emblematic buildings of Bilbao, in one of the most important centres of the city, we find the luxurious Hotel Carlton. This is a completely renovated monument that offers luxurious facilities and impeccable service for your dream wedding.
Palacio Lezama Leguizamón
A unique palace thanks to its decoration, its sloped roof of up to seven metres, its spectacular central fireplace and its wooden beams. But the greatest charm of Palacio Lezama Leguizamón resides in its garden, which is the perfect place for a welcome cocktail.
Bodega Berroja
An extraordinary enclave in which to celebrate your big day among nature with incredible views. The winery has several spaces, such as the social room or the winery itself, which offers a beautiful fireplace in its cosy space for the colder months.
Gran Hotel Domine Bilbao
The hotel is located in front of the Bilbao Guggenheim Museum, with a terrace on the roof with spectacular views. It houses a fitness centre, sauna and a Turkish bath. In addition, there are several places to eat, such as the Beltz restaurant, Le Café or the Sixty-One bar.
Restaurante Torre BEC
Located on the seventh floor of the Bilbao Exhibition Centre, in Barakaldo, this venue will surprise your guests, since they will be 52 metres high and between large windows to enjoy the views and its modern decoration.
Finca Ziarsolo
A farm with views of Mount Lekanda and its well-kept gardens, where there is also a three-storey stone farmhouse surrounded by covered porches, great for relaxing in its chill out areas. It also has a large tent to say “I do” in an oak forest.
San Joseren Palace
One of the most beautiful and best-preserved examples of an era of brilliance dating back to the early 20th century is this palace, built in 1916 and surrounded by wonderful gardens. The palace also has ten rooms with different characteristics.
Baserri Maitea
This rustic-style and traditional 17th century farmhouse has beautiful landscaped strips embraced by paths and fascinating decorative elements, which will adorn your wedding and offer a bewitching touch to every corner.
Palacio San Miguel
This private estate located just 15 minutes from Bilbao is a marvellous house surrounded by gardens in a unique enclave. It has a multitude of spaces, both interior and exterior, in which there are different tents for bad weather.
Palacio de Zubieta
Located in Lekeitio, Biscay, next to the Lea River, this palace has extensive gardens where you can celebrate a truly memorable wedding. The Zubieta Palace is the most sensational in the province due to its distinction, grace and great size.
Jardín de Barretaguren
20 km from Bilbao, in the beautiful enclave of Las Encartaciones, you will find this well-kept garden and an Indian villa that host the estate. They are adapted to different needs, since they have two dining rooms and an outdoor tent, with different capacities.
Hotel Palacio Urgoiti
This impressive palace that is surrounded by gardens and that transmits elegance in every corner of its interior, is perfect for the celebration of your civil or religious wedding, since it also has its own chapel. It also has 43 rooms where you can stay.
Arcos de Quejana
This 17th century palace, located in the Ayala Valley, 30 minutes from Bilbao, has a typical Basque architectural tradition. 500 metres from it is the Monumental Complex of Quejana where you can also celebrate your religious wedding.
Hotel Convento San Roque
This hotel is an old convent from the 17th century and today it has been renovated to accommodate its rooms. With mountain views, the hotel has rooms set up in the same place where the nuns’ rooms used to be forty years ago.
Rent a town for your wedding: Las de Villadiego
Yes, now you will have the possibility of renting a town for a weekend for your wedding. In the venue you will also have private gardens, renovated public areas, swimming pools, paddle courts and various games. For a complete weekend country wedding!
And now…
The reasons why you should get married in Bilbao:
Because of the wonderful gastronomy, and as they say, it is one of the best places to eat in Spain.
Their dishes are filled with seafood and fresh vegetables from rural places, to contribute to the local cuisine: pintxos, scorpion fish cake, scrambled egg and mushrooms, Biscayan tripe…
How can the people of Bilbao not be proud?
Because of the pleasant temperature. Being north, it is not very hot. The temperature in Bilbao is mild throughout the year, so you can get married in the city even in the summer, without being hot, because summer temperatures barely reach 30 degrees.
Winter, although cold, is not extreme, so it is also bearable.
Because of its Historic Town Centre, one of the most charming in the country. In recent times it has undergone restorations, but always preserving the charm and original elements of the old buildings.
In it you will find numerous restaurants, tapas bars and shops, as well as a very lively nightlife. For sightseeing during your wedding stay!
Because of the rich cultural life, if you are lovers of culture, you cannot miss all that Bilbao offers.
The recently inaugurated Palacio de Congresos de Euskalduna and the Arriaga Theatre, which are a century old, continue to have extensive cultural offers of theatre, dance and opera. It will be hard for you to opt for just one!
To experience another culture. Yes, although Bilbao is in Spain, the Basque country is a region that has another culture and language.
The Basque language is very old and no one knows what its origin is yet. But don’t worry, because all the signs and directions in Bilbao are in Spanish and Basque.
Because of its great beaches. Bilbao also has numerous blue beaches, many of which visitors are not yet familiar with. But we will tell you that, if you wish, you can also marry among nature, the sea and without a lot of people.
Our favourites are Sopelana and Plentzia, two very beautiful beaches located near Bilbao, ideal for a dreamy photoshoot.
We know that we have just awakened that desire in you to get married in Bilbao! Bilbao is one of the best European cities and you will be able to boast of having got married there.
We are waiting for you at Perfect Venue Manager to head north and get all the details of your big day ready!
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