If you’re planning a romantic getaway with your partner for Valentine’s Day, or just as a treat, then why not try somewhere a little off the beaten path?
When you think of romance, places like Paris or Venice might spring to mind – but Spain has one of the most gorgeous cities to explore that’s peaceful and perfect for lovers.
The walkable city of Bilbao is one of Spain’s most beautiful regions, and significantly quieter than Barcelona, making it ideal for a serene weekend away.
Bilbao is famous for its industrial heritage and iconic cultural centres like the Guggenheim Museum but is also the perfect place to explore the beautiful beaches of the Basque Country.
One of the most beautiful beaches is Azkorri.
This wild beach is gorgeous, located below the Uribe Kosta cliffs.
It’s very easy to reach by car and has showers, toilets and picnic areas perfect for relaxing after a swim in its crystal clear waters. You can access this beach by driving along the BI-634 road or via metro line 1 to Larrabasterra.
If you’d rather not drive, then you’re in luck. In 2024, Bilbao was named one of Europe’s most walkable cities in the 2024 World’s Best Cities report by Resonance Consultancy – tied with Valencia.
Bilbao also has no shortage of delicious food with all kinds of local delicacies to sample. You could try txuletas (special sirloin steak) and kokotxas (a delicious fish stew) as part of a mouthwatering menu.
There’s never been a better time to explore this paradise as Vueling recently announced a new direct route to Bilbao from Heathrow.
The new route from London Heathrow are in addition to Vueling’s existing 21 weekly flights to Bilbao. Tickets are already available for purchase, with flights running from 30 March 2025.
