Guggenheim Museum Bilbao
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Description
The Guggenheim Museum Bilbao was designed by architect Frank Gehry using curved titanium sheets, glass and limestone. It is widely considered one of the masterpieces of contemporary architecture. The museum houses a collection of modern and contemporary art with often-changing temporary exhibitions of famous artists such as Richard Serra as well as Basque artists.
Access & Transport
The building is on the southern bank of the Nervion River, about 2km northwest from the old city centre of Bilbao. Tram #5 stops at the 'Guggenheim' station, just 100m from the museum and the Moyua metro station is 700m to the south. The building does not have a dedicated onsite parking. Accessibility info: https://www.guggenheim-bilbao.eus/en/useful-information/accessibility
Instructions & Recommendations
We suggest combining a visit there with a walk through the Doña Casilda Park and for those who don't mind more art, the Fine Arts Museum of Bilbao is next to the park.
Environmental & Social
The museum has made environmental sustainability a priority and even accounts for indirect carbon emissions. The focus is on improving energy efficiencies and reduction in electricity and gas consumption. Helps spread the arts and participated to the rejuvenation of the city.
Conclusion
If you are in the Bilbao area, then the building is definitely worth a detour. However, the main attraction are the exterior and the internal spaces rather than the artwork inside. If you are not into contemporary art, don't feel compelled to purchase tickets but make sure you stroll by.
Key positive
Striking building architecture
Some famous contemporary artists exhibited there
Key negative
The artwork won't interest everybody
Suitability
Best for adults and children aged 15 and above. Accessible for visitors with reduced mobility
About this Rating
TYPE
Onsite
RESEARCHED IN
August 2024
PROVIDER
Koreval
av. transport time:0h 20m
est. visit time:2h
Start of Season 1:Jun, 17
MONDAY10:00 - 20:00
TUESDAY10:00 - 20:00
WEDNESDAY10:00 - 20:00
THURSDAY10:00 - 20:00
FRIDAY10:00 - 20:00
SATURDAY10:00 - 20:00
SUNDAY10:00 - 20:00
Start of Season 2:Sep, 23
MONDAY -
TUESDAY10:00 - 19:00
WEDNESDAY10:00 - 19:00
THURSDAY10:00 - 19:00
FRIDAY10:00 - 19:00
SATURDAY10:00 - 19:00
SUNDAY10:00 - 19:00