This northern city in Spain’s Basque Country sits in the middle of a beautiful valley with incredible views of the city and its rolling hills. Visit the cities old town, Casco Viejo, for authentic pintxos (small snacks) and to explore Parque Etxebarria where you'll find some of Bilbao's best vistas. Ride the Funicular de Artxanda for even more spectacular panoramas. No visit would be complete without checking out the world-renowned Guggenheim Museum Bilbao pictured above and other local cultural institutions including the Museo de Bellas Artes de Bilbao.