Miguel de Unamuno Square is right in front of you-just look for the wide, open plaza with stone steps leading down into a lively space, surrounded by colorful historic buildings and a tall obelisk rising up in the center.
Imagine you’re standing at the heart of old Bilbao, where the air buzzes with the sound of footsteps and chatter. This square is named after the famous philosopher and writer, Miguel de Unamuno, who was born just a stone’s throw away-close enough that if he were alive today, he could pop by for a quick coffee (and probably start a debate too). All around you, history peeks from every corner. There’s the Basque Museum right here, filled with stories and secrets of ancient Bilbao, and next to it, the Archaeological Museum-can you feel the mysteries waiting just behind those walls? And if you look to the steps leading up, those are the Calzadas de Mallona, built way back in 1745, connecting the bustling Casco Viejo with the grand Basilica de Begoña. During Semana Santa, the museum here keeps the memory of dramatic processions alive. At the very center of it all is the monument to Unamuno himself, as if he’s keeping one watchful eye on the square while pondering life’s big mysteries. So, take a deep breath and let the energy of centuries-old debates, processions, and everyday moments sweep over you-this is the soul of Bilbao!
