Experience in Bilbao, Spain

What is it like to live in Bilbao? Would you recommend it? What is the city like?

It is not a big city, travel on it is very easy by walking or riding a bike. It is a great place to live, it has everything you need fun is included.

What is the student lifestyle like in Bilbao?

A little of study, a lot of party, drinking and football.

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How much does it cost to live in Bilbao?

It is really cheap but a little more expensive compared to the rest of Spain, however is a city full of quality services.

Is it difficult to find accommodation in Bilbao? Is there any advice you can give?

Due that Bilbao is a student city is easy to find accommodation thanks to websites like alkila.net.

What is the food like? What are your favourite dishes?

Pintxos are a basque food and there are a great variety of tapas.

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What places would you recommend visiting in Bilbao?

I recommend to visit the Guggenheim museum, El mirador, the north-east and the centre part of the city, the Ria river and the soccer stadium.

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Is it good to eat out in Bilbao? Can you tell us your favourite spots?

The food is a little expensive, only pintxos where the one's I liked in Somera kalea, Goienkale or also called Somera street.

Is the nightlife good in Bilbao? Where is good to go?

Somera kalea most of all, also the bars and discos near Indautxu.

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What advice would you give future students heading to Bilbao?

Visit the Leioa campus, live next to the river and most important, have a great time!