Northern Spain is often overlooked for the sun-drenched beaches of the south, but it’s one of the most unique regions in the country, offering lush landscapes, rugged coastlines, and a cooler, rainier ...

Frank Gehry's much-heralded Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao, Spain, which opened five years ago, has inspired plans in other cities for equally adventurous designs.Gehry, right, designed the Corcoran ...

Bilbao is easy to cover on foot, but its metro and tram system is efficient. Fares start from €1.60 (£1.40) and €1.50 (£1.30) respectively. The airport is easily reached by public transport.