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Guggenheim Bilbao
Although the collection of art in this museum is no better than those in Europe's other
great modern-art museums, the building itself—designed by Frank Gehry and opened in
1997—is reason enough for many travelers to happily splice Bilbao into their itineraries.
Even if you're not turned on by contemporary art, the Guggenheim is a must-see experi-
ence. Its 20 galleries, on three floors, are full of surprises, and it's well worth the entry fee
just to appreciate the museum's structural design, which is a masterpiece in itself.
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Cost and Hours:
€13, includes excellent audioguide; July-Aug daily 10:00-20:00;
Sept-June Tue-Sun 10:00-20:00, closed Mon; same-day re-entry allowed—get wristband
on your way out; café, no photos inside galleries, tram stop: Guggenheim, Metro stop:
Moyúa, Avenida Abandoibarra 2, tel. 944-359-080,
www.guggenheim-bilbao.es
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Tours:
Free, one-hour guided tours in Spanish generally run 2/day, at 12:30 and
17:00. Show up at least 30 minutes early to put your name on the list at the tour desk (to
the left as you enter). Guided tours in English are available only by advance reservation
and with a fee (€95 for up to 20 people).
