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Basilica of Begoña Opening Hours

Plan your journey to Bilbao's iconic late Gothic sanctuary.

Set in a commanding position above Bilbao, the Basilica of Begoña stands as a major sanctuary dedicated to the patron saint of Bizkaia. To fully appreciate its late Gothic architecture and historic devotional art, planning around the sanctuary's schedule is essential. Because times may adjust for religious services and holidays, we highly recommend verifying the latest official opening hours before your visit.

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Basilica of Begoña opening hours today and weekly schedule

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Check museum opening hours for Basilica of Begoña, including today opening status, regular weekly opening times, and special date overrides such as holiday closures. Use this section to plan visit timing, avoid closed periods, and confirm the next available opening window before arrival.

Open now

09:30–14:00 · 17:00–20:00

Open right now, closes at 20:00.

Today

Next opening: Mon, Sep 14 at 08:30

Timezone: Europe/Madrid

Regular weekly opening hours

Monday08:30–13:30 · 17:00–20:00

Tuesday08:30–13:30 · 17:00–20:00

Wednesday08:30–13:30 · 17:00–20:00

Thursday08:30–13:30 · 17:00–20:00

Friday08:30–13:30 · 17:00–20:00

Saturday08:30–13:30 · 17:00–20:00

Sunday09:30–14:00 · 17:00–20:00

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Museum opening hours FAQ: today schedule, weekly timetable, and holiday closure guidance

Essential answers about opening times, last entry, and temporary closure updates

Read key museum opening-hours FAQ answers, including today opening times, weekly schedules, public-holiday changes, and temporary closures. Use this section to confirm visit timing and avoid arriving outside open hours.

What are the opening hours of Basilica of Begoña on weekdays?

The Basilica of Begoña is open Monday to Friday from 08:30 to 13:30, and again from 17:00 to 20:00.

What are the weekend opening hours for Basilica of Begoña?

The Basilica of Begoña is open on Saturdays from 08:30 to 13:30 and 17:00 to 20:00, and on Sundays from 09:30 to 14:00 and 17:00 to 20:00.

What time does Basilica of Begoña close on Sundays?

On Sundays, the Basilica of Begoña closes at 14:00 in the afternoon and at 20:00 in the evening.

Are there any special opening hours or holiday closures at Basilica of Begoña?

There are currently no listed special opening hours, holiday exceptions, or scheduled closures for the Basilica of Begoña.

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What time does Basilica of Begoña close on Sundays?

Are there any special opening hours or holiday closures at Basilica of Begoña?

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