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Bilbao or Mallorca?
Both are culture, food and history destinations in Europe. Bilbao adds architecture and shopping. Mallorca adds beaches, nature and mountains.
| Bilbao | Mallorca | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Spain | Spain |
| Cost of a week | mid-priced | expensive |
| Crowds at peak | medium | medium |
| Best months | May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep | Apr, May, Jun, Sep, Oct |
| Warmest month | August, 26°C | July, 33°C |
| Coolest month | January, 12°C | January, 14°C |
| Known for | Guggenheim Museum, Casco Viejo, Artxanda Funicular, Mercado de la Ribera | La Seu Cathedral, Serra de Tramuntana, Cap de Formentor, Valldemossa |
Month by month, side by side
| Month | Bilbao | Mallorca |
|---|---|---|
| Jan | 12°C | 14°C |
| Feb | 15°C | 16°C |
| Mar | 17°C | 17°C |
| Apr | 17°C | 19°C |
| May | 21°C | 24°C |
| Jun | 24°C | 30°C |
| Jul | 25°C | 33°C |
| Aug | 26°C | 32°C |
| Sep | 26°C | 28°C |
| Oct | 23°C | 24°C |
| Nov | 16°C | 18°C |
| Dec | 15°C | 16°C |
So which one?
Pick Bilbao if…
you want architecture and shopping. It suits solo travellers particularly well. It also works in July, August, when Mallorca is off-season.
Pick Mallorca if…
you want beaches, nature and mountains. It suits families particularly well. It also works in April, October.
Both are at their best in May, June, September.
Book whichever wins
Common questions
Is Bilbao or Mallorca cheaper?
Bilbao is mid-priced for a week, Mallorca is expensive.
Which is warmer, Bilbao or Mallorca?
Bilbao peaks at 26°C in August; Mallorca peaks at 33°C in July.
Can you do both in one trip?
Yes — they are in the same country, so combining them is straightforward.
Temperatures are measured averages (ERA5, Open-Meteo). Hotel links are partner links — your price is unchanged.