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One-day tour of Segovia

Segovia is a World Heritage City, with unique sights that are worth a trip in themselves. However, once in Segovia you will find the city offers much, much more. An old Jewish quarter, grand mansions, outstanding views and a green belt which is ideal for a pleasant stroll in the sunshine. This route covers the best of the city in one day.

Two-day tours of Seville

Seville is world-famous for its Easter ceremonies and the Feria de Abril (April Fair). But any time of year is good for discovering the capital of Andalusia. Historic buildings, lively neighbourhoods and flamenco almost everywhere you look are part of the enticing charm of Seville. ...

Two days in Bilbao

If you fancy a two-day getaway and you want to visit some of the most avant garde cities in Spain, then Bilbao is the place for you. Even if you only have 48 hours, you will have enough time to see the most innovative buildings by different international architects, such as the Guggenheim and even the monuments of the old quarters. ...

Travel to Aranjuez from Madrid

During your stay in Madrid, we suggest an excursion to the town of Aranjuez, to the south of the capital. It’s quite close and easy to get to, and you’ll love exploring the site, a UNESCO World Heritage Cultural Landscape with spectacular gardens and magnificent heritage buildings like the Royal Palace evoking 500 years of history. ...

A trip to San Lorenzo de El Escorial from Madrid

If you're visiting Madrid, you should definitely set aside half a day to discover San Lorenzo de El Escorial. It's an essential visit. The Monastery is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with secrets from the history of Spain hidden inside. Also, the town itself is charming, and surrounded by beautiful scenery.

What to see in the city of Cadiz in one day

It is said that this city in Andalusia is the most ancient in the Western world. In fact it was founded by the Phoenicians in 1100 BC. To really get a feel for Cadiz, you simply have to take a stroll along the seafront promenade, while you admire the spectacular golden dome of the cathedral, explore the narrow streets of the city’s traditional ...

A day in Santa Cruz de Tenerife

Santa Cruz de Tenerife, capital of Tenerife in the Canary Islands, is perfect to enjoy at any time of the year thanks to its pleasant climate. If you have organised a multi-day trip to tour the island, you must stop in this coastal city for at least 24 hours with its gardens, squares and terraces that are perfect for a drink. ...

Barcelona in two days

The wide array of cultural and leisure activities make Barcelona one of the most visited cities in the world. In fact, as a cosmopolitan destination, you can find almost any type of plan in Barcelona. ...

Two days in Madrid

With this two-day itinerary you can discover some of the most interesting places in Madrid and make the most of your time if you are only visiting for a weekend. You'll spend 48 unforgettable hours in one of the liveliest cities in Europe.

Valencia in two days

If you just have two days to visit this city, we recommend a route taking you to some of its most famous sights. Get ready for strolls around the pedestrianised city centre, views of the sea, and the classic paella. You’ll want to enjoy every moment in Valencia.

One day in Salamanca

If you want to get to know one of the most beautiful World Heritage Cities in Spain, why not arrange a day out in Salamanca? You'll love strolling around the cobbled streets of the historic quarter and visiting the university and the city's two cathedrals with their characteristic golden stone. ...

One day in Toledo

One day in Toledo never seems enough. The famous “city of three cultures” is expecting you very close to the country’s capital, scarcely 70 kilometres from Madrid and connected by high-speed train in a journey of around half an hours. ...

One day in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria

If you’re spending a few days on the island of Gran Canaria and you want to see everything it has to offer, it’s a great idea to spend a day exploring its capital: Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. ...

Malaga in two days

Malaga has been experiencing a cultural upheaval in the past few years. The birthplace of Pablo Picasso, it now has some of the last decade’s most interesting new museums, and daring street art has sprung up in neighbourhoods like the Barrio de las Artes. ...

Two days in Santander

Santander is one of the most charming and beautiful cities on Spain’s north coast, and an ideal destination for a short break Santander. Nestled between the sea and the mountains, this city delights visitors with its aristocratic air, its 19th-century buildings, its charming pavement cafés and its spectacular bay, regarded as one of the ...

Granada in two days

Tour Granada in two days and surrender to the charms of this city that captivates all five senses. A fascinating look at the Alhambra, the smell of jasmine in the Albaicín district, the sound of flamenco in Sacromonte and the taste of its gastronomy will be enough to win you over. ...

Zaragoza in two days

Zaragoza is the perfect destination for a city getaway. Here, you will find the best way to discover the city in two days and endless ideas for your next visit. Exploring Zaragoza on foot is easy, since most of its tourist attractions are found in the old town, one of the largest in Spain. ...

Barrio de Las Letras: literature and fine dining in Madrid

If you walk around the central barrio de Las Letras in Madrid, you will probably be fascinated by an inscription on the ground: “¿No es cierto ángel de amor, que en esta apartada orilla más pura la luna brilla y se respira mejor?” (Isn’t it true, angel of love, that on this distant shore the moonlight is purer and the air is clearer? ...

Bilbao art district

The streets of Bilbao are one big exhibition of architecture and contemporary art. Most of it can be found near the estuary, between the Guggenheim Museum, the Albia gardens and the The Euskalduna Conference Centre and Concert Hall. ...

What to do in Tarragona: tips for exploring the capital of the Costa Daurada in Catalonia

Tarragona is famous for its history. The city of Tarraco was established by the Romans over 2000 years ago. In the year 218 BC to be exact. From that moment on, each period of history has left its mark on the city. You can explore many different centuries from history just by crossing from one street to another.

Visit the Barcelona you don’t find in the guidebooks

Maritime enclaves, romantic streets, war bunkers, sweeping views, and even the underground city… Barcelona has delightful surprises, even if you think you know it well.

The Silk Route in Valencia

The silk route reveals the importance of silk and its trade to Valencia. The city has Europe’s largest archives relating to silk, and important collections of 18th century silk textiles and looms. ...

The Malaga of Picasso

Malaga is the city where Pablo Picasso spent his early childhood. The atmosphere and the daily life of those years became the inspiration for some of the recurring themes in his paintings, such as flamenco, doves and bulls. ...

Spaces for alternative culture in Barcelona

Get your hipster gear on because we're going to Barcelona, one of the most avant-garde cities in Spain, where new trends seem to pop up every day. Art is part of life in the streets of Barcelona, full of galleries and neighbourhoods that are constantly being updated, like El Raval. ...

Spaces for alternative culture in Madrid

Contemporary culture, street art, collaborative creativity, spaces for the public to participate in art… These alternative options complement the city's wide range of more traditional cultural activities, and represent some of the most avant-garde and socially oriented facets of Spanish culture.

Unusual places and routes in Salamanca

Street art, legendary places, unknown spaces, spectacular towers… The city of Salamanca has plenty of unusual things to see and do for those who want a different way to explore it.

Explore Melilla on two routes

Multiculturalism and Art Nouveau are two of the attractions of Melilla’s culture that we can enjoy through its buildings. Two tourist routes give us the opportunity to discover them, visiting its Art Nouveau architecture and the city’s most iconic religious buildings.

Mérida - visit the Roman Empire

Window-shopping in boutiques and finding a Roman temple around the corner. Enjoying an open-air theatre performance in a monumental theatre, with a history stretching back over 2000 years. Crossing a Roman bridge and coming face-to-face with an Arab fortress. ...

Art Nouveau in Palma de Mallorca

Great names of Catalan Art Nouveau such as Gaudí and Domènech i Montaner shaped the architecture of Palma de Mallorca with their aesthetic in the early 20th century. This route visits the city’s most representative Art Nouveau buildings, in a style which still has an undeniable impact on the viewer.

Madrid, Barcelona, Bilbao, Malaga, and Seville: city break destinations

Have you been waiting for a break to get away for a few days, with your partner for example? Here are some ideas for big city breaks where you can enjoy culture, big shopping hubs, exquisite restaurants and gourmet food markets as well as idyllic accommodation. The perfect destination for short trips. ...

Interesting and little-known places in Madrid

Beyond the traditional tourist sights of the Royal Palace, the Prado and the Retiro Park, every street, every roof, every historic building in Madrid seems to hide a fascinating story. ...

A day in Madrid in 10 essential visits

First, can Madrid be visited in one day? It’s obvious that the capital has much more to give. But if you only have one day, we’ve come up with a selection of must-sees. Ready for that?

Malaga, cosmopolitan and hip

Several things make Malaga one of the most important Spanish cities for culture. The House-Museum where Picasso was born, the Contemporary Art Centre (CAC), the Russian Museum and the Carmen Thyssen, the first ever branch of the Pompidou Centre… and over 30 more highly recommended exhibition spaces. ...

Bilbao, pincho by pincho

Taste and creativity in equal measure in one, or at most two, bites. That's what a pincho is, one of the highlights of Biscay and therefore Basque Country, gastronomy. The counters in Bilbao bars are attractive showcases that are constantly fresh and updated. ...