Urban tourism | Barcelona

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.

Culture | Barcelona

Theatre in movement in Barcelona

The curtain rises and we see the interior of a tourist bus, decorated eccentrically with velvet curtains, carpeted floors, red-upholstered seats… We’re on a theatre bus. A fun way to make your first contact with Barcelona and local culture, especially when you don’t have much time. ...

Nature

Agrotourism

A country house is always an ideal place for relaxing and enjoying the natural surroundings. If you come to a country house lodge ("casa rural") in Spain, you'll also be able to enjoy experiences such as drinking cider directly from a barrel, feeding farm animals, picking local produce and cooking it yourself... ...

Urban tourism | Barcelona. Madrid. 

Rediscovering Madrid and Barcelona: themed tours waiting to be discovered

How many versions of Madrid and Barcelona do you know? History, culture, leisure, nature; two of Spain’s most important cities, where you could never be bored. If you look beyond the world-famous sights, you’ll find some wonderful secrets. Take the plunge with these six themed tours of unknown Barcelona and Madrid.

Calendar | Pedraza. Vejer de la Frontera. Brihuega. Segura de la Sierra. 

Nights of candles, flowers and concerts in Spain

Night falls, the street lights go out and thousands of candles begin to light up the streets, balconies and courtyards of a town. In the background, the sound of music. Someone walks along bewitched by the light of the flame that lights up their pupils. The atmosphere created is magical. It's not a mirage. ...

Coasts and beaches | Alicante - Alacant

Yoga on the beach, perfect balance on the Costa Blanca

Doing yoga is good for your health. That’s well accepted. But healthy habits don’t always get the attention they deserve, so the Costa Blanca (Alicante) has taken it further. The idea is to perform your “sun salutes” from dawn to dusk. ...

Urban tourism

Nights filled with light in four Heritage Cities

The World heritage cities of Salamanca, Toledo, Ibiza and Avila celebrate visual arts festivals and light and sound shows in their historic centres. Their key monuments are transformed into screens onto which the light-based creations are projected and people gather in their squares to enjoy evenings filled with light and wonder. ...

Culture, Urban tourism | Barcelona

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. ...

Culture, Urban tourism | Madrid

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.

Urban tourism | Salamanca

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.

Culture

Imagine your fictional Spain

We want fantasy. Have you ever thought, while you were reading, watching a movie or gaming, “where would this place be in real life?” With just a little imagination, it’s easy to find some of those fantasy settings in Spain. ...

Balearic Islands

Travel plans for enjoying the Balearic Islands in winter

A mild climate, plenty of hours of sunshine, nature reserves, coves of crystalline water… the Balearic Islands are a Mediterranean paradise you can enjoy at any time of year. ...

Culture | Murcia. Murcia. Murcia. Murcia. Murcia. 

Unique visits in Murcia

Thanks to its history and the different cultures which have passed through the region over the centuries, Murcia has a diverse heritage. Some of these spaces and places can be enjoyed in unique ways.

Urban tourism | Madrid

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. ...

Culture, Nature | Majorca

Majorca: the pleasure of a concert in a cave

In Mallorca, you can go to a classical music concert on one of the world’s largest underground lakes. The setting: the Drach Caves. A very special place with imposing rock formations created over thousands of years. As well as the Drach caves, there are several more caves you can visit on the island. ...

Coasts and beaches, Routes | Formentera

Something different in Formentera

Formentera is one of the loveliest, most idyllic places in the world. This enchanting Mediterranean island, the smallest inhabited island of the Balearic archipelago which can only be reached by boat, is one of those places travellers wish they could stay in forever. ...

Culture | Galicia

Discovering the unknown heritage of Galicia

Galicia is usually associated with monumental sites like Santiago de Compostela Cathedral or the Tower of Hercules, and beaches like Las Catedrales. But this region of north-west Spain is full of places that are much less known, but with a certain magic that makes them very special. ...

Urban tourism | Valencia

Different ways to explore Valencia

Valencia is a city worth taking time over, exploring every detail and discovering the places you might miss on a first trip. The famous City of Arts and Sciences and the Miguelete tower are always great places to visit. ...

Culture

Industrial tourism, a different way to visit Spain

Industrial tourism offers a different way to approach history and heritage. You can visit former factories, mines, mills, and other facilities left behind by industry and eventually reclaimed as cultural assets and tourist attractions. ...

Routes | Andalusia

The Al-Andalus train, a palace on wheels

We invite you to discover different parts of Andalusia on board this luxury tourist train. Its Belle Époque décor, its comfortable Deluxe Suites and Gran Clase rooms, its spacious 1920s saloon cars, its delicious cuisine… Prepare to experience a journey steeped in enchantment, and enjoy the privilege of travelling in this palace on wheels.

Culture

Dramatised and unusual tours in Spain

Do you like finding out everything about the places you visit? Do you always have a thousand questions when you arrive somewhere new? Do you love imagining historic sites full of the life and atmosphere of their heyday? Then you're going to love these destinations with unusual and dramatised tours.

Sport and adventure

Discover the most popular traditional sports in Spain

Surely you know the most common sports in Spain such as football, basketball, tennis, cycling and golf. However, there are other traditional sports from the Spanish regions that, if you are a curious athlete, you will want to try. ...

Sport and adventure

Spanish cities with famous basketball teams

Spanish basketball is considered one of the best in the world. Proof is that the Spanish National Team in number 1 in Europe and second place in the world ranking. Since its formation in 1935, renowned athletes such as Marc and Pau Gasol, Juan Carlos Navarro, Felipe Reyes and Rudy Fernández have played on this team. ...

Urban tourism | Madrid

Five unusual things you should do in Madrid

Beyond visiting the Retiro Park, the Prado Museum, having a calamari sandwich or having a list of alternative cultural plans, Madrid offers many exclusive options that not many guides tell you about. These ideas will complement your visit to Spain's capital. What are you waiting for? Why not discover them all?

10 adventures for a gap year #VisitSpain

Hiking, sunbathing on the beach, partying, enjoying gastronomy, experiencing culture and tradition... There are many ways to make the most of your time discovering Spain. These are some of the most original proposals to enjoy a sabbatical year in Spain.

Nature | Andalusia

Spend your holidays in one of Andalusia’s cave houses

Can you imagine travelling to Spain and staying in a cave house surrounded by nature? It`s possible in Andalusia thanks to the so-called cave houses. Located mostly in the city of Granada, these homes are built into the slopes of mountains and have the same advantages as a hotel, but they also boast a unique setting. ...

Nature

Relaxing holidays in Spain

The festivals of Spain attract the attention of plenty of travellers looking for big events and unforgettable nights out. But, far away from the buzz and noise of the celebrations, Spain also promises a gentle tranquillity – with experiences that are both relaxing and exciting. Want to discover some of the very best ideas for a relaxing holiday?

Culture | Basque Country

A summer discovering music festivals in the Basque Country

Every year, the Basque Country hosts cultural activities with music, gigs and fun as the protagonists. When summer comes, the calendar is filled with festivals. Musical festivals that are well-known across Spain, and of various styles: classical music, jazz, pop, rock, indie, underground trends… Whatever music you like, there is a festival for you!

Different ideas for a holiday in Spain

Have you been in Spain before and want to come back and discover places off the beaten track? Is it your first time, but you'd like to find a different side of the country? We recommend several ideas for travelling in Spain far from the usual locations. #SpainExperience

Things you can only do in Spain

If you are thinking about planning a trip to Spain, we can give you curious or interesting ideas of things you can only do here. For example, celebrating the unique Sant Jordi festival or seeing truly special animals such as the Iberian lynx. Here is our list of plans. Can you cross any of them off yet?

Urban tourism

Sabinosa, Frías, Redes and more – discover the smallest villages in Spain

Imagine being able to take a peaceful stroll through the streets of a tiny village surrounded by nature, or perhaps wander along medieval walls, where houses sit overlooking a rocky outcrop or on the edge of a cliff. ...

Places in Spain that will appeal to all five senses

Close your eyes and imagine for a moment that you are immersed in a journey, with all five senses heightened. Which place in Spain do you think would appeal to your olfactory senses the most? A field full of flowers, perhaps? Which kind of landscape do you think would appeal to your eyes the most? ...

Urban tourism | Toledo

Unusual places to visit in Toledo

Discover the “City of the Three Cultures” in a different way. Craft products, culture, art, magic, curious quirks, places that are little known...Toledo has so many interesting and unusual things to offer that will allow you to see the city in a completely new light. ...

Sport and adventure

11 adventure experiences on a trip to Spain

Do you want excitement on holiday - or at least, a different travel experience? We’ve got several things to do in Spain which are sure to intrigue you. Suggestions ranging from extreme sports for the rugged outdoor types, to gentler but still unusual ideas, and even activities for the whole family, but with something different and unexpected. ...