Find out which tourism experience suits your personality the best

Play with us! Are you planning to travel to Spain and would like to do something different to bring originality and excitement to your holiday? On www.spain.info you will find thousands of experiences like these. We would like to help you find out what kind of experiences might suit you best. ...

According to your preferences... Which city in Spain should you go to on holiday?

Find out the Spanish city you might like the most with this fun quiz based on your preferences. Will it be the one you’re thinking of?

Spain's Wine Routes

The Wine Routes of the Spanish Association of Wine Towns (Asociación Española de Ciudades del Vino, ACEVIN) offer a way to enjoy the best wines above and beyond what’s in the glass. Travelling these routes, you will discover Spanish wine culture. ...

ECST natural spaces: guaranteeing sustainable tourism

Environmentally-friendly tourism is everyone’s responsibility and is a commitment for more and more destinations in Spain. It is the reason why many of Spain’s natural spaces are accredited by the European Charter for Sustainable Tourism (ECST). ...

Customs. What regulations are there?

Find out what limitations there are for bringing products into Spain, depending on your country of origin, and find out how you can recover the value added tax (VAT) on the purchases you have made during your trip.

Pets. Can you travel with them?

There are three general rules: animals should be accompanied by their owners or representatives, must be duly identified and must have their accompanying animal health certificate, which should include a copy written in Spanish. In most cases, pets must be identified with a legible tattoo or microchip.

Money. How can you pay in Spain?

If you have any queries about making payments in Spain, here we tell you what our official currency is, where you can exchange your money once you are here, and whether it is necessary to give tips in Spain. All very useful information.

Plugs and electricity. What type of plugs can you use in Spain?

Sockets meet European regulations and use the round pin system. However, most hotels have adaptors for different plugs. Electricity supply in Spain is AC 220 volts, 50 Hertz. Always check that the electrical apparatuses that you are going to use work on this voltage.

Timetables and public holidays. What are they?

When do Spanish people usually have lunch and dinner? What time does public transport operate and what are our retail opening hours? When are the public holidays throughout the year? Find answers to all your questions, and enjoy your trip with no upsets with all this information.

Language. How do you say...?

This list of words will help you when travelling to find an address, get to your hotel, go to a restaurant or visit a museum. You can see them translated into English here, but you can look up other languages using the website language selector.

Connections. How to get mobile cover and internet access

Of course you want excellent connections during your trip to Spain and to be able to call home. Here are some quick tips on connecting to the Internet or making phone calls. Plus, the electrical sockets in use in Spain, so you don’t have any problems plugging in.

Boating. What documents are needed?

Are you thinking of enjoying your trip on board your own or a rented boat? In Spain, you can sail on board a catamaran, in a yacht or in a motorboat... Here's some basic advice that will help you know whether you need a sailing license and if there are any other requirements.

Complaint. How do you make a tourist complaint?

During your stay in Spain, you have the right to receive tourist services with the quality and characteristics advertised by the companies that offer them. If this is not the case, you can make a complaint at the establishment itself or the headquarters of the company you are complaining about.

Religion. What religion is followed in Spain?

Religious freedom is guaranteed by the Spanish Constitution. The religion most practised is Catholicism and this is highlighted by important popular festivals, such as during Holy Week. ...

Healthcare. What do you need to know?

If you need to purchase medicines or see a doctor during your trip to Spain, remember that emergency treatment is guaranteed. For other cases, we recommend that you read our advice. We also inform you where smoking is prohibited, where you can find restaurants if you have coeliac disease and what precautions to take if you have food intolerances.

Safety. What information is it handy to know?

Spain is one of the safest countries in the world. Nevertheless, we’ll give you a series of recommendations to follow during your stay and tell you the emergency telephone number and the app that you can use to communicate directly with law enforcement authorities.

Telephone. What are the main options for phoning from Spain?

Driving. How do you drive in Spain?

If you are thinking of driving in Spain, you will surely be interested in finding out beforehand how to rent a car and whether your driving licence is compatible in Spain or not, as well as the requirements to take out a valid international insurance policy. Find out all about it below.

Visa and passport. What should you bear in mind?

Do you want to know if you need a visa to enter Spain, depending on your country of origin and what types of visas there are, according to the duration of your stay, and how to obtain them? Here you will find information on all of this.

Caminito del Rey Trail

This almost 8-kilometre path near Malaga (Andalusia) was once considered one of the most dangerous in the world. Today the entire route has been carefully restored, but although it's now much safer, one thing hasn't changed - the unique experience of strolling along walkways hanging over 100 metres up on a sheer cliff face. ...

Peñalara circular route

This is one of the most famous hiking routes in Madrid. The 14 kilometre route leads you to discover the stunning landscape of lagoons and glacial formations in the Sierra de Guadarrama National Park. It also takes you to a unique viewpoint: the Peñalara Peak, the highest summit in the region. ...

Las Caras Trail

This trail takes you into unusual scenes among the pine woods around Buendía reservoir (Cuenca, Castile-La Mancha) Along the way, you’ll encounter around 20 sculptures and reliefs carved into the stone which will pique your imagination. This trail is short and easy, making it ideal for families with children and dogs.

The Cares Trail

Known as the “Divine Gorge”, this hiking trail between Caín (León, Castilla y León) and Poncebos (Asturias) lets you walk among mountains over 2,000 metres tall, along the imposing ravine carved out by the river Cares. ...

Los Pantaneros de Chulilla Trail

The picturesque village of Chulilla – just 45 minutes from Valencia – with its narrow white streets is the starting point of this route. The 500 or so locals see hikers come here every day to explore its trails. One of the most popular is the Los Pantaneros Route. ...