Images of modern architecture in Bilbao

Images of the prettiest streets in Spain

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. ...

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? ...

Flamenco, the music genre that will captivate you when you visit Spain

Flamenco is probably the most well-known music genre in Spain. It is an art with a long history and tradition. It was designated World Intangible Cultural Heritage by UNESCO and, although its specific origin is unknown, it has its roots in Andalusia, where it is performed most often and became particularly popular.

Why Valencia is so much more than a beach destination

When you visit "la terreta" (Valencia's nickname), you will be amazed by what you can do and explore in the capital of the Region of Valencia. In this corner of the Mediterranean, you breathe much more than the sea: design, gastronomy, culture and tradition will be the key elements of an unforgettable trip.

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. ...

B Cool, B Barcelona

Barcelona is cosmopolitan, multicultural, and a city that sets the trends. A destination for enjoying in the street and exploring by bicycle, where you can always find new shops, bars and restaurants which stand out for their care for traditions or their avant-garde innovations.

Flamenco

Flamenco is a form of popular artistic expression representing a long-standing tradition that appears on the UNESCO’s list of Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.

Granada in 7 viewing points and 7 quotes

This line is famous in the city, and almost everybody agrees. We suggest a way to test the theory - looking at the city from its most spectacular viewing points.

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. ...

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. ...

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.

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.

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. ...

Ceuta, the best of four cultures

Known as the “pearl of the Mediterranean”, Ceuta waits on the other side of the Strait of Gibraltar, a destination full of colour. In northern Africa, this Spanish city combines four cultures, with Christian, Muslim, Jewish and Hindu traditions. ...

From Camarón to Rosalía, what do you know about flamenco today in Spain?

One of the best-known art forms in Spain is flamenco. Nobody is quite sure when flamenco was born, but it’s legacy has evolved, and it’s still very much alive thanks to the artists who continue to beat out that rhythm. ...

Five must-sees in the urban side of Galicia

The cities of Galicia have it all: natural and historic monuments, and lots of secrets. We’re going to reveal five unique monuments in Santiago de Compostela, Lugo, Ourense, Vigo, and Pontevedra.

Bilbao: a city filled with art, history and flavour in Northern Spain

When we arrive at the capital of Vizcaya, Puppy is there to give us a warm welcome. This dog made of a mass of colourful flowers welcomes you to the Guggenheim Museum and invites you to discover the history of Bilbao. ...

Two day tour of Cáceres

Cáceres is one of Spain's World Heritage Cities. With the third largest monument ensemble in Europe, this city will transport you back to the Renaissance and especially medieval times thanks to its remarkably well-preserved streets, squares, palaces and walls. ...

Two cultural tours in Alcalá de Henares: the Cervantes Route and the Cisneros Route

Alcalá de Henares is one of the birthplaces of Spanish literature, and its university and historic quarter have been declared a UNESCO World Heritage site. It’s just a few kilometres from Madrid and offers visitors a unique cultural heritage. ...

Segovia, a city with a long history, near Madrid

Segovia sits between the rivers Clamores and Eresma, and is an essential part of any trip to the Castilla y León region. Read on and discover the relics of the past that cannot be missed on your next trip to Spain.

Suggestions for foodies in Seville

Good food is another reason to visit Seville. While places like the cathedral, La Giralda, the Alcázar, Plaza de España, María Luisa park and the Santa Cruz district are fascinating, the culinary charms of the Andalusian capital are just as tempting. ...

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.

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. ...

Things to do in Malaga From urban art to sardine skewers

The capital of the Costa del Sol is famous for its sunny climate and beautiful beaches, but there is much more to it than that. Urban art or ancient buildings? Gourmet cuisine or fried fish? Cultural exploration or relaxation? Whatever you're looking for, don't miss out on these activities:

Do you love flamenco music? The best areas to enjoy it

Originating in the mix of cultures and traditions that is Andalusia, flamenco is one of the most quintessentially Spanish artistic disciplines. Recognised by UNESCO in 2010 as part of the world’s Intangible Cultural Heritage, it is an art form bursting with emotion and passion, expressed in music, song, and dance. ...

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.

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. ...

Road trip through southern Spain

Inland Spain is packed with places just waiting to be discovered. A journey by car in the south of Andalusia can be an unforgettable experience. This urban road trip takes in places that are well worth a stop so that you can get to explore them.