Culture | Minorca

Discover the Talayots of Minorca

Beyond its lovely coves, Menorca has other treasures for the curious-minded. The talayots, taulas or navetas: unusual megalithic constructions scattered throughout the island. ...

Culture | Castilla y Leon

Discover the history and culture of Castile and León in the heart of Spain

Are you looking to take a cultural trip in Spain? It's full of destinations for enjoying history and culture. But if you and your companions are fascinated by the Roman Empire and the Middle Ages in particular, Castile and León will take your breath away. ...

Routes | Valencia

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. ...

Culture, Urban tourism

Seven charming cafés in Spain with a sense of history

Old cafés have a relaxing atmosphere with a touch of magic. As if they were a refuge, they are places to sit down and have a steaming coffee, chat with a friend, read while waiting for the person you are meeting, look out the window planning everything you've got left to see in the city, immerse yourself in memories, escape the rain ...

Culture | Mérida

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. ...

Nature | Majorca

The secret of the Caves of Drach in Mallorca

Did you know that hidden inside the Caves of Drach there’s a huge lake? It's over 115 metres long, and it's called Lake Martel. Prepare to be amazed! It's no surprise that these waters are considered to be one of the largest subterranean lakes in the world.

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. ...

Urban tourism | Ceuta

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. ...

Nature | Aracena

In Aracena there’s a cave hidden away where you just might bump into Alice

The Gruta de las Maravillas cave is a natural treasure, where you can enter a world of fantasy. The result of millions of years of erosion, this was the first cave in Spain to be opened up to the public and to tourism back in 1914. Come and discover all its surrealism.

Food and oenology | Autonomous Community of Navarre

The wines of Navarra: tour the region’s vineyards and wineries

Wine has been linked to the Navarraregion since Roman times. During the Middle Ages, various religious orders promoted the cultivation of the grape all along the Way of St James. This had an impact on wine production in Navarra, as the Camino Francés, one of the busiest pilgrim routes to Santiago de Compostela, crosses the region. ...

Culture

The Paths of Sefarad

Jews, Muslims and Christians lived together for centuries and, until 1492, in a substantial amount of Spanish towns, giving rise to different traditions and cultural and religious expressions that came into contact with each other.

Culture

10 key moments of the great civilisations and the history of Spain

In Spain, you can get a history lesson while you enjoy your holiday. Let us show you places to visit where you can discover milestones of human development, like the earliest humans, the birth of art, and the power of the great civilisations.

Nature | Zaragoza

Cinco Villas, a shared history

North of the city of Zaragoza, history and nature await you in the centuries-old Cinco Villas. Its spectacular countryside and cobblestoned villages offer you the chance to explore a fascinating region.

Shopping

Haute-couture flamenco fashion and its place of origin

Flamenco is not just music, it is much more. It is an entire culture that surrounds and envelops its main elements such as singing and dancing. Details that include the dresses and clothes worn. ...

Culture

National Heritage and its Royal Sites

The assets transferred by the Spanish Crown are administered and preserved by National Heritage. Thanks to this, it is possible to visit wonderful cultural sites that are among the most important in Europe: buildings and artefacts, forests and historic gardens. ...

Culture | Extremadura

Things you can do in Extremadura to discover its popular culture

There are dates on the calendar that mark the ideal moment to revive the legends that the villages and towns hold in their memories, and that commemorate their history. And to be honest, what better way to discover Extremadura’s folklore than taking part in its traditional popular fiestas. ...

Nature

Some of Spain's most famous caves

Naturally sculpted underground jewels. Bring out the speleologist in you and discover some of the best-known caves in Spain. Our ancestors lived in many of these caves, where they left their mark, and others are simply a place of unique beauty. Stalactites and stalagmites with unique shapes for you to interpret. ...

Culture | Cantabria

Journey to our roots: prehistoric caves open to the public in Cantabria

Learning about man's first artistic expressions is a totally unique experience So if you are one of those inquisitive people who wants to know when and how it all started, keep reading because the prehistoric caves of Cantabria,in Northern Spain, will reveal some of the answers.

Shopping | Barcelona

Browse the antique dealers in Barcelona

Barcelona houses true wonders in the galleries, boulevards and antique shops that you can discover while touring its neighbourhoods. Collectibles, period furniture, old toys, books with a lot of history... Unique items that, over time, have become real treasures. ...

Culture | Palma

Five must-visit museums in Palma de Mallorca

The capital of the Balearic Islands is a fascinating place to enjoy a holiday, not only because it's close to some fabulous beaches and coves lapped by turquoise waters, but also for its diversity, culture and history. ...

Urban tourism | Madrid

Century-old shops and taverns in Madrid

Walking around the city you will surely have seen a metal plaque designed by Mingote with the following phrase: “The Council of Madrid is grateful for your services to the City”. This is their recognition of the establishments that have been providing their services to the city for at least 100 years. ...

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. ...

Urban tourism | Pamplona

A stroll through the heart of Pamplona

Some places ask for a relaxed visit, and the old town of Pamplona is one of them. Explore the streets of this historic neighbourhood and discover the most important monuments of the capital of Navarre. Located in the city centre on a plateau, it is a medieval quarter with charming, narrow streets. ...

Culture

Destinations to relive the Roman Empire in Spain

Discover ancient Hispania in the Roman Empire. Relive the atmosphere in a large Roman theatre, travel its most important walkways or visit an open-pit mine from the Roman era. Below you’ll find the main marks left behind by this great empire in Spain.

Urban tourism

Hotels in Spain with a lot of history

One of the best moments of any trip is taking time to plan the destinations, what to see, and of course, where to sleep. If you are looking for a hotel for your holiday in Spain and are dreaming of staying in a special place, we have a series of historic hotels that will definitely meet your expectations, although the list could be much longer. ...

Routes | Castilla-La Mancha

Seven ideas for exploring some hidden gems in Castilla-La Mancha

Some of the most famous places in this region of inland Spain are the city of Toledo, the Hanging Houses of Cuenca and its two national parks; Cabañeros and Las Tablas de Daimiel. Moreover, Castilla – La Mancha -one of the largest regions in Europe- has other, lesser-known tourist attractions that are sure to surprise you. ...

Culture | Mérida

Discover the Roman ruins of Merida

Merida is a World Heritage City, a city so ancient that it was founded by the Romans in 25 BC under the name of Emerita Augusta. This makes it the perfect place for you to lose yourself among the ancient streets, buildings and landscapes that make up one of the largest archaeological sites in Spain. ...

Culture

Cultural routes in Spain

These tours are the perfect way to visit Spain if you’re interested in its culture and history. They trace long routes through large areas to reveal the legacy of the many civilisations which have made their home here. You can pick and choose from the routes to suit the time you have available and the historic sites you want to see. ...

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. ...

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. ...

Nature | Castilla y Leon

Seven caves to take you to the heart of Castile and Leon

For many, exploring the depths of the earth is thrilling. For others, they are a universe yet to be discovered. The seven caves that we take a look at below, taking you to the heart of Castile and Leon will awaken the adventurous side of all visitors. If you want to know why, then come along! ...

Culture | Castilla-La Mancha

Castilla - La Mancha, get to know this destination of cultural interest in Spain

Less than an hour from Madrid, the autonomous region of Castilla - La Mancha offers great cultural heritage. It will amaze you with its archaeological parks, sites and monuments, which you can see up close. Taking a walk through its museums is like taking a walk through Roman and Mudéjar history and even the Copper Age. ...