Urban tourism

4 express getaways in cities of inland Spain

Inland Spain offers a large number of perfect, life-filled places for a getaway, boasting an incredible cultural and gastronomic offer and many years of history. Escape to one of these cities and discover everything you can do there. Here are four recommendations to get you inspired.

Coasts and beaches, Nature

10 places to enjoy a relaxing holiday in Spain

If you'd like to avoid enormous cities and instead enjoy some peace and quiet, comfort and beautiful nature, these destinations will help you leave all of your stress and daily routine behind.

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 ...

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. ...

Urban tourism

European city breaks: immerse yourself in the culture of Spain’s cities

The Prado Museum in Madrid, the City of Arts and Sciences in Valencia and the Barcelona Centre of Contemporary Culture (CCCB) are just some of Spain’s cultural highlights. The spaces for art and culture in many cities in Spain make them ideal locations for a European city break. Are you in?

Nature, Routes | Extremadura

Relax and unwind: a tour of the lovely villages of Extremadura

Extremadura has some truly beautiful cities such as Cáceres and Mérida (both of which have been awarded World Heritage status), Trujillo and Plasencia. However, today we’re going to venture into the region’s prettiest and often least known villages, which are perfect for spending a lazy few days.

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.

Nature

Romantic getaways in Spain: not just country guest houses

When you imagine your future romantic getaway, think of peace and quiet, and a place where you can unwind. Spain offers endless natural settings to enjoy as a couple, whether or not you stay at a country guesthouse. Some of these villages could be on your list when you come to make your getaway a reality.

Nature

Get away to Spain with your special someone and disconnect from city life

Constant rushing around, traffic jams, meetings, lack of sleep and then it starts all over again! When city life begins to seem like an obstacle course, it’s probably time for a romantic getaway.

Urban tourism | Madrid

A city break in Madrid: spend a weekend getting to know Spain’s capital

Take a stroll in the Retiro Park, have an aperitif in La Latina district or visit a museum. Even if you only have 48 hours in Madrid, you can see the most important sights and have some incredible experiences. Grab a pen and paper and start to plan your short trip to the Spanish capital.

Nature

An unforgettable weekend: a romantic adventure in inland Spain

You can have an unforgettable holiday with your partner in Spain even if you stay well away from the most famous cities. Some of the best destinations in Spain for couples are inland. Wonderful natural surroundings always make a good setting for romance.

Urban tourism | Gerona

A walk around Girona, the city that conquered Game of Thrones

No dragons, no swords, no queens, no kings. Girona, located in the northeast of Spain, bewitched Game of Thrones, but when you visit it you will find many other fantastic places and extraordinary things to do that you will not be able to forget. Make a note of some of the must-see landmarks of this Catalan city.

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. ...

Routes

Trips and routes for solo travel, the search for new experiences

Solo travel is getting easier and more inviting, with more suitable destinations appearing all the time, and fewer barriers and obstacles. Solo travellers coming to Spain are in search of a unique experience, ready to enjoy all the places they discover and people they meet. ...

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. ...

Urban tourism

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. ...

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. ...

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 | 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. ...

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, Urban tourism

Three cultural city breaks in Spain, other than Madrid or Barcelona

Have you already visited Madrid and Barcelona but are looking for another cultural getaway to a European city? In Spain, you can take a cultural city break by getting a connecting or direct flight to one of the many cities brimming with cultural attractions, theatres, museums, art galleries and libraries. ...

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

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. ...

Practical information

Tips for getting the most out of country house lodges in Spain

Country house lodges are generally old farmhouses, or other rural dwellings that have been adapted to provide guest accommodation. They range from modern houses with huge swimming pools to welcoming cabins with open fires and a barbecue on the terrace. ...

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. ...

Sport and adventure

Switch yourself on: 10 ideas for travelling with friends and getting back to normal

Outdoor activities and friends to enjoy them with. Who doesn't want that? Here are 10 suggestions for having a great time on your next holiday in Spain. Nature, sports, music and routes which are even better experienced as a group. Keep smiling, because the time is nearly here.

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. ...

Culture | Andalusia

What to do in Andalusia abased on the time of year you come

Want to plan a trip to Andalusia but not sure when is the best time to visit? It is very simple, at all times of the year you´ll enjoy sunny days, whether your trips involve visiting towns, cities, beach destinations or nature. ...

Trips for falling in love with Spain

You must have had moments when you just wish you could get away from it all with your significant other. Leaving behind your everyday stresses and obligations, and just ENJOYING LIFE. There’s nothing better than waking up without an alarm clock (and guilt-free), lingering over breakfast and spending a few days exploring together. ...

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. ...

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 | Santiago de Compostela

Santiago de Compostela, destination for a couple’s getaway

Santiago de Compostela, in the region of Galicia (northern Spain) is well-known for the lively atmosphere of its pretty cobbled streets, full of pilgrims and students. It also has picturesque spots, great views and peaceful natural parks. And you’ll always remember your holiday with pleasure. Would you like to see for yourself? ...

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

Enjoy a rural winter holiday in Spain

When winter is just over the horizon, the biggest temptation is to stay home all day in the warmth with a good film for company. But did you know that in Spain you can escape spending all day within those four walls? Take a few days off for a rural getaway. Switch off completely and reconnect with the natural world during this unique time of year.

Culture | Region of Valencia

A journey through the most Valencian traditions

In the heart of the Mediterranean, the east coast of Spain is brimming with festivals and traditions. The exciting experiences of the Valencian region will stay with you long after you return home. Throughout the year, dozens of very different festivities are celebrated with great enthusiasm. These are just a few: