Spain for Different Travelers: Where to Go by Interest

Spain is very diverse: on one trip you can meet Gaudí's architecture, Basque cuisine and Mediterranean coves. Here are four options depending on what interests you more.

Love architecture: Barcelona

The city is known for the works of Antoni Gaudí, the most famous of which is the Sagrada Família basilica, still under construction.

• What to see: Sagrada Família, Park Güell, Casa Batlló
• Tip: it is better to book popular places in advance

Love food: San Sebastián

A seaside city in the north of the country, known for Basque cuisine and pintxos bars, with small bites served on skewers or bread.

• What to see: the old town with its pintxos bars and the seafront
• Tip: visit several bars and try a couple of bites in each

Want the sea: Mallorca

An island in the Mediterranean with sandy beaches and rocky coves.

• What to see: coves along the coast and the old town of Palma
• Tip: in high season popular beaches can be crowded, so arrive earlier

Interested in history: Granada

A city at the foot of the Sierra Nevada mountains, home to the Alhambra palace complex from the era of the Moors.

• What to see: the Alhambra palaces and the Albaicín quarter
• Tip: it is better to book Alhambra tickets in advance

Important: schedules, tickets and visiting rules change. Before the trip, check current information on official websites.

How to Build a Route

• Pick one or two interests per trip
• Allow time for the road between cities
• Combine nearby cities so you do not spend days on transfers
• Do not try to cover the whole country at once

Bottom Line

Spain suits a wide variety of trips. Choose what is closer to you and leave time for unhurried walks.