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Emilio Parra Doiztua for Lonely Planet.

Sep 19, 202616 min read

Spain's Classic One Dish Wonders

A gorgeous hilltop village bathed in sunshine with the sparkling blue of the ocean in the distance.

Aug 19, 202612 min read

12 Best Towns and Villages to Visit in Spain

Northern Spain with LP Journeys, March 2026
Day 7: Navarra
An evening buggy tour through Bardenas Reales Nature Reserve.

Aug 11, 202610 min read

Seeing the Eclipse in Northern Spain? Follow This 11-Day Itinerary

People on a beach after sunset; lights from the buildings on the street above the beach reflect in the water.

Aug 5, 20267 min read

The Total Solar Eclipse Hits Spain Next Week — Here’s How to Watch It

Historical Xativa Castle at Sunset, Valencia Region of Spain

Jul 10, 202611 min read

The Top 20 Things to Do in Spain

A beach in Menorca, Spain with people sitting on blankets and swimming in the water.

Jun 30, 20269 min read

12 Best Beaches in Spain

06/11/2024 Llanes, SPAIN: Scenery in the bus from Llanes to Ribadesella.
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Jun 16, 20268 min read

How to Travel in Spain by Bus

06/12/2024 Llanes, SPAIN: Cabin car on the Costa Verde Express.
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Jun 15, 20266 min read

How to Get Around in Spain by Train, Plane, Bus or Boat

the coastline along northern Spain

Jun 10, 202612 min read

The 7 Best Road Trips in Spain

Two hilly islands connected by a path over a narrow isthmus.

Jun 10, 20267 min read

A Guide to Spain’s Illas Cíes

Children at sunset chase the soap bubbles of a street artist in a park in Madrid

May 14, 20266 min read

The Best Things to Do in Spain with Kids

A group of hikers pause on the trail to listen to a guide tell a story about their route.

Apr 20, 20266 min read

The People Who Made My Trip to Northern Spain Unforgettable

Hikers admire a view of the Sierra Nevada mountains in Andalucía, Spain

Mar 28, 202613 min read

8 Great Walks to Explore More of Andalucía

The Murcia region offers everything you'd want from a Spain trip without the crowds. Antonio Lopez Velasco/Getty Images

Mar 23, 20268 min read

A Guide to Spain's Murcia Region

Museum visitors looking at a large Picasso painting of four people

Mar 13, 202610 min read

A Guide to Málaga, Spain

The Basílica de Santa María la Real de Covadonga is just one highlight of the Monasteries route.

Mar 5, 20264 min read

What to Pack for Your Trip to Spain

Inside the Atocha station in Madrid. Yulia Grigoryeva/Shutterstock

Feb 20, 202615 min read

What to Know About Train Travel in Spain

When visiting Spain, be a thoughtful tourist with these dos and don'ts. Blake Horn for Lonely Planet

Feb 11, 20267 min read

24 Essential Travel Rules for Spain

View over Salamanca. Matt Munro/Lonely Planet

Feb 5, 202613 min read

The 14 Best Places to Visit in Spain

The Basílica de Santa María la Real de Covadonga is just one highlight of the Monasteries route.

Jan 28, 20265 min read

When Is the Best Time to Go to Spain?

View of the picturesque artists' village of Deià on the island of Mallorca in Spain.

Jan 13, 20268 min read

The Best Places to Visit in Spain in Spring

Zahara de la Sierra. Pawel Kazmierczak/Shutterstock

Oct 22, 20256 min read

Best of the White Towns in Spain's Cádiz Province

Here's what you need to know to get ready for a trip to places like Madrid in Spain. Songquan Deng/Shutterstock

Oct 5, 20257 min read

16 Things to Know Before Traveling to Spain

A hiker with a yellow backpack and a staff with a scallop shell looking at Santiago de Compostela in Spain.

Sep 12, 202514 min read

Plan Your Camino de Santiago with This Guide

Autumn in the Rioja region of Spain. Jesus Ignacio Bravo Soler/Shutterstock

Sep 2, 20255 min read

The 6 Best Places to Visit in Spain in Autumn

Cáceres in Extremadura. joserpizarro/Shutterstock

Jul 30, 20256 min read

The Top Tips for Seeing Spain on a Budget

The 241 steps up San Juan Gaztelugatxe lead to jaw-dropping views from a clifftop hermitage. Green Spain has something for every kind of traveler. Blake Horn for Lonely Planet

Jul 30, 20259 min read

A Guide to Green Spain: The Best of the Northern Region

Go on the tapas trail in Spain and find high-quality dishes at places like Quimet & Quimet in Barcelona. Michael Heffernan for Lonely Planet

Jul 16, 202511 min read

What to Eat and Drink in Spain

Las Teresas tapas bar

Jun 28, 202512 min read

19 of Spain's Most Authentic and Delicious Tapas Bars

Stay connected when on vacation in Spain with this guide to cell service, roaming charges and data. Iuliia Khabibullina/Shutterstock

Jun 24, 20255 min read

How to Get Your Cell Phone Connected in Spain: eSIMs, Wi-Fi and Mobile Networks

Cadaqués is a popular coastal resort with Spanish holidaymakers. Pawel Kazmierczak/Shutterstock

Jun 12, 20257 min read

Where Locals Go: Unexpected Vacation Spots in Spain

Autumn in the Rioja region of Spain. Jesus Ignacio Bravo Soler/Shutterstock

May 8, 20256 min read

A Definitive Guide to Spain's Wine Regions

Bilbao. Blake Horn for Lonely Planet

Mar 5, 202513 min read

Extend Your Trip to Spain with These 5 Weekend Breaks

Madrid at night; the city offers something for everyone. Sven Hansche/Shutterstock

Nov 19, 20245 min read

Copy My Trip: An Unforgettable Family Trip to Spain with Elsewhere by Lonely Planet

Fisterra may be the end of the road for pilgrims but your travels are only beginning in Northwest Spain. Jack Pearce for Lonely Planet

Nov 6, 202410 min read

8 Things to Do in Northwest Spain - Beyond Hiking the Camino de Santiago

Vías Verdes are the quiet hero of Spain's countryside, and there's a far-reaching community of cyclists, walkers and runners who adore them. Blake Horn for Lonely Planet

Jul 19, 20246 min read

Spain’s Vías Verdes Exemplify Its Cycling Culture

The Costa Verde Express winds its way through northern Spain between Ferrol and Viveiro. From low-cost commuters to luxury trips of a lifetime, Spain is a joy to traverse by train. James Jackman for Lonely Planet

Jul 17, 20247 min read

Spain by Train: Sustainable Connections Are a Treat

Spain is a global leader in cultural preservation. Experience some of the most rewarding fruits of that labor in Madrid and Barcelona. Blake Horn for Lonely Planet

Jul 16, 20246 min read

Protecting Spain’s Heritage: Barcelona, Madrid and Beyond

Spain's diverse landscapes have endless possibilities for adventure – as surf instructor Indar Unanue can attest.

Jul 15, 20248 min read

Epic Adventures in Spain’s Outdoor Playground

Sustainable agritourism activities – like you can find at Quesos Artisanos Villarejo – are revered cultural experiences in Spain. Blake Horn for Lonely Planet

Jul 12, 202410 min read

Spanish Agritourism: Rural Experiences in La Rioja and Beyond

A green field surrounded by trees with rocky peaks in the background under cloudy skies.

Jul 10, 20247 min read

Untamed Spain: A Guide to Its Parks and Wildlife

Spain has been taking strides to put sustainability at the forefront of its long-established tourism industry. Here, Miguel Angel and his brother Jesus ride their horses near the famed windmills of Castilla-La Mancha. Blake Horn for Lonely Planet

Jul 8, 202410 min read

Celebrating Sustainable Spain

Explore the Old Town or head further afield on a former train line with these top rides around Valencia © martin-dm / Getty Images

Apr 16, 20248 min read

The 5 Best Places to Explore by Bicycle in Valencia

The timing of dinner in Spain has recently been criticized by a government minister © Kevin Hellon / Shutterstock

Mar 22, 20245 min read

Is Spain's Late-Night Dining Culture About to Change?

Spanish authorities are cracking down on party tourism with new regulations © Jose Jordan / AFP via Getty Images

Oct 20, 20236 min read

Spanish Cities Implement New Rules to Curb Party Tourism - Here's What You Need to Know

Spain's food festivals are a feast for the senses © Enrique Díaz / 7cero / Getty Images

Sep 25, 20239 min read

The 9 Best Food Festivals in Spain Put Travel on the Menu

A hiking trail through the mountains of Northern Spain

Sep 5, 202311 min read

8 Great Walks in Northern Spain

Don't let visa confusion stand in the way of your Spain vacation © Flashpop / Getty Images

Jul 7, 20234 min read

Do You Need a Visa to Visit Spain?

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May 12, 20235 min read

Spain’s Best Music Festivals to Experience in Summer 2023

Some 50,000 people participate each year in Seville’s Semana Santa proceedings – some of the most memorable in Spain © Chris Sattlberger / Getty Images

Mar 14, 20236 min read

Planning on Visiting Spain for Semana Santa? Here’s All You Need to Know

A scenic landscape in the Spanish countryside

Feb 20, 20235 min read

🌍 Help Me LP! What Is the One Train Trip That Can Include the Best of Spain?

A woman walks along a sunset beach.

Dec 15, 20225 min read

Spain’s New Digital Nomad Visa: 6 Perfect Places for Remote Workers

Young woman buying ticket for transportation

Dec 1, 20228 min read

Spain Adds Long-Distance Buses to Its Free Train and Transit Journeys

La Maliciosa, La Bola del Mundo, Navacerrada, La Pedriza, El Yelmo and the oak forests in autumn in the Sierra de Guadarrama National Park. Madrid's community. Spain

Sep 27, 20225 min read

5 of the Best Hiking Routes in Spain: Find Magic on the Trail

Group of friends having a break in the city

Sep 1, 20225 min read

This Spanish Town Is Enticing Remote Workers with Affordable Rent - Here's How You Can Take up the Offer

Spain's national parks, such as Picos de Europa, encompass some of the country's most outstanding landscapes. Miguel Castans Monteagudo / Shutterstock

Jul 17, 20227 min read

8 Incredible National Parks in Spain

Electronic screens display flight information in the departures hall at Madrid Barajas airport

Jun 24, 20226 min read

Traveling to Spain This Summer? 6 Questions to Ask Yourself Before You Go

Ibiza is full of moments of zen, especially in the off season © Daniel Garrido/ Getty

Jun 24, 20229 min read

Discovering the Off-Season Beauty of Spain’s Balearic Islands

Marinera is a Russian salad cover on a bread roll with anchovy and olives, typical of Murcia, foods from Spain

Apr 25, 20229 min read

Discover Spain's Unsung Food Capitals: 11 Culinary Cities Worth the Trip

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