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Overview

Passionate, sophisticated Spain is full of wild beauty, deep history and some of the best food you'll ever eat. Life is a fiesta, and everyone's invited.

Attractions

Must-see attractions

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    La Sagrada Família

    L'Eixample

    The Temple Expiatori de la Sagrada Família (Expiatory Temple of the Holy Family) is considered to be the symbol of Barcelona by many residents, and the…

  • OCTOBER 26, 2014: People walking past market stalls on the La Rambla street in Barcelona.

    La Rambla

    La Rambla & Barri Gòtic

    La Rambla is a tree-lined boulevard featuring a wide array of architectural delights, beautifully decorated flower stalls and particularly talented (and…

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    Museo del Prado

    Madrid

    Welcome to one of the world's premier art galleries. More than 7000 paintings are held in the Museo del Prado’s collection (of which only around 1500 are…

  • Park Güell, Barcelona, Spain

    Park Güell

    Barcelona

    Visitors and locals alike love Park Güell. The waving balcony and the colorful Guard’s House, with the imposing Barcelona skyline and sea in the…

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    Centro de Arte Reina Sofía

    Madrid

    Home to Picasso’s Guernica, arguably Spain’s most famous artwork, the Centro de Arte Reina Sofía is Madrid’s premier collection of contemporary art.

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    Parque del Buen Retiro

    Madrid

    Spend a day exploring the vast grounds of Madrid’s emblematic park.

  • Mercat de la Boqueria

    Mercat de la Boqueria

    La Rambla & Barri Gòtic

    Barcelona's most central fresh-produce market is one of the greatest sound, smell and colour sensations in Europe. It's housed in a packed-out Modernista…

  • Visitors look at the pictures in the museum Thyssen-Bornemisza.

    Museo Thyssen-Bornemisza

    Madrid

    The Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum is one of the three points composing Madrid’s Golden Triangle of Art along the Paseo del Prado (Art Walk), together with the…

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Planning Tools

Expert guidance to help you plan your trip

Best Things to Do

There are so many incredible experiences awaiting you in Spain. Here are some of the very best.

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Best Places to Visit

With stunning beaches, top-notch art museums and unmatched cuisine, Spain regularly steals hearts. Add these top 14 places to your shortlist for 2025 travel.

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Best Time to Visit

From the liveliest events to when you'll find the best weather, here's when to visit Spain.

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Things to Know

From speaking Spanish to avoiding common tourist mistakes, this guide full of top tips can get you ready for a trip to Spain.

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Transportation

Traveling around Spain is convenient, efficient and manageable — thanks to its advanced and accessible public transport infrastructure.

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Visa Requirements

Don't let your visa application mess up your trip to Spain. Here's everything you need to know about whether you need one.

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Money and Costs

Compared to the rest of Europe, Spain is easy on the eyes and even easier on the wallet. Here are the best ways to save money while you're there.

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Traveling with Kids

Of all the places to travel with children, Spain is up there with the best of them. Here are some of the best things to do with kids in this dynamic country.

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Best Road Trips

Set out for history, natural beauty and delicious flavors on these five road-trip itineraries, which will show you the best of Spain.

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Get Connected

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

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