Whether you’re a romantic at heart, an adventure seeker, or culture lover, Barcelona has something for every kind of traveller. We recommend tourists set aside at least a week to explore all the architectural marvels in Barcelona. The Ciutat Vella, or Old City, is renowned for its narrow streets and alleys filled with nightclubs, cafes, and restaurants. Don’t forget to check out all the masterpieces of the Spanish architect Antoni Gaudi that Barcelona is home to.
The must-see attractions in Barcelona are Basílica de la Sagrada Familia, Park Guell, Casa Batllo, Magic Fountain of Montjuic, and Basilica de Santa Maria del Mar.
In addition to being the capital of Spain, Madrid is the largest city in the country and the hub of international business. Walking around Madrid, you can experience a bullfight, a flamenco dance performance, or a football match.
Madrid has the Golden Triangle of Art and is brimming with cultural landmarks and an enchanting vibrancy. This means that the city hosts three famous museums: the Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía, Museo Nacional del Prado, and the Thyssen-Bornemisza National Museum. Other spots you should visit in Madrid include Plaza Mayor, El Retiro Park, Royal Palace of Madrid, and Temple of Debod.
Seville’s culture has Christian, Islamic, and Jewish influences. Each religion shows its presence in the city’s old neighbourhoods, minarets, and church facades. Be sure to visit the palaces, gardens, and parks that Seville plays host to while also enjoying the sunshine and laidback lifestyle of the city. These spots signify Seville’s architectural richness and complex history.
As you go around the city, you will see an impromptu guitar performance in a plaza or people having tapas in a streetside café. When you’re in Seville, don’t forget to visit the Royal Alcazar of Seville, Plaza de Espana, Catedral de Sevilla, La Giralda, Parque de Maria Luisa, and Plaza de Toros de la Real Maestranza de Caballería de Sevilla.
Tucked away in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada mountain range is the city of Granada. It’s renowned for its medieval architecture, Moorish history, and street art, and because of its layered history, the city has an aura of mystery. There are churches in Granada that were once mosques, bakeries that used to be bath houses, and eateries that used to serve tea instead of tapas.
The most popular tourist attractions in Granada are the Alhambra, Mirador de San Nicolas, Generalife, Royal Chapel of Granada, Basílica de San Juan de Dios, Parque de las Ciencias, and Catedral de Granada.
If you’re looking for Mediterranean beaches in Spain, Valencia is the city you should visit. The historic centre of Valencia, which is a mixture of lively markets, historical spots, and rich cultural landmarks, is among the most interestingly diverse places you will visit in Spain. The Mercado Central or Central Market is the largest indoor fresh produce market in Europe, where travellers can buy fresh fruits, vegetables, cheese, meats, nuts, spices, and seafood.
While exploring Valencia, remember to visit the Oceanografic, La Lonja de la Seda de Valencia, Metropolitan Cathedral–Basilica of the Assumption of Our Lady of Valencia, Bioparc Valencia, and Jardin del Turia.
