Spain

Flying is often the quickest way to begin a holiday in Spain, but the most convenient airport is not always the one with the cheapest fare. Spain has many mainland and island airports, and the onward journey can make a major difference to your trip. This guide explains how to compare routes, choose an arrival … Read more

Ferries connect mainland Spain with the Balearic Islands, link the Canary Islands and cross to North Africa. The right route depends on the ports, your travel date and whether you bring a vehicle. This guide helps you compare a complete journey without relying on an old fixed timetable. At a glance For the Balearics, start … Read more

Public transport in Spain ranges from high-speed trains between major cities to metros, trams, local buses, ferries and regional coaches. The system is useful for travellers without a car, but there is no single ticket or operator that covers every route. The key is to plan each leg at the right level: long-distance journey, regional … Read more

Long-distance buses connect Spain’s big cities, smaller towns, airports and many coastal destinations. They can be useful when there is no direct train, when a fare is favourable or when you want to travel between regions without driving. This guide covers international journeys to Spain and buses within the country, with practical steps for checking … Read more

The Tour Bernabéu gives visitors a look at Real Madrid’s stadium and club history in Madrid. The experience usually centres on the museum and panoramic views, but its route can change around matches, events and ongoing work. Check what the ticket includes on your exact date rather than expecting a fixed backstage itinerary. At a … Read more

The Prado Art Museum is considered to be the most visited and important sight in Madrid. It is by far the largest and most famous museum in Spain. According to many experts, the Prado is the most important museum of art in the world. About 3 million visitors come to the Prado Museum every year. … Read more

Madrid is Spain’s capital and a city best explored in manageable neighbourhoods. Its art museums, Royal Palace, historic squares, parks and food markets can fill several days without a car. A good first trip balances major sights with time to walk the streets, rather than trying to cross the city repeatedly for a long checklist. … Read more

The Basilica Sagrada Familia in Barcelona is one of the most visited sights in Spain and one of the most famous churches in the world. It is a very unusual church. Almost all major churches in Europe were completed centuries ago, the modern Sagrada Familia is not even finished yet. The construction of the basilica … Read more

With 3.5 million inhabitants, Barcelona is the second largest city in Spain after Madrid. Barcelona offers tourists an almost infinite number of sights and is one of the top 10 destinations for city breaks in Europe. The location of the city on the Mediterranean Sea, the good weather and the many sights make Barcelona an … Read more

Figueres is a famous city in northern Spain and home to the world famous artist Salvador Dali. The city (about 50,000 inhabitants) is located only 20 km south of the French border and is the first stop for many tourists who travel to Spain by car, camper van or train. The busy motorway E15 (in … Read more