Best Places to Visit in Spain: 10 Destinations Worth Visiting

Spain is a unique country where one might have to visit a dozen times and still find some places unexplored. This is because different parts of Spain have different cultures; they offer various types of cuisines and dialects, cool festivals, and their own pace of life. To the north, things change in direction where you find pintxos culture and rain, while the south is all about heat and Moorish influence. As you move to the coast, you’ll notice the shift from clubbing spots to fishing villages, while many visitors will still miss the middle of the country. When planning a trip, here are the top ten places to visit, with suggestions for what to do there.

Give one its due to Spain for many reward-worthy reasons such as the amazing diversity of regions ranging from the rainy land of pintxos to the sunny Moroccan south, lively shores, and lesser-known inland cities. We aim to make things easier by offering our dedicated guide to Spain's must-see places with convenient itineraries already laid out in.

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Barcelona and Madrid

Barcelona is a city that requires excellent planning: it’s necessary to buy tickets in advance for Sagrada Família, Park Güell, and Casa Batlló; visiting the Gothic Quarter at dawn before the tour groups can close in is highly advisable; trying the dishes from Las Ramblas should be left for later, as the true taste of paella can be found outside the tourist traps; for a true taste of local culture, it is best to lounge in the neighbourhoods of Gràcia. Ideal months to visit would be May, June, or September to avoid crowds of tourists.

Being a place with no massive structures but rich culture, Madrid can offer a vivid experience full of walking, art, and partying. The trip should be planned around the Golden Triangle of Art (the Prado, Reina Sofía, and Thyssen museums); the tourist will take his time in Retiro Park, try bocaillo de calamares at Plaza Mayor, and not start to eat dinner before 9 p.m., but go to Malasaña or La Latina. 

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Granada
The Alhambra epitomizes Granada. Sitting against the Sierra Nevada, it symbolizes the height of Moorish design, so book your tickets weeks in advance. However, what lies outside the citadel is just as interesting. The city is one of the few places left in Spain where you get free tapas with your drink order. This means that afternoon can rapidly evolve into dinner. See sunset at the Mirador de San Nicolas from the viewpoint with breathtaking vistas of the fortress and mountains in the background. 

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Valencia
Valencia is a city that is sometimes overlooked in favour of cities like Barcelona or those that are located further south. This is a grave mistake, as Valencia is the city where paella originated and is the best place to have this awesome dish, especially for lunch around the beach. There is also the City of Arts and Sciences, which stands out as an example of modern architecture, the likes of which can be seen in sci-fi movies. The old town can be explored on foot because of its compactness, as well as having the Central Market which is among the best ones in the country. The Turia Gardens are the most famous park in Valencia, which is built on the former riverbed. Overall, Valencia is much cheaper and quieter than better-known cities. The cable car ride across the mountain is a perfect opportunity to enjoy nature and outdoor activities.

San Sebastián 

San Sebastián, located in the Basque Country, is a small city, yet it is well-known for its food. It is said to have the highest concentration of Michelin stars in the world; however, it is not the stars but the pintxos bars that attract most visitors. The process is simple - you order a drink and then take a few small plates from the bar. After this, you go to a different pintxos bar and repeat the process. La Concha beach is located right in the middle of the city, and it is one of the best urban beaches in Europe. The scenery around the beach is quite different from southern Spain as the Basque coast is full of lush greenery. You can relax on the beach and enjoy the sunset.

Málaga 

Málaga has become more than simply the airport stop en route to the beach; it is a fascinating city. It is the birthplace of Picasso, and the museum, which is dedicated to his work, warrants a couple of hours of your time. The old town has been given a facelift, the food scene is thriving, and Alcazaba can be explored without the long lines found in Granada. Use Málaga as a place from where to explore Costa del Sol beaches and take day trips inland to visit the white villages. Experience 55 acres of living plant collections, calm ponds and a maze of hedges. Want to discover Spain while avoiding roaming charges? Check out our eSIM plans for Spain to make sure you stay connected and can access maps and apps.

Ronda

While Ronda has few attractions that take time, its scenic beauty is incomparable. Located on the edge of a gorge, the town is linked by the Puente Nuevo bridge and that is what attracts many travellers. This is one of the iconic white villages in Andalusia and is easily accessible from places like Seville and Málaga. If you stay overnight, you can experience the beauty of the place even when tourists have left.

Toledo Browse

Toledo, an hour's train ride from Madrid, is a medieval town surrounded by walls, and the streets here bear the traces of the lives of Christians, Muslims, and Jews who lived here in harmony. The cathedral in the city is grand, while the historic area features winding streets which are genuinely confined. Discover the streets in less than a day, but rising at night would be ideal because the light would still be bright and fewer travellers would be around in the streets. Take a walk through the ancient Cobblestone streets of the city, and you will see the old steam clock and nice shops. Planning to travel around Spain without being afraid to pay for roaming fees? Check the eSIM plans for Spain and do not worry about being connected while travelling.

Mallorca 

Mallorca is known for its remote beaches, the mountain range Tramuntana, and the old-fashioned train of Sóller, whereas Ibiza's north presents countryside calmness which differs from the nightlife of southern Ibiza. There are few rules for dining in Spain; people eat lunch around 2 p.m., have dinner starting from after 9 p.m., and observe some holidays when shops are sealed during the afternoon. Use trains and trains AVE and travel in the spring or autumn instead of sweltering summer months.