Where to go on holiday in Spain?
To help you choose where to go in Spain during your next stay, we have prepared a selection of must-see places based on what you like to see or do on vacation. Whether you are going there for three days or three weeks, whether you love the city or nature, whether you are fond of culture or a lover of good wine, you will not be disappointed by your stay in Spain.
Where to go in Spain for a city trip?
Would you like to discover Spain for a weekend? You are quite right. Many Spanish cities can be visited in a few days and are of great interest. In addition, it is very easy to get there by car, train or plane. Many low cost airlines now connect the main French cities with the main Spanish airports. Here is our selection of ideal destinations for a city break of a few days in Spain:
A weekend in Barcelona
Barcelona is the ideal destination in Spain for a stay of a few days. Many low cost companies such as Ryanair, Vueling or even easyJet serve the Catalan capital from many French airports. The flight lasts less than two hours and will cost you a hundred euros round trip. If you live in the south of France, you can even drive there!
Once there, you will appreciate the multitude of things to do and see. Festive city, cultural city, shopping city, Barcelona is multiple and leaves you no time to get bored. Without forgetting the sun and the beach, appreciable and appreciated throughout the year or almost. Among the must-sees, don’t miss a stroll along the Rambla and a gourmet break at the Boqueria market. Also discover the famous Sagrada Familia, Park Güell and the Picasso Museum. Stroll through the alleys of Barri Goticand in the Ribera district. Breathe in the sea air around the Olympic Port then take the funicular or the cable car to reach the heights of Barcelona, at Montjuïc .
Follow our short guide on where to sleep in Barcelona to discover all the neighborhoods of the Catalan capital. There are many vacation rentals and hotels available in Barcelona .
A weekend in Madrid
The Spanish capital has long remained in the shadow of its rival Barcelona. Too long. Because today, it is in Madrid that you have to hurry to discover Spain. The cultural richness of the city is impressive. The rado , Reina Sofia and T hyssen-Bornemisza museums alone are worth a visit to Madrid. Which we complete with pleasure with a visit to the barrio Las Austrias and that of La Letras . Between the two, don’t forget to stop for a coffee in the Plaza Mayor. For a quiet stroll, a picnic or a siesta in the grass in the shade of a tree, Retiro Park is ideal.
To taste Spanish specialties, two markets are essential: the Mercado San Miguel and the Mercado San Anton . For those who prefer chips to gastronomy, El Rastro is the place to go.
To enjoy Madrid’s Movida vibe, head to the neighborhoods of Chueca , La Latina and Lavapies . In Malasana , you’ll find graffiti-covered walls and plenty of clubs to hang out. Finally, it would be a shame to go to Madrid without spending at least one evening going from bar to bar enjoying tapas, for an often ridiculous price. Plaza Santa Ana is perfect for that!
A weekend in Seville
Another city in Spain that alone is worth a stay of a few days: Seville . The capital of Andalusia has managed to combine history and modernity and has a unique atmosphere. The good humor of its inhabitants has a lot to do with it and it is moreover our first recommendation: take the time to meet the Sevillians. For the rest, you just need to book a hotel in Seville to stroll along the Guadalquivir to discover the impressive amount of architectural gems.
If you don’t know in which neighborhood to stay, find our little guide to where to sleep in Seville and for more information on the city, discover the visits to do in Seville and the surrounding area .
A weekend in Valencia
If the third Spanish city attracts more and more tourists each year, it is because it has been able to modernize while preserving its traditions. We discover for example with pleasure the impressive city of Arts and Sciences, a true architectural masterpiece. Admiring the building is not enough, you must also visit the aquarium , the planetarium, the Palau de les Arts Reina Sofia, the Opera of Valencia , the Science Museum and walk under the arches of the Umbracle .
In the evening, it is at the inner port that we meet to drink, eat and dance. Finally, if you appreciate gastronomy, the Mercado Central covered market is a pleasure for the eyes and the taste buds. Last advice to follow during your stay in Valencia: enjoy a paella in a restaurant by the sea in Las Arenas .
