Things to do in Spain.

Gaudí's unfinished basilica is consistently named the centrepiece of any Barcelona visit, celebrated for its organic forms, soaring spires, and fusion of Gothic and Art Nouveau styles. Family Travel Guide calls it one of the city's top landmarks for visitors of all ages.

Gaudí's mosaic-tiled hilltop park offers panoramic city views and surreal organic architecture; named by multiple creators as a must-see Barcelona attraction that enchants the whole family.

One of Gaudí's most celebrated private residences-turned-museum, singled out by TravellersBazaar as one of four unmissable 'unearthly' Gaudí buildings in Barcelona for its wave-like façade and dragon-spine roofline.

Gaudí's iconic apartment building with its undulating stone façade and rooftop warrior chimneys is listed by TravellersBazaar among the four essential Gaudí sites in Barcelona.

Barcelona's oldest and most famous market is recommended for culinary exploration and grocery shopping; MultiCityTrips notes it was established in 1217 and has evolved into a vibrant hub of the city's food scene.

Barcelona's most famous boulevard hosts neighborhood festivals, pop-up markets, and guided history routes; Patrick Guide Barcelona notes the street's major annual festival runs 4–12 October with 40-plus free or discounted activities.

The jagged mountain monastery outside Barcelona is covered in depth by Road Trip Spain and Portugal, which breaks down the Trans Montserrat and Tot Montserrat ticket passes for the rack railway, cable car, and hiking trails.

Valencia's stunning Art Nouveau central market is praised by multiple creators as one of the most lively and authentic food experiences in the city, with serrano ham and local produce at very affordable prices.

Valencia's only UNESCO World Heritage Site is directly across from the Central Market; Always a Friday describes its 15th-century Gothic architecture and historical significance as a medieval silk-trading hall.

One of Valencia's best-preserved medieval city gates, Torres de Serranos opens the Walk The Tour walking route through the city's historic centre and is noted as an iconic symbol of the old walled city.

Valencia's world-famous March festival features daily Mascleta fireworks explosions and giant sculptural monuments throughout the city; Always a Friday visited specifically for the festival, calling it one of Spain's biggest fiestas.

One of the largest Gothic cathedrals in the world and its iconic minaret-turned-bell-tower are named by nearly every Seville creator as the city's unmissable centrepiece; Martijn Around The World notes it reflects Seville's growing medieval wealth.

Seville's stunning Mudéjar royal palace complex is a recurring highlight across creators; Martijn Around The World notes it was featured in Game of Thrones and captivates visitors with its timeless beauty and Moorish craftsmanship.

The sweeping semicircular building built for the 1929 Ibero-American Exposition is set inside Parque María Luisa; Martijn Around The World notes it has appeared in Star Wars films and is a favourite local spot for jogging, walking, and horse-drawn carriages.

The world's largest wooden structure offers rooftop walkways and evening views over Seville; Martijn Around The World notes it cost approximately €100 million to build and houses the Antiquarium museum of Roman and Moorish remains below.

Seville's former Jewish quarter with narrow cobblestone streets and charming plazas is recommended by multiple creators; Martijn Around The World notes the Jewish community lived here in relative freedom until 1492.

Seville's Holy Week brotherhoods carry elaborate floats through the city streets in one of Spain's most emotionally charged festivals; Patrick Guide Barcelona interviews a brotherhood member to explain the year-round devotion behind each procession.

Granada's Nasrid palace complex is covered in depth by Road Trip Spain and Portugal with a full 2026 planning guide, and cited by Our Travel Place and Walk The Tour as the defining reason to visit Granada; tickets sell out weeks in advance.

Granada's ancient Moorish quarter with whitewashed houses and rooftop viewpoints like Mirador de San Nicolás is featured in Walk The Tour's Granada walking tour as a highlight of the city's Arab, Gypsy, and Christian cultural blend.

Live flamenco is recommended as a key evening activity in Granada by Road Trip Spain and Portugal, which compares specific venues including Casa del Arte Flamenco in their Granada travel guide.

Córdoba's extraordinary mosque-cathedral hybrid—a forest of red-and-white striped arches—is the centrepiece of Our Travel Place's full-day Córdoba guide and appears in Eat See TV's Andalusia road trip as one of southern Spain's most awe-inspiring monuments.

The 1st-century Roman bridge spanning the Guadalquivir River is the opening landmark of Walk The Tour's Córdoba walk; crossing it delivers spectacular city skyline views and leads directly to the Calahorra Tower and historic centre.

The birthplace-city museum dedicated to Pablo Picasso is the first stop on Eat See TV's 3-day Malaga itinerary, recommended for art lovers before exploring the nearby historic centre.

Malaga's main covered market in the historic centre is recommended by multiple creators for authentic vermouth, fresh produce, and local lunch; Eat See TV heads straight there for an authentic vermouth bar experience.

Malaga's central urban beach is cited by Eat See TV as a convenient half-day stop between city sightseeing, offering easy access to the Mediterranean just minutes from the historic centre.

The restored cliff-edge walkway through the El Chorro gorge is a popular day trip from Malaga featured in both Eat See TV's Andalusia road trip and Take Time To Travel's Malaga guide as one of the most dramatic outdoor experiences near the Costa del Sol.

Marbella's whitewashed historic quarter with narrow cobbled streets, Plaza de los Naranjos, and hidden boutiques is the centrepiece of Walk The Tour's Marbella walking tour, praised for its Andalusian charm and relaxed Mediterranean atmosphere.

Marbella's glamorous superyacht marina lined with luxury boutiques and chic cafés is featured in Walk The Tour's walking tour as the glitzy counterpart to the historic Old Town; Take Time To Travel also covers it in their Marbella food and cheap-eats tours.

Mallorca's breathtaking Gothic cathedral soaring above the seafront is highlighted by multiple creators; Walk The Tour notes its striking spires and Gaudí-touched modernist interior, while In Between Trips lists it as a top Palma attraction.

The historic wooden train from Palma to the charming mountain town of Sóller is singled out by In Between Trips as a standout Mallorca experience, winding through stunning mountain scenery on narrow-gauge tracks.

Mallorca's famous multi-day hiking route through the Tramuntana mountains is documented across multiple Petra Going Places videos, covering refuges, cliff paths, and wild camping across the island's most dramatic terrain.

One of Mallorca's most photogenic small coves, Caló des Moro is ranked among the 5 best beaches on the island by In Between Trips, known for its turquoise water and dramatic rocky surroundings.

Mallorca's stunning northern beach backed by pine-covered cliffs and crystal-clear water is listed by In Between Trips in their top 5 Mallorca beaches, widely considered one of the most beautiful on the island.

Tarragona's dramatic Roman amphitheatre set directly by the Mediterranean is the headline attraction of Walk The Tour's 4K Tarragona walking tour; the city itself is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Spain's most underrated historic destinations.

Madrid's grand 17th-century main square is cited by 1Minuto TV's Madrid tourist attractions guide as one of the city's top landmarks, famous for its historic architecture and role as a social gathering place since the Habsburg era.

One of the largest palaces in the world, open to the public as a museum and surrounded by the Sabatini Gardens; 1Minuto TV ranks it the #3 must-see in Madrid for its majestic architecture and spectacular sunset views from its surroundings.

Madrid's beloved central park is listed by 1Minuto TV as the #2 attraction in the city, described as one of the most pleasant green spaces in the capital and a favourite for locals and visitors alike.

An ancient Egyptian temple gifted to Spain, relocated to Madrid and offering some of the best sunset views in the city; 1Minuto TV ranks it among the top-10 Madrid attractions, noting it is 2,200 years old and originally built in ancient Nubia.

Madrid's central square is the traditional site of Spain's New Year's Eve grape-eating countdown; 1Minuto TV filmed the 12-grape tradition live here, noting it dates back to the 19th century and draws thousands of celebrants each year.

Rated one of the best restaurants in Madrid by Cicerone's Restaurant Rating, La Cabaña Argentina specialises in traditional Argentine grilled dishes; 1Minuto TV covers five signature dishes including grilled sweetbreads and ribeye in two separate videos.

The whitewashed coastal village in northern Catalonia where Salvador Dalí lived is highlighted by Bella Travels as one of three must-visit Costa Brava towns; Dalí's house has been converted into a museum visible from the seafront.

A Coruña's grand central square celebrating local heroine María Pita serves as the city's social and political centre; Tim's Travel Guides describes it as a dramatic contrast to the narrow historic old-town streets nearby.