Things to do in Spain.

Gaudí's unfinished basilica is cited by multiple creators as the defining Barcelona landmark — a modernista masterpiece blending Gothic and Art Nouveau forms that every family and architecture enthusiast should visit.

Gaudí's hilltop park with mosaic terraces and organic architecture is repeatedly cited as a must-see Barcelona experience, offering sweeping city views alongside extraordinary design.

Barcelona's oldest and most famous food market, established since 1217, is recommended as a culinary centrepiece — a go-to for picking up local produce, fresh food, and a taste of the city's food scene.

One of Gaudí's most celebrated residential buildings, described as an unearthly modernista masterpiece with a dragon-spine roof and bone-like façade that draws design pilgrims from around the world.

Barcelona's most famous boulevard hosts neighborhood festivals in October including a week-long celebration from the 4th to the 12th with decorations, 40+ activities, and guided history tours of the street.

Barcelona's iconic triumphal arch is highlighted during Open House BCN as one of the special structures where visitors can access guided tours and see the landmark like never before.

The jagged mountain monastery northwest of Barcelona is covered in detail by creators, with dedicated guides explaining the Trans Montserrat and Tot Montserrat ticket passes to help visitors plan cable cars, rack railways, and hiking trails.

The stunning Moorish royal palace is cited by multiple creators as Seville's top attraction — a UNESCO-listed fortress of intricate tilework, lush gardens, and layered history spanning Arab, Gothic, and Renaissance styles.

Seville's grand semicircular plaza with its canal, bridges, and tiled alcoves representing every Spanish province is listed by multiple creators as an unmissable Andalusian landmark.

The world's largest Gothic cathedral and its Moorish bell tower La Giralda are consistently named as essential Seville stops, offering both stunning architecture and panoramic city views from the tower.

Seville's striking modern timber structure — known locally as Las Setas — is highlighted as a contrast to the city's Moorish monuments, offering elevated walkways and panoramic views of the old town.

Seville's old Jewish quarter with narrow cobblestone streets and whitewashed buildings is recommended as the atmospheric heart of the city, perfect for wandering and soaking up Andalusian character.

Seville's Holy Week is described by a brotherhood insider as a year-round lived tradition rather than just a spectacle — creators recommend understanding the brotherhoods' rituals, the floats being carried, and the deeply emotional street processions.

Granada's Moorish palace complex is covered by multiple creators with dedicated guides on ticketing, timing, and what to expect — widely described as one of the most important monuments in Spain requiring advance booking.

Granada's old Moorish quarter is described as a UNESCO-listed neighbourhood of narrow whitewashed streets and viewpoints like Mirador de San Nicolás, offering stunning views toward the Alhambra and the Sierra Nevada.

Live flamenco is highlighted by multiple creators as the authentic cultural experience in Granada, with specific venues like Casa del Arte Flamenco recommended as ideal places to see real performances.

Córdoba's Great Mosque-Cathedral, with its forest of red-and-white arches and Renaissance cathedral built within the original Moorish structure, is the centrepiece of every creator's Córdoba coverage — a UNESCO World Heritage Site reachable as a day trip from Seville or Malaga.

The Picasso Museum in Malaga — the birthplace of the artist — is a top-ranked attraction recommended by creators as the cultural highlight of the city, featuring over 200 works in a beautifully restored Andalusian palace.

Malaga's stunning 19th-century iron market hall with its magnificent stained-glass window is recommended by several creators as the city's main food market — ideal for fresh local produce, tapas, and a feel for daily Andalusian life.

The spectacular cliffside walkway through the Málaga gorge — once the world's most dangerous path — is highlighted as Malaga's most thrilling day trip, featuring vertiginous walkways pinned to sheer rock faces above a river canyon.

Malaga's central urban beach is recommended for its convenient location right in the city, offering a classic Mediterranean beach day within walking distance of the historic centre and museums.

Marbella's historic old quarter with narrow cobbled streets, whitewashed houses, and the charming orange-tree-lined Plaza de los Naranjos is consistently cited as the essential cultural contrast to the city's glamorous marina scene.

Marbella's famous luxury marina is described as a glittering strip where superyachts, high-end boutiques, and chic cafés line the waterfront — the place to see and be seen on the Costa del Sol.

Mallorca's majestic Gothic cathedral soaring above the sea is highlighted by multiple creators as the island's defining architectural landmark, featuring striking spires and Gaudí-designed modernist interior touches.

Mallorca's historic narrow-gauge wooden train that winds through the mountains from Palma to the charming town of Sóller is called out as a unique and scenic island experience not to be missed.

Mallorca's most iconic and photogenic cove — with turquoise water enclosed by rocky cliffs — is named by creators as a must-visit beach despite requiring a trek to reach, rewarding visitors with some of the island's most stunning scenery.

The iconic beach at the tip of Mallorca's northern peninsula, backed by pine-forested cliffs and crystal-clear water, earns a place in both a top-beaches video and a best-of Mallorca guide as the island's most classically beautiful beach.

Mallorca's iconic long-distance hiking route through the Tramuntana mountains is featured in detailed trail content, with creators documenting multi-day sections that pass through Deià, Sóller, and mountain refuges.

Tarragona's dramatically situated Roman amphitheatre — set directly overlooking the Mediterranean — is the centrepiece of a UNESCO World Heritage Roman city that creators recommend as one of Spain's most underrated historic destinations.

One of the most important surviving medieval city gates in Europe, Torres de Serranos is recommended as the starting point for exploring Valencia's historic old town and a symbol of the city's medieval heritage.

Valencia's stunning Art Nouveau central market — one of the largest in Europe — is highlighted for its fresh local produce, iconic Serrano ham and Manchego cheese, and as a vivid window into Valencian culture.

Valencia's UNESCO World Heritage Gothic Silk Exchange is described as a magnificent example of Valencian Gothic civil architecture, featuring intricately twisted columns and a history as a merchant trading hub for silk, olive oil, and spices.

Valencia's spectacular annual March festival — featuring giant papier-mâché sculptures, the thunderous Mascleta firecracker ceremony, and neighbourhood street parties — is described as one of the biggest fiestas in all of Spain.

The whitewashed fishing village on the Costa Brava — famous as Salvador Dalí's home — is described as a must-see Catalonian town where Dalí's house has been turned into a museum and a statue of him stands by the sea.

A genuine 2,200-year-old Egyptian temple gifted to Spain and reconstructed in Madrid, the Temple of Debod is praised as the city's most unique monument and one of the best spots in the capital for watching sunsets.

One of the largest palaces in the world, the Royal Palace is described as a must-see Madrid landmark open to the public as a museum, surrounded by the beautiful Sabatini Gardens and offering spectacular sunset views.

Madrid's grand main square — dating from the 17th century and famous for its New Year's Eve grape-eating tradition and the iconic La Casa de la Panadería — is recommended as one of the most important squares in Spain.

Madrid's central square and the traditional heart of the city is celebrated for hosting the famous New Year's Eve clock-striking tradition, where thousands gather to eat 12 grapes in time with the bell chimes at midnight.

Rated as one of the best restaurants in Madrid by Cicerone's Restaurant Rating, this Argentinian steakhouse is spotlighted for signature dishes like grilled sweetbreads, ribeye steak, and apple crêpe flambé.

A Madrid restaurant specialising in authentic Valencian paella and rice dishes, featuring five essential preparations including traditional Valencian paella with chicken and rabbit, black rice with cuttlefish, and seafood paella.

One of Madrid's best tapas bars, Tavern El Fontán is highlighted for its croquettes of Cabrales cheese, Asturian cachopo, and Spanish potato omelette — a go-to spot for traditional Spanish bar food in the city.