Spain Travel Guide
Tapas, flamenco, and sun-drenched coastlines
Part of the Schengen Area. Many nationalities get visa-free entry for up to 90 days. ETIAS will be required from 2026 for visa-exempt travellers.
Best Time to Visit
Perfect weather. Semana Santa (Holy Week) celebrations. Fewer crowds than summer.
Hot, especially inland. Beach season on the Mediterranean and Atlantic coasts. Festivals everywhere.
Wine harvest. Warm weather continues into October. La Rioja grape stomping festivals.
Mild in the south (Andalucia). Ski season in the Pyrenees and Sierra Nevada. Christmas markets.
Top Things to Do
La Sagrada Familia, Barcelona
Gaudi's unfinished masterpiece, under construction since 1882. Book tickets online weeks ahead. The interior light show is dramatic.
Alhambra, Granada
A Moorish palace and fortress complex. One of the most visited monuments in Spain. Book tickets months in advance.
San Sebastian Pintxos
More Michelin stars per capita than almost anywhere. The Old Town pintxos crawl is a must. Budget $40-60 for an remarkable evening.
Ibiza Beaches
Not just nightclubs. Cala Comte and Cala Salada are striking. The north of the island is peaceful and family-friendly.
Camino de Santiago
800km pilgrimage route across northern Spain. Walk the last 100km from Sarria to Santiago (5-6 days) for the Compostela certificate.
Mercado de San Miguel, Madrid
Gourmet food market in a historic iron structure. Tapas, wine, jambon, seafood. Good for lunch or a grazing session.
Park Guell, Barcelona
Another Gaudi masterpiece. Mosaic-covered terraces with panoramic city views. Free areas plus ticketed monumental zone.
Seville Old Town
The Royal Alcazar, Seville Cathedral, and Plaza de Espana. Flamenco shows in Triana. Best visited in spring or autumn.
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Staying Connected in Spain
Networks
Movistar, Vodafone, Orange
Speed
4G/LTE excellent nationwide, 5G in major cities. 30-80 Mbps typical.
Airport WiFi
Free WiFi at Madrid Barajas, Barcelona El Prat, and most regional airports.