Spain delivers extraordinary variety across its regions — from Moorish palaces in Andalucia to Gaudí’s Barcelona masterpieces, medieval Toledo perched above gorges, and the artistic treasures filling Madrid’s museums. The country combines world-class culture with superb food, excellent wine regions, and a relaxed approach to daily life that makes extended visits genuinely appealing. Whether you’re exploring Granada’s Alhambra, walking Seville’s historic quarter, or discovering underrated Spanish cities beyond the obvious tourist circuit, Spain consistently rewards curious travellers.
The articles below split between comprehensive Andalucia travel coverage (including Granada, Seville, Cordoba, and Malaga), extensive Madrid guides, and pieces about Barcelona, Segovia, Valladolid, and other Spanish destinations. You’ll find practical information on visiting the Alhambra when tickets sell out, navigating train connections between major cities, understanding ticket pricing for top museums, and discovering which attractions genuinely merit your time. The guides emphasise honest assessments over tourist board hyperbole.
Spain travel works brilliantly whether you’re planning a focused city break or an extended exploration across multiple regions. Excellent train connections link the major cities, English is increasingly spoken in tourist areas, and the country’s infrastructure makes independent travel straightforward. Just remember that many museums close on Mondays and restaurants serve dinner late by British standards.
Andalucia travel stories
- A guide to Granada for first time visitors – including the Spanish Inquisition Museum and Royal Chapel.
- How to see the Nasrid Palaces in Granada when Alhambra tickets have sold out.
- A guide to Almeria for first time visitors – including Almeria Cathedral, the Alcazaba and the Guitar Museum.
- Does the Almeria to Granada train make for a viable day trip?
- Trying to understand the culture of bullfighting in Seville’s bullring.
- A first-time visitor’s guide to Seville Cathedral.
- How fast is the Madrid to Cordoba train?
- Is the Mezquita in Cordoba the strangest building in the world?
- Five things to do in Cordoba once you’ve seen the Mezquita.
Malaga travel articles
- Why the Museo Picasso in Malaga is worth visiting.
- Is it worth visiting the Centre Pompidou in Malaga?
- How the Caminito del Rey tour from Malaga works.
- Visitor guide to the Alcazaba in Malaga.
- Guide to Gibralfaro Castle in Malaga.
- Practical guide to visiting Malaga Cathedral.
- What to know about visiting the Roman Theatre in Malaga.
Madrid travel stories
- Madrid to Toledo train times and ticket prices.
- Six ways to improve your visit to Madrid.
- How to see Picasso’s Guernica for free in Madrid.
- Guide to visiting the Reina Sofia museum.
- Guide to visiting the Museo Thyssen-Bornemisza.
- Guide to visiting the Royal Palace of Madrid.
- How to get into Madrid’s Royal Palace when tickets have sold out.
- The three cities day tour to Toledo, Ávila and Segovia from Madrid: How it works.
Travel articles about elsewhere in Spain
- A first time visitor’s guide to Valladolid, Spain.
- A first time visitor’s guide to Segovia, Spain.
- What to expect at Segovia’s Alcázar, cathedral and Roman aqueduct.
- How to beat the crowds at Casa Batllo in Barcelona.
- In Barcelona, do I need to book Casa Vicens tickets in advance?
- A practical guide to the Dalí Theatre-Museum in Figueres, Catalonia.
- 10 things Spain does better than anywhere else.
- A complete guide to the Acua Water Park in Corralejo, Fuerteventura.
- 6 underrated Spanish cities.
- What to see at Toledo Cathedral – and how much it will cost.
- 7 of the best cathedrals in Spain.
