Spain Attractions & Sightseeing
Use our Spanish sightseeing and attractions listings to help you make the most of your visit to Spain, or browse by location using the map of attractions in Spain
Nr Granada, , Granada
In 1984 Albaicin was made a UNESCO World Heritage site and is located on a hill facing Alhambra. It brings together a number of narrow streets with various buildings and houses.
Palacio de Carlos V, Granada, , Granada
Set on a hill in Granada is the impressive and major tourist hotspot of Alhambra. The Castle, palace and gardens are a feat of stunning Moorish architecture.
Plaza de América, Sevilla, , Sevilla
Originally built as part of the 1929 exhibition, the Archaeological Museum has a specific focus on the Roman times. It also includes sections on the Stone Age, the Bronze Age and the Iron Age
Plaça de la Seu, , Barcelona
The patron saint of Barcelona, Santa Eulàlia is buried in the crypt, and in the cloister can be found 13 geese which are reputed to represent the age of Eulàlia at her martyrdom.
Plaza Miguel de Unamuno, 4, 48006 Bilbao, , Vizcaya
Situated in Bilbao’s Old Quarter and set in a Baroque-style building, the Basque Museum charts the changes of the Basque culture throughout history.
Alicante, , Alicante
The beach closest to the city centre is Postiguet beach which has rows of palm trees set amid an array of services. Other beaches in the area are: the southern El Saladar beach, Albufereta beach and San Juan beach.
Avenida de la Constitución, Sevilla, , Sevilla
Inside the cathedral there is a collection of paintings, jewellery and sculptures and the building also plays host to the resting place of Christopher Columbus.
Alicante, , Alicante
The Cathedral was built between 1616 and 1662 with elements of Renaissance and Baroque styles shining through. There are also parts of the former 15th century building that was built over the previously-existing mosque.
5, Glorieta de San Antonio de la Florida, 28008 Madrid, , Madrid
Goya’s tomb is contained in the neoclassical San Antonio de la Florida Chapel, built between 1792 and 1798. Goya himself painted the naturalistic frescoes, showing the miracles of St Anthony
Pamplona, , Navarre
Its showcase event is ‘the running of the bulls’ which sees young men run in front of bulls at 8am each morning to lead them up to the bullring and usually lasts no longer than a couple of minutes.
Abandoibarra Et. 2, 48001 Bilbao, , Vizcaya
Built on the edge of the Nervion River in 1997 the Guggenheim Museum is Bilbao’s most popular attraction and features contemporary works of art. Canadian-American architect Frank Gehry designed the Museum and it really is an unusual and unique building, if not a work of art itself.
, Barcelona
A lively, bustling street with many cafes, restaurants and kiosks enticing passer-bys, while there is often entertainment by living statues, pavement and mime artists.
Carrer de Mallorca 401, , Barcelona
The famous architect Gaudí started on the project of building a Neo-Gothic church in 1883, a year after it had started. Over 100 years later, the building hasn’t finished with the planned highest tower designed to be half as tall again as the towers already in place.
Paseo del Prado, 28014 Madrid, , Madrid
Visitors come to the Prado from all over the world to see masterpieces by Goya, El Greco and Velázquez, as well as works by Hieronymus Bosch, Titian, Rubens and others.
52, Santa Isabel, 28012 Madrid, , Madrid
The Museo Reina Sofia is Spain’s national museum of modern art. The galleries house masterpieces by the most celebrated artists of 20th century Spain, Gris, Miró, Picasso and Dalí.
Carrer de Montcada 15-23, , Barcelona
Opened in 1963, the museum has extended and now incorporates five medieval mansions. Two of these are dedicated to temporary exhibitions, while the permanent collection contains over 3000 pieces and focuses on Picasso’s formative years.
Plaza de Don Gome, 2, Cordoba, , Cordoba
As well as leather wall hangings and old-style vehicles there are also 14 patios and gardens where visitors can go for a stroll or simply spend time relaxing.
2, Calle de Bailén, 28071 Madrid, , Madrid
The palace was constructed during the 18th and 19th centuries on a grand scale, it has 2000 rooms all brimming with antique treasures and objets d’arts!
Carrer d’Olot 7, , Barcelona
Has been awarded UNESCO World Heritage Site status, and is an impressive display of Gaudí’s imagination.
Puerta de Alcalá, Madrid, , Madrid
A vast expanse of lush green gardens, fountains, lakes and cafes. At weekends the park has a carnival-like atmosphere as circus performers, jugglers and fortune-tellers entertain passers by.
