Spain unusual places to visit

Spain’s ghost stories are often tied to real buildings, former hospitals, unexplained deaths and abandoned places.

Autumn transforms many corners of inland Alicante. After periods of rainfall, ravines, riverbeds and springs regain their flow, and Alicante's waterfalls offer a very different appearance from that seen in summer, with more water, greener surroundings and pleasant temperatures for walking.

High in the foothills of Aragón’s Moncayo range sits a tiny settlement with a half-ruined castle, a history of bitter arguments with the Church and a curse said to be powerful enough that only a pope could undo it.For centuries, stories of witches, night-time rituals and dark magic have clung to Spa

In the wooded foothills of northern Spain, near the French border, a small rural village, often called Spain’s village of witches, carries a rather unsettling reputation.Its story involves a vast cave carved by water, gatherings said to have taken place by firelight, and a witch-hunt that ended in o

Spain’s newest art destination is taking shape inside a former bank, now reopened as a public arts centre after decades of keeping its collection largely out of sight.

The Sa Calobra road is one of Spain's most spectacular drives. Set in the heart of Mallorca's Serra de Tramuntana, this 14 km route is renowned for its dramatic hairpin bends, steep gradients and remarkable engineering. Built into a rugged mountainside, it winds through breathtaking scenery before reaching the turquoise waters of Sa Calobra cove. Combining natural beauty with technical ingenuity, it is widely regarded as one of the country's most scenic roads.

Released in 1962, Lawrence of Arabia is widely regarded as one of the most influential films in cinema history. Directed by David Lean and starring Peter O'Toole, it brought the story of T. E. Lawrence and the Arab Revolt against the Ottoman Empire during the First World War to the big screen.

Can you enjoy spectacular views without a strenuous hike? Absolutely, provided you choose the right viewpoint and the right time to visit.

Alicante is best known for its beaches, pleasant climate and Mediterranean holiday destinations, but the province's inland areas reveal a very different side of its heritage.

There is a stretch of northern Spain where the sea has carved arches into the cliffs, small harbours still organise the day, and green hills meet the shoreline.

Black volcanic rock drops into clear Atlantic water, pine-scented paths lead towards cloud-covered ridges, and the coast is dotted with seawater pools rather than long rows of sun loungers.

David Lean’s Lawrence of Arabia is closely associated with the desert landscapes of Jordan, but Spain also played an important part in the 1962 film. Spanish locations were used to create Aqaba, Cairo, Damascus and other settings in T. E.

The total solar eclipse of August 2026 will be one of the most significant astronomical events visible in Spain in recent decades. For a few minutes, the Moon will completely cover the Sun, plunging part of the afternoon into darkness.

There is a sizeable Spanish city where a baroque cathedral faces a distinctly modern town hall, students fill the terraces after class, and a long lunch centred on local seafood need not cost a small fortune.

Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade takes viewers from Venice to the fictional Turkish city of İskenderun, but several of its most recognisable action and desert scenes were filmed in southern Spain.Some opening desert shots were filmed in Utah, USA.

Menorca offers more than coves and crystal-clear waters. Near Ciutadella, Lithica has transformed a former limestone quarry into a unique cultural and environmental space. Created to preserve the island’s quarrying heritage, the project combines art, nature and architecture in an extraordinary setting. Today, visitors can explore labyrinths, gardens and walking trails among thousands of limestone blocks, while enjoying exhibitions, performances and one of Menorca’s most distinctive landscapes.

Imagine medieval stone walls rising straight out of the Mediterranean, pine-covered hills just behind them, and a sweep of fine sand where the water turns that clear, glassy blue.This Spanish enclave has been recognised as one of Europe’s top “Fairytale destinations” by European Best Destinations —

Spain has no shortage of dramatic walking routes, yet some ranges stay strangely quiet.

Tucked away in northern Spain is one of the country’s most important prehistoric art sites.

Spain’s landscapes aren’t just about beaches, sierras and medieval towns.

When we think of nature in Spain, mountains, cliffs and beaches often come to mind – yet beneath these landscapes lies a lesser-known world of underground galleries, hidden rivers and remarkable geological formations that can be explored on foot.

Spain welcomed nearly 96.8 million tourists in 2025, the highest figure in its historical series. In June 2025 alone, Cataluña recorded almost 2 million tourists and Andalucía 1.4 million.

Spain is a country of great geographical diversity, with thousands of kilometres of coastline stretching between the Mediterranean Sea, the Atlantic Ocean and the Cantabrian Sea. From the warm southern latitudes to the cliffs of the north, its territory offers a wide variety of landscapes.

While the province of Valencia might seem synonymous with beaches, fertile farmland and a Mediterranean climate, its interior hides a very different landscape.