Spain unusual places to visit

Slate roofs dusted white, church bells on cold air, and a tasca stove bubbling with stews sum up winter in Spain's snowy villages.

Overtourism is biting in parts of Spain—crowded old towns, housing pressure, and cruise‑day crushes have stirred local pushback. The calmer route away from overtourism hotspots is smart place‑and‑timing.

For authentic alternatives to Spain’s tourist resorts, think compact old towns, protected coasts and mountain parks with capped development. Shoulder‑season, mid‑week trips and rail or bus links usually keep things calmer and cheaper.

Palma de Mallorca is easy to settle into. It has a compact Old Town, a palm-lined seafront and a gentle coastal pace. For things to do in Palma de Mallorca, start with free plans—courtyard peeks, harbour viewpoints and long waterfront walks.

If you’re eyeing things to do in Palma Nova, think three Blue Flag beaches, a palm-lined promenade and easygoing spots for a cold drink by the sea.

During Halloween, while some enjoy dressing up for a fun night with friends or watching a horror film, others may seek a more thrilling experience.

The temperatures are getting warmer every day, and many people are already thinking about – and booking – their holidays to enjoy those well-deserved days off. There are many destinations, but in Spain, one of the most popular is the Balearic Islands.

Valencia is opening the year 2022 with good prospects.

Spain is an excellent country for walking holidays and extreme hiking, with such famous walking routes as the Camino de Santiago and the challenging Caminito del Rey.

If you’re visiting the Canary Islands in Spain and looking for some unusual things to do in Lanzarote, you can’t do much better than eat El Diablo restaurant, the famous volcano restaurant where they cook the food without electricity or gas but using the heat of the volcano. Discover Spain's mo

The tiny village of Belchite in Zaragoza, in northwest Spain, is a testament to the ravages of war and a great place to visit if you want to find out more about the Spanish Civil War.

In the centre of the city of Valencia in Spain is a curiously whimsical playpark for children that is sure to delight adults as well.

Welcome to the Parc del Laberint d'Horta in Barcelona, a hedge maze in a beautiful garden. This little-known gem is located outside the centre of the city, and feels like stepping into a fairytale.