What to do in Spain

A proper island road trip in Spain lets you get beyond the resort strips and into villages, viewpoints and backroads that feel far more local.If the mainland road trips got you thinking, the islands are a completely different rhythm—shorter distances, sharper scenery, and landscapes that shift quick

Gabriel García Márquez's fictional village of Macondo is being reimagined as a real-world cultural space in Madrid.

If you’re daydreaming about a proper Spain road trip, this is the sort of country that rewards you for taking the long way round.

Time Out has published its World’s 20 Best Cities for Art and Culture in 2026, based on feedback from more than 24,000 locals across over 150 cities worldwide.Residents were asked to rate the quality and affordability of their city’s cultural scene, covering everything from museums and theatre to li

Out in the Atlantic, just off the coast of Galicia in north-west Spain, Ons Island feels quietly removed from the modern world.

Getting your head around what to say in Spain isn’t just about grammar. It’s about tone, timing and knowing which topics are better left alone.

Spain boasts some of the most diverse and captivating valleys in Europe, shaped by rivers, mountains and centuries of history. Many offer spectacular landscapes, charming villages and rich historical heritage.

This time of year is one of the most comfortable for travelling, which explains why so many people are looking for the best places to visit in Spain this April.

Easter in Madrid 2026 boasts more than 30 official processions moving through the capital. The city’s Semana Santa is noticeably more restrained than in Seville or Málaga.

Las Fallas 2026 in Valencia will once again transform the city into an open‑air museum of fire, art and tradition from 1 to 19 March 2026, with the main events taking place between 15 and 19 March.

La Gomera sits just west of Tenerife, but it feels a world away once you step off the ferry.

Some of the best holiday destinations in Spain for couples are places where meals stretch late, everything is easy to walk, and there’s usually a square, promenade or beach nearby.

Spain has quietly built a reputation as one of Europe’s most varied golfing destinations, with courses spread across coastlines, countryside, and even cooler northern regions.

Madrid is brilliant, but the size, noise and constant movement can feel like a lot after a while. One of the big perks of living here or spending time in the city is how easy it is to step away for a day.

Tenerife Carnival 2026 in Santa Cruz is the island at full volume: live bands on every corner, outrageous costumes, and barely any sleep for about ten days. It’s one of the best carnivals in Spain and one of the biggest in Europe.

If you’re in Spain in February 2026, Madrid's carnival is one of those weeks where the city drops its usual serious face and leans into costumes, brass bands and slightly chaotic street parties.What is Madrid carnival 2026 and why it matters in Spain’s carnival seasonMadrid carnival 2026 dates and k

Carnival in Spain is the moment winter finally loosens up a bit. Streets fill with parades, sequins and brass bands, and kids march through town in costumes their parents cobbled together.

Big‑budget franchises use Spain for palaces and desert chases, but some of the most interesting screen moments happen in quieter corners and smaller productions.

Tenerife’s famous for its black‑sand beaches and year‑round sun, but some of the island’s most memorable swims are in its wild lava pools along the coast.

Spain keeps popping up in blockbusters and binge‑worthy series, and half the time people don’t realise they’re looking at Bilbao, Madrid or Jerez rather than London, California or a distant galaxy.

2026 is shaping up to be one of those summers where Spain’s nightscape properly comes into its own. The Perseid meteor shower in Spain lands in the middle of warm August nights, village fiestas and late‑night terraces.

El Hierro is the tiny western outpost of Spain’s Canary Islands, a place of lava cliffs, laurel forests and natural rock pools. When it comes to things to do on El Hierro, the focus here is on simple pleasures.

Spain is packed with remarkable museums, from world‑class art galleries to cutting‑edge science spaces and archaeological centres in smaller cities.

During the Christmas holidays, many towns in Spain transform into enchanting fairytale settings, where lights, nativity scenes and local traditions create a truly magical atmosphere.In this guide, compiled from sources including National Geographic Travel, Time Out Madrid and Condé Nast Traveler Esp

Wine tourism in Spain has grown up a lot in the last few years. People are now planning whole weekends to Spain's best wineries, featuring design hotels and long lunches in the vineyards.