Best places to visit in Spain

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.

It's always a good time to plan a getaway, leave your usual surroundings behind and take a break from the daily routine.

Valencia’s historic centre tends to get most of the attention, with its grand gates, tiled churches and wide squares.

The Sierra de Cádiz mountains offer a different kind of getaway in September, with a short yet highly photogenic route through four white villages: Zahara de la Sierra, Grazalema, Setenil de las Bodegas and Olvera.

CN Traveller included one unusual Spanish landscape in its 17 Most Beautiful National Parks in the World.

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.

Crossing between Portugal and Spain is set to become cheaper and more straightforward as Rede Expressos adds Badajoz to its national network from 11 September 2026.The new connection links Lisbon and the Spanish city of Badajoz via Elvas, Borba, Estremoz, Évora and Montemor-o-Novo, creating a direct

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

Enjoying a beach holiday doesn't have to be expensive.

Just a few minutes from Tarragona lies a corner of the Mediterranean that has retained its unspoilt character, where visitors can enjoy a setting that is hard to match: a medieval castle perched above the cliffs overlooking a small cove of crystal-clear water.This is Cala Jovera, a small natural par

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.

Located in southeastern Spain, Murcia slips under the radar compared to Andalucía or Valencia.

Waking up to views of medieval fortresses and exploring some of the most impressive corners of Spain’s past makes for an unforgettable getaway – with imposing castles and historic strongholds offering a journey through centuries of history.

Rodas Beach in Galicia is the only Spanish beach featured in the World’s 50 Best Beaches 2025, despite not being located in the Balearic or Canary Islands. Shaped like a crescent and stretching for 1.3 kilometres, its fine white sand – formed from crushed shells – connects the islands of Monteagudo and O Faro, two of the three that make up the Cíes archipelago. The beach currently holds 18th place in the global ranking.

The province of Huesca is one of the most fascinating regions in Aragón for those interested in culture and history.

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

Spain has a rhythm and logic of its own, and life tends to work beautifully once you tune into it.

A little research is all it takes to realise the immense wealth offered by the various towns and villages that make up Spain.

The province of Alicante stretches along more than 200 kilometres of Mediterranean coastline, forming what’s known as the Costa Blanca.

Sometimes we scan the other ends of the world for unique landscapes without realising that some of the most breathtaking places are much closer to home. You don't always need to cross oceans to admire majestic mountains, glacial lakes or picture-perfect trails.

When we think of Vikings, we picture Norwegian fjords, wooden villages and fog-shrouded seas. However, the Iberian Peninsula was also part of their routes.

Medieval streets, colourful fishing harbours and mountain villages frozen in time — Northern Spain is one of 2026’s most inspiring travel destinations.

Holy Week in Spain goes far beyond a religious event; it’s a week of candlelit processions, centuries-old brotherhoods and whole towns moving in quiet unison.

Barcelona, Madrid and Valencia draw the lion’s share of visitors, and in peak season the queues, cruise-ship groups and packed old towns can test even the most patient traveller.Recently, The Mirror highlighted a lesser-known Spanish city as a smart alternative to Barcelona, noting its similar atmos