Spain
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Destinations

Browse where to go by trip role, region, or category. Every place carries an editorial judgment, not a star rating.

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Region
Category
12 places
Valencia
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Valencia

Valencia

The birthplace of paella, with a strong arts and gardens scene and a long urban beach.

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Seville
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Seville

Andalusia

The heart of Andalusian culture, defined by Moorish palaces, authentic flamenco, and lively tapas bars

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Madrid
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Madrid

Madrid

Spain's capital, defined by world-class art museums, a dense urban core, and a late-night social culture.

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Granada
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Granada

Andalusia

A city built around the Alhambra, with an equally strong free-tapas culture.

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Barcelona
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Barcelona

Catalonia

A Mediterranean icon blending historic Gothic architecture, modern Gaudí masterpieces, and a lively urban beach

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Lanzarote
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Lanzarote

Canary Islands

An otherworldly volcanic landscape shaped by art and architecture, from lava fields to vineyard pits

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Ibiza
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Ibiza

Balearic Islands

Beyond the clubs, a beautiful island with a historic walled town, secluded coves, and rural charm

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Tenerife
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Tenerife

Canary Islands

A diverse island dominated by Mount Teide, offering everything from volcanic hiking to winter sun

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Menorca
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Menorca

Balearic Islands

The quietest of the Balearics, with a long, varied coastline and little resort development.

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San Sebastián
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San Sebastián

Basque Country

The ultimate culinary pilgrimage destination featuring world-class pintxos and pristine beaches

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Santiago de Compostela
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Santiago de Compostela

Galicia

The sacred granite-built pilgrimage destination at the end of the Camino de Santiago

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Mallorca
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Mallorca

Balearic Islands

The largest Balearic island: a mountain spine, two flat plains and a capital on a bay, bigger than most visitors expect.

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