The Spain is a country rich in attractions, natural and landscape point of view, cultural and artistic. Besides Madrid and Barcelona there are still much to discover in Spain. There are traditional festivals rich in history and culture that give you the opportunity to travel back in time.

We must not forget that Spain has a very rich historical heritage and each city has a link with the past which is reflected in architecture, art and gastronomy.

If you want to explore this fantastic country and have time available for a tour around Spain, read this interesting post. Here are the most beautiful places and cities to visit in Spain.

Most Beautiful Places to visit in Spain

Madrid

Madrid is not just about reviewing the history of Europe. The city is rich in monuments and culture, with the old and new brightly contrasting with each other. Madrid is perfect destination for a weekend holiday, including renowned museums, delicious restaurants, large public parks and lively night clubs.

Let’s explore the best things to do in Madrid:

• Puerta del Sol, center of city life
• Plaza Mayor and its elegant arcades
• Art and treasures in the Monastero de las Descalzas Reales
• San Nicolás de los Servitas, the oldest church in Madrid
• The majestic Plaza de Oriente
• The Sabatini Gardens, one of the most beautiful spots in Madrid
• The opera in Madrid
• Classical, Gothic, modern: the Almudena Cathedral
• Madrid, capital of nightlife
• The Prado Museum, star of the Viale dell'Arte
• The Círculo de Bellas Artes
• Plaza de Cibeles, symbol of the city
• The triumphal arch of Puerta de Alcalá
• The history of Spain in the National Archaeological Museum
• Egyptian temple in the heart of Madrid

Barcelona

Barcelona is one of the most attractive city in Spain. The capital of Catalonia and the second largest city in Spain after Madrid attracts millions of visitors every year. There are many reasons to add Barcelona to your busy schedule.

Let’s explore the best things to do in Barcelona:

• Sagrada Familia
• Sunset from the Olympic port
• Walk around Plaza Catalunya
• Stroll across the Mercat de Sant Antoni
• The Ciutadella Park
• Park Guell
• The Passeig de Gracia in Barcelona
• Parc del Laberint d'Horta
• Museum of Contemporary Art in Barcelona
• Barcelona Cathedral - Santa Creu
• Bunkers del Carmel viewpoint
• Rambla del Mar
• Plaza Catalunya
• Tibidabo Cathedral

Burgos

Burgos is a charming town in Spain, which lies along the Way of St. James. It is characterized by buildings and structures from the Middle Ages and is still an insider tip among the cities in the northern part of Spain.

Let’s explore the best things to do in Burgos:

• Catedral de Burgos
• Monasterio de Santa María la Real from Las Huelgas
• Cartuja de Miraflores
• Arco de Santa Maria
• Iglesia de San Nicolás
• Paseo del Espolón
• Iglesia San Lesmes
• Museum of Human Evolution

Seville

Seville is a city full of incredible things to discover. Don't miss out on the essentials of a visit to Seville. Seville, a province full of stories, you must establish a list of different sites that you must visit.

Let’s explore the best things to do in Seville:

• Seville Cathedral and La Giralda
• The Alcazar
• Plaza de España and Parque María Luisa
• Santa Cruz
• Plaza de Toros de la Maestranza
• Triana
• Casa de Pilatos
• Metropol Parasol
• The nightlife of Seville

Bilbao

The visit to Spain is not only cultural. The small town Bilbao will show you that visiting Spain is also and above all a great vacation. The city is full of museums and parks, but it is probably the other spectacular activities that you can do there that will catch your attention.

Let’s explore the best things to do in Bilbao:

• Arriaga square and its theater
• Santiago de Bilbao cathedral
• Go around Plaza Nueva
• Plaza Miguel Unamuno
• Guggenheim museum
• Louise Bourgeois Spider
• Visit the puppy in bloom
• Mount Artxanda
• Doña Casilda Iturrizar Park
• The Dog Fountain
• The Museum of Fine Arts
• The Zubizuri bridge

Valencia

Valencia is a city located in the east of Spain that will attract the attention of travelers. Between a strong historical heritage, avant-garde architecture, great gastronomy, soft prices and a mild climate, Valencia is a lively and creative city that I highly recommend to visit!

Let’s explore the best things to do in Valencia:

• Plaza de la Virgen
• La Lonja de la Seda
• The towers of Serranos
• City of Arts and Sciences
• The BioParc de Valence
• Central Market
• The Fallas of Valencia
• The Tùria gardens
• Beaches in Valencia

Granada

Granada is considered the pearl of Andalusia. Most of them go there to see the Alhambra, the magnificent palace dating from Islamic times. The city is full of several other tourist assets and jewels that make it a very complete destination.

Let’s explore the best things to do in Granada:

• Viewpoint of San Nicolas
• The Alhambra
• Carmen De Los Martires
• Museum of the Catholic Monarchs
• Albaicín district
• Sacromonte caves museum
• The Watchtowers
• Hammam Al Ándalus

Salamanca

Located in the northwest of Spain, the city of Salamanca is blessed with exceptional beauty thanks to its architectural heritage. This even earned him the title of World Heritage from UNESCO in 1988.

Let’s explore the best things to do in Salamanca:

• Plaza Mayor
• University of Salamanca
• The cathedrals of Salamanca
• A moment of relaxation at the Parque de la Alamedilla
• Shopping at Mercado Central
• Art Nouveau and Art Deco museum
• The stars of Cielo de Salamanca
• The Casa de las Conchas
• Valladolid Cathedral
• The wall of Avila

Toledo

Toledo is a superb historic destination very close to Madrid, an excursion that would be a shame to miss!

Let’s explore the best things to do in Toledo:

• Plaza de Zocodover
• Toledo Cathedral
• A tour of the Toledo Train Vision
• Alcázar de Toledo
• The Santa Cruz museum
• Toledo's sweet treat
• The Mirador del Valle
• Monastery of Saint John of the Kings
• The Teatro de Rojas

Malaga

Malaga is described as a joyful and lively city, which perfectly combines culture, history and relaxation. It is a dynamic city, with many shops, restaurants and cultural attractions.

Let’s explore the best things to do in Malaga:

• The Alcazaba
• Roman Theater of Malaga
• Gibralfaro Castle
• Cathedral of the Incarnation
• Plaza de la Merced
• Picasso Museum in Malaga
• Museo Carmen Thyssen
• Historic Botanical Garden La Concepción
• Atarazanas Central Market
• Port of Malaga
• Beaches of Malaga
• The other Museums of Malaga
• The Caminito del Rey

Córdoba

A city rich in history, in traditions , which will surprise and intrigue you. Cordoba is also synonymous with art , culture and leisure, thanks to the multitude of cultural events that are organized throughout the year: flamenco festivals, concerts, ballets.

Let’s explore the best things to do in Cordoba:

• Cordoba Cathedral
• Alcázar De Los Reyes Cristianos
• Cordoba Archaeological Museum
• Cordoba Museum of Fine Arts
• Puerta del Almodovar
• Roman bridge
• Mezquita
• The Alcazar and its gardens
• Malmuerta Tower

Girona

Girona is a Catalan city on a human scale, less tourist but with all the charm of the great Spanish cities. Girona is characterized by its strong medieval identity and its historic monuments. This landscape is so authentic that the city even hosted the shooting of the successful series Game of Thrones, inspired by the Middle Ages.

Let’s explore the best things to do in Girona:

• Visit the Cinema Museum
• Rambla de la Llibertat
• Saint Mary's Cathedral
• Visit the Art Museum of Girona
• The Arab Baths
• Have breakfast at Fabrica
• Getting lost in the Jewish quarter
• Saint-Félix Church
• Girona Cathedral
• Passeig Arqueològic

Alicante

Alicante can be visited quickly, three days are enough to go around. But it is also the ideal compromise between discovery and idleness. Let's go for a presentation of the city which, I hope, will finish convincing you to visit it.

Let’s explore the best things to do in Alicante:

• Santa Barbara Castle
• The beaches and the port
• The Esplanade of Spain
• The Barrio Santa Cruz district
• Rambla de Mendez Nunez
• Archaeological Museum of Alicante
• Tabarca Island
• Algar river fountain
• The caves of Canelobre
• Amusement parks

San Sebastián

San Sebastián is undoubtedly one of the most elegant cities in Spain. It is famous in particular for its bay and its beaches, as well as for its cuisine and its film festival.

Let’s explore the best things to do in San Sebastian:

• La Concha Bay
• Old Town of San Sebastian
• Visit the Aquarium
• Outdoor sculptures
• Surfing at Zurriola
• Mount Igeldo and Mount Urgull
• The museums of San Sebastian
• Climb to the top of Mont Urgull
• The Basilica of Saint Mary of the Choir
• The Palace of Miramar
• The Cathedral of the Good Shepherd

Tossa De Mar

Tossa de Mar is a small, picturesque village on the Catalan coast. The richness of its past makes it a must for lovers of history and heritage!

Let’s explore the best things to do in Tossa De Mar:

• The municipal museum of Tossa de Mar
• Tossa de Mar gastronomy
• Castillo de Tossa de Mar
• Chapel of the Mare de Deu del Socors
• The Church of Sant Vicenc
• Cala Pola
• Cala Futadera
• The City Walls and The Lighthouse

Ronda

Ronda is one of the most beautiful and most visited villages in Andalusia. The village can be visited very well on foot and a single day is enough to discover all the places of interest not to be missed. It therefore fits very easily into a circuit in Andalusia.

Let’s explore the best things to do in Ronda:

• Puente Nuevo
• Plaza de Toros de Ronda
• Arab Baths
• Palacio de Mondragón
• Arab walls
• Plaza Duquesa de Parcent
• Cuenca Gardens
• Viewpoint of Aldehuela and Balcón del Coño
• Ruins of Acinipo
• Wine route in Ronda
• Cueva del Gato, Benaoján

And these are the best places of reference that we decided to share with you. Sure, there are many more essential places to visit, but for now, we'll leave you to whet your appetite for more Spain places.