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Dive deeper into your exploration of Spain with kimkim's handpicked activities. Uncover Barcelona's rich architectural history with a guided walk through neighborhoods influenced by Antoni Gaudí, or immerse yourself in Seville's vibrant flamenco culture. In Madrid, explore world-renowned art at the Museo Nacional del Prado, while in Valencia, enjoy a blend of architecture, wine, and tapas against panoramic city views. Check out our recommended activities in Barcelona, Seville, Madrid, Valencia, Bilbao, and beyond for your upcoming Spain adventure.

Photo courtesy of Seashore Boats Mallorca
Mallorca
Private Boat Rental
4 hours
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Private
Embark on a private boat adventure on Mallorca's coastline by renting your own vessel fitted with a cooler, ice, Bluetooth stereo system, swimming ladder, and sunshade. You can explore the island's southern and western landscapes, including the area's secluded beaches, hidden coves, and charming...
La Rioja
Explore Sajazarra by Segway
1.5 hours
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Small group
Enjoy a unique experience in La Rioja by riding an "off-road" segway through the roads that border the region's vineyards and into the historic village of Sajazarra. Known as one of the most beautiful villages in Spain, Sajazarra is just outside the town of Haro and about 40 minutes from Logroño,...
Val d'Aran
Baciver Lakes Hike in Val d'Aran
4 hours
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Private
Discover the beauty of Val d'Aran and the Pyrenees Mountains with an active excursion hiking the Cirque de Baciver trail, a 3-mile (5-km) semi-circular route in the Pla de Beret nature reserve. This moderate trek follows the Dolent River through a small valley and high mountain meadows to the...
Toledo
Fire & Steel Sword-Making Workshop
2 hours
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Private
With Toledo known for its exceptional steel craftsmanship and swords, you can learn how the city has been making swords for centuries. Discover the history of Toledan sword-making and view exhibits featuring different types of blades from the Iberian Peninsula. Then, with the help of a master...
Basque Country
Picos de Europa National Park & Potes
9 hours
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Private
Explore the Parque Nacional de los Picos de Europa (Picos de Europa National Park) on a day trip with an expert private guide. Drive through the rugged landscape in a 4WD, enjoying views of river valleys, gorges, lush meadows, and jagged mountains. You'll stop to wander the historic village of...
Explore Valencia with a fun scavenger hunt
Valencia
City Treasure Hunt
3 hours
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Private
Adults can enjoy treasure hunts, too, and they're a perfect way to discover the city of Valencia. Whether traveling with your friends, on a couples trip or celebrating something special, like a birthday, you'll entertainingly explore Valencia, passing tests and completing tasks while discovering...
Barcelona
Family Ceramic Workshop
1.5 hours
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Private
Barcelona is a city of art, primarily thanks to how the famous Catalan architect Antoni Gaudí shaped and influenced the city. But you'll find plenty of other artistic and imaginative work throughout Barcelona, making it the perfect city to express your own creativity. This is an excellent...
Wander San Sebastian's snaking Old Town streets
Basque Country
History & Culture Walk
2 hours
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Small group
Discover the wonders of San Sebastián, the Basque seaside city where Spanish royals once vacationed, on this guided walk. You'll wander the historic streets of the Parte Vieja (Old Town), passing ornate cathedrals and sweeping plazas. Next, visit the Parte Nuevo (New Town) for Belle Époque...
Valencia
Family-Friendly Treasure Hunt
2.5 hours
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Private
Valencia is already a great family-friendly destination, but you can make it even more entertaining for kids with this guided treasure hunt through the city. Enjoy exploring Valencia differently, passing tests, solving puzzles, and playing games, all while discovering significant city monuments...
Let a segway take you around the city faster (photo courtesy of WeWorld Experience)
Madrid
Segway City Exploration
2 hours
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Small group
Explore Madrid with the help of a professional guide and a fun segway that lets you zip across the city. After meeting your guide, a safety briefing, and a quick safety test, you'll head out on your 2-hour guided tour of Madrid, stopping at all the iconic sites and monuments. Some highlights...
Barcelona
Cocktail Making Masterclass
1 hour
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Small group
Barcelona has an incredible nightlife scene thanks to the city's social culture and late-night dining. Of course, you'll find signature drinks like ice-cold lager from the tap, sparkling cava, and several variations of vermouth, but Barcelona has also mastered the cocktail. Join a professional...
Besalú
Girona Day Trip: Banyoles, Besalú & a Volcanic Crater
9.5 hours
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Private
Not many know that the province of Girona is a volcanic region—historic and dormant, of course. With a private guide, you'll explore the area, visiting its charming medieval villages, including Besalú with its famous Romanesque bridge and Castellfollit de la Roca uniquely set atop a cliff. You'll...
Basque Country
Basque Coast Day Trip
6 hours
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Small group
Perfect for history buffs and nature lovers, this day trip loops north from Bilbao to include some of northern Spain's most dramatic coastal scenery and important cultural sites. You'll start with a stop at San Juan de Gaztelugatxe, a 10th-century hermitage and "Game of Thrones" filming location,...
Enjoy some tapas during your stay in Málaga
Andalusia
Triana, Tapas & Wine Tasting
3 hours
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Private
Experience Spain's world-famous tapas culture on a private walk through Seville's riverside Triana neighborhood. Wander the area's local market and admire historic monuments before you arrive at the first of several tapas bars where locals spend their evenings. You'll enjoy four drinks and at...
Try a few local wine varietals near Valencia
Valencia
Vineyard & Wine Tasting Day Trip
6 hours
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Small group
Get to know Valencia's unique and often overlooked or misunderstood wine region, one with meticulous practices and plenty of old-vine indigenous varietals. Trade the city and beach for the area's picturesque rural countryside and visit the Vera de Estenas winery. Enjoy a tour and wine tasting...
Mallorca
Explore the Northwest Villages
8 hours
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Private
Discover Mallorca's northwest highlights, which include the quaint villages of Valldemossa, Deiá, and Sóller.You'll start with Valldemossa, one of the most picturesque places on the island and surrounded by high mountain peaks. Opt for a stop at the Royal Cartuja, an ancient monastery where the...
Enjoy a hike with a private guide
Valencia
Private Cork Trail Hike & Cheese Tasting
5 hours
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Private
Enjoy a hike through Parque Natural de la Serra d'Espadà and taste local cheese with a private guide. Your trip begins with a hotel pick-up in Valencia, followed by a scenic drive north to Almedíjar for a morning coffee and a cheese-tasting session with an artisan cheese maker. Afterward, take to...
A centuries-old park, Parc del Laberint d'Horta, is considered one of the best of its kind in Europe
Barcelona
Self-Guided Horta-Guinardó District Walk
4.5 hours
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Self guided
This walk is for travelers interested in seeing a quieter side of Barcelona most visitors don't experience: the outlying district of Horta-Guinardó. Ideal for history and architecture enthusiasts, you'll cover about 4.4 miles (7 km) in 4-5 hours on foot and have the flexibility to stop for as...
(Photo courtesy of Ibiza Food Tours)
Ibiza
Evening Food, Drink & Culture Walk
3 hours
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Small group
Discover the flavors of Ibiza Town on an evening foodie walk that blends local cuisine, history, and culture. Over three leisurely hours, you'll wander through atmospheric streets and lively plazas with an expert guide, stopping at four handpicked eateries to sample traditional tapas, Balearic...
Valencia
City Bike Ride
3 hours
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Private
Swap a traditional walking or car/bus tour for a fun and active experience cycling through the streets of Valencia. You'll embark on a pleasant guided bike tour around the city, taking you to the Turia Gardens, the historic old quarter, and the futuristic science and culture complex known as La...
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Logroño (La Rioja)
Self-Guided E-Bike Ride with Winery Tastings
5 hours
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Small group
Perfect for independent-minded travelers, this self-guided excursion lets you choose your own pace as you cruise through the scenic wine country of La Rioja on a comfortable e-bike. Download a custom route to your phone, and set off on a half-day loop from Logroño to the charming town of...
Madrid
Family-Friendly Prado Museum Visit
1.5 hours
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Private
Enjoy a kid-focused exploration of Madrid's most important museum (and one of the most popular in Europe), the Museo Nacional del Prado. Learning about art and developing an appreciation for it is known to help kids express their ideas and creativity. With this in mind, you and your family will...
Andalusia
City Treasure Hunt
3 hours
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Private
Discover Málaga in a unique and fun way with a treasure hunt through the city. Your host will equip you with a GPS device, an adventure kit, and plenty of clues to help you move around Málaga. You'll visit important sites and look for hidden clues to solve puzzles at each location, while a...
The late 19th-century house-palace, home to the Duchess of Valencia, hosted King Alfonso XIII on occasion
Madrid
Self-Guided Day Trip to Alpedrete
4 hours
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Self guided
A quaint stone-clad town in the Sierra de Guadarrama foothills, Alpedrete offers a peaceful respite from downtown Madrid in just 30 minutes. Suitable for travelers interested in seeing the Spanish countryside, learning about Alpedrete's quarrying history—stone that was even used to build Palacio...
Andalusia
History, Local Culture & Wine Tasting in Càdiz
3.5 hours
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Private
Cádiz, a city on Spain's Atlantic coast, is the oldest continuously inhabited city in Western Europe, founded by the Phoenicians in the 7th century BCE. But throughout history, Greeks, Carthaginians, Romans, Arabs, and more all settled in this region thanks to its unique shape and connection to...
Girona
Evening Tapas Walk
3.5 hours
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Small group
Experience Girona's culinary scene with an evening tapas and wine walk through the historic city. Your expert guide will lead you through the charming alleys of the Barri Vell (Old Town) while you sample some of the neighborhood's most delicious bites. You'll explore Girona's history and culture...
Valencia
Cheese & Wine Experience in the Utiel-Requena Region
7 hours
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Small group
Indulge in a perfect combination of cheese and wine in the stunning region of Utiel-Requena, just west of Valencia. You'll start by visiting an authentic cheese factory in the charming town of Los Pedrones, where you'll learn to create your own cheese and enjoy a guided tasting of eight artisanal...
Córdoba
Courtyards of Córdoba Visit
2 hours
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Private
Córdoba's famous patios (courtyards) are always worth a visit, though they come alive during the month of May when the city hosts its Fiesta de los Patios. But even if you're visiting outside of May, you can still enjoy these beautiful spaces (and don't have to battle the crowds!). This tour...
Pintxos food tour
Basque Country
Pintxos With a Chef
4 hours
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Small group
Dive into the culinary heart of the Basque Country on this one-of-a-kind culinary tour led by a professional chef. Everything's included on this four-hour walking tour of San Sebastián's Old Town—the birthplace of pintxos, the Basque version of tapas. Taste your way through the city, stopping at...
Artisan's tools in Madrid
Seville
Visit an Art Restoration Studio
3 hours
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Private
If you've ever wondered how experts restore artwork from millennia ago, you can watch how it's done firsthand in Seville. In the city's Old Town, hidden down a small side street, a simple, nondescript door opens to welcome you into a 19th-century abode filled with artistic treasures. Renowned art...

Best Experiences in Spain

Costa Brava, Spain
Best Things to Do in the Costa Brava

The Costa Brava is a scenic stretch of Catalonia's coastline, extending from the French border in the north to the town of Blanes in the south. Dotted with rugged coves, medieval villages, sandy beaches, vineyards, and the works of Salvador Dalí, many travelers flock to this picturesque region of Spain. Explore the countryside with yacht excursions, e-bike ventures, and kayaking trips, or visit beloved towns and cities like Girona, Cadaqués, and Figueres.

Madrid, Spain
Best Things to Do in Madrid

Many argue that Madrid is Spain's most cultural city, as its central location draws people, gastronomy, traditions, and customs from around the country. In Madrid, you can dive deep into Spain's history and culture with walking tours of its diverse neighborhoods, evenings experiencing its distinct tavern culture, and tastes of staples like jamón Ibérico and padrón peppers. Then, peruse the world-renowned Prado Museum, enjoy dinner in the world's oldest restaurant, learn all about Spanish royalty, or take a day trip to one of the nearby historic cities and villages.

San Sebastián, Spain
Best Things to Do in San Sebastián

Coastal San Sebastián sits in Spain's scenic north, in Basque Country. Known as a foodie hub, you can enjoy the city's culture with walking or e-bike tours and dive into the renowned gastronomy with a cooking class. Get out of the city to visit farms, vineyards, and some of Northern Spain's most popular walking trails within this coveted region of Europe.

Ronda, Spain
Best Things to Do in Ronda

One of the most popular white villages in Southern Spain, Ronda sits atop a dramatic cliff, providing stunning views of its surrounding countryside. You'll find a mix of relaxed vibes and exciting outdoor adventures in Ronda. Explore the Old Town, listen to Spanish guitar, and learn about ancient winemaking techniques while savoring a glass or two. Then head out into the countryside to climb the Via Ferrata or peruse charming villages.

Barcelona
Best Things to Do in Barcelona

A bustling, vibrant city with deep Roman and medieval roots, Barcelona offers a little bit of everything. Discover a unique blend of architecture, from 20th-century modernism to avant-garde, while getting lost in buzzy market halls, wandering colorful gardens, and eating your way through the historic Gothic Quarter. Explore Gaudí's famous creations like the Sagrada Familia, spend a day at the beach, attend a Spanish guitar concert, or go wine tasting in the countryside.

Bilbao
Best Things to Do in Bilbao

Bilbao is known for gastronomy and the architecture of Frank Gehry's Guggenheim Museum. Combine modern art with the city's world-renown culinary scene, impressive architecture, and quaint historic core. Discover Northern Spain's gastronomy by savoring pintxos, learning how to make wine, or taking a cooking class. Pair a visit to the Guggenheim with a city tour and admire architecture beyond the quirky. Or, explore outside the city center and enjoy the Picos de Europa, a mountain range that rivals the Alps.

Mallorca
Best Things to Do in Mallorca

Known as the "jewel of the Mediterranean," Mallorca is the largest of the Balearic Islands and offers a tropical-like coastline, chiseled mountain peaks, and a vibrant culture. Travelers flock to the island to combine relaxation with adventure. For example, enjoy a catamaran cruise while snorkeling in the Mediterranean, visit idyllic villages while hiking in the mountains, or explore caves while wine tasting. And when you need a break, dive into the island's unique and flavorful culinary scene or walk the streets of buzzy Palma.

Seville
Best Things to Do in Seville

Seville is Southern Spain's jewel and the capital of Andalucía. This historic city with the perfect mix of culture, architecture, and gastronomy, as it's the birthplace of flamenco and where tapas reign. Taste your way through Seville with cooking classes, wine tastings, and visits to tapas bars and olive farms. Then, dive deep into the local culture by learning about art restoration, touring historic sites like the Alcázar, and watching the beauty of the flamenco unfold before your eyes.

Granada
Best Things to Do in Granada

As the final bastion of the Iberian Peninsula (Al-Andulas) ruled by the Moors, Granada offers a unique mix of architecture paying homage to its many historical influences. The most famous site, of course, is the Alhambra, an imposing Muslim fortress from the 9th century used by the Nasrid Dynasty and as Spain's Royal Court. Besides stunning architecture, Granada also features a vibrant gastronomic scene, the country's beloved flamenco dance, and mountainous countryside.

Valencia, Spain
Best Things to Do in Valencia

A vibrant and modern port city, Valencia is Spain's third-largest metropolis. Valencia's most famous attraction is its City of Arts and Sciences, a futuristic building complex hosting a planetarium, oceanarium, interactive museum, and more. In addition, you'll find an idyllic Old Town, Albufera (a beloved wetlands reserve and park), and gorgeous stretches of sandy beaches. Plus, Valencia is home to one of Spain's most famous dishes: paella.