Lonely Planet Spain

Lonely Planet’s local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime to Spain.

Discover popular and off the beaten track experiences from strolling Barcelona's maze of medieval alleys in the Barri Gòtic to watching an evening flamenco show in the Sacromonte caves of Granada, and winery-hopping around La Rioja.

Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Spain travel guide:

• Our classic guidebook format provides you with the most comprehensive level of information for planning multi-week trips
• Updated with an all new structure and design so you can navigate Spain and connect experiences together with ease
• Create your perfect trip with exciting itineraries for extended journeys combined with suggested day trips, walking tours, and activities to match your passions
• Get fresh takes on must-visit sights and unravel the imaginations of Salvador Dalí at the Teatre-Museu Dalí; dance the night away at Seville's Feria de Abril fiesta; and experience the Unesco-listed Ciudad Monumental in Cáceres
• Special features on the local food scene and outdoor adventure 
• Expert local recommendations on when to go, eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, adventure activities, festivals, and more
• Essential information toolkit containing tips on arriving; transport; making the most of your time and money; LGBTIQ+ travel advice; useful words and phrases; accessibility; and responsible travel 
• Connect with Spanish culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history, and traditions 
• Inspiring full-colour travel photography and maps including a pull out map of Spain
• Covers Madrid, Castilla y León, Toledo & Castilla-La Mancha, Barcelona, Catalonia & the Costa Brava, Aragón, Basque Country, Navarra & La Rioja, Cantabria & Asturias, Santiago de Compostela & Galicia, Extremadura, Seville & Andalucía's Hill Towns, Granada & South Coast Andalucía, Balearic Islands, Valencia & Murcia

Create a trip that’s uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary country with Lonely Planet's Spain.