Seville, Barcelona, Granada, Ronda, Andalusia, Costa Brava, Peniscola

Spain Travel Guide

Spain completely won us over with its passionate culture, incredible architecture, and the best tapas scene in the world. From the flamenco-filled streets of Seville to the artistic treasures of Barcelona and the dramatic landscapes of Andalusia, Spain offers an intoxicating blend of history, culture, and culinary excellence.

Top Highlights in Spain

Taking a hands-on cooking class at Taller Andaluz de Cocina in Seville

Conquering the thrilling Caminito del Rey - the 'King's Little Path'

Exploring the cave houses of Setenil and cooling off at Cueva de Gato

Tapas hopping in Granada with free food when you order drinks

Hiking El Torcal de Antequera - Spain's answer to the Bungle Bungles

Experiencing authentic flamenco during Seville's week-long festival

Essential Travel Tips for Spain

La Mala brunch in Seville has the best coffee and breakfast

Bodeguita Romeo in Seville - everything was great, especially sardine with salsa verde

Los Diamantes in Granada for fried food tapas, Om Kalsum for Moroccan-style tapas

Book Caminito del Rey guided tour if general entry is sold out (worth it!)

El Lechuguita in Ronda - locals' favorite, perfect for tinto de verano

Casablanca in Barcelona - get the chorizo, avoid the touristy places

Suggested Spain Itineraries

Seville Flamenco & Food

3 Days

Day 1: Plaza de España & Cooking

Morning: Visit iconic Plaza de España (check for concerts - we got kicked out at 4pm!)
Afternoon: Cooking class at Taller Andaluz de Cocina - gazpacho, spinach & chickpeas, paella
Evening: Dinner at Bodeguita Romeo - try the sardine with salsa verde

Day 2: Flamenco Festival & Tapas

Morning: Breakfast at La Mala - great coffee and bagels
Afternoon: Shopping and drinking, straight into tapas at Bar Postiguillo
Evening: Week-long Flamenco festival in Triana with 1€ beers - authentic atmosphere

Day 3: River & Culture

Morning: Run along the river, visit Setas de Seville
Afternoon: Stand up paddle down the river, Royal Alcazar
Evening: Bar Alfalfa for dinner, artichoke heart with miso dish

Barcelona Art & Tapas

2 Days

Day 1: Gothic Quarter & Markets

Morning: Mercat Boqueria, Cathedral and Gothic Quarter exploration
Afternoon: Accidentally ordered 3L of beer at Plaça de Santa Maria (hilarious!)
Evening: Bodegueta tapas bar recommended by Irish couple - chaos but amazing

Day 2: Park Güell & Gaudí

Morning: Coffee and chocolate croissants
Afternoon: Park Güell at 4:30pm booking - perfect time of day
Evening: More tapas and wine - Barcelona's tapas scene is incredible

Andalusia Adventure Circuit

4 Days

Day 1: Granada Alhambra

Morning: Early Alhambra visit - Nasrid Palace was busy but worth it
Afternoon: Coffee at America House in cute courtyard
Evening: Tapas crawl - Los Diamantes & Om Kalsum, then kebab crawl on El Vira St

Day 2: Ronda Gorge

Morning: Drive Granada to Ronda through beautiful farming country
Afternoon: El Torcal de Antequera hike - Spain's Bungle Bungles (start at 2pm!)
Evening: El Lechuguita in Ronda - locals' favorite, tinto de verano

Day 3: Caminito del Rey

Morning: Mirador El Tajo walk around Ronda gorge (hot but worth it)
Afternoon: Caminito del Rey guided tour at 3:40pm - path of the king, rockfall risk!
Evening: Cinco Tramo dinner - mushroom risotto with cheese, prawn pancake

Day 4: Cave Towns & Swimming

Morning: Setenil cave town - cool inside the caves, nice little town
Afternoon: Cueva de Gato - freezing water, perfect locals' spot with swing!
Evening: Ronda jardines for sunset views over the bridge