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Spain’s second-largest city is blessed with striking architecture, world-class museums and streets filled with the aromas and rhythms of Catalonia.

Relax by the pond, walk through landscaped gardens, and admire the elegant statues and buildings in one of Madrid’s biggest and most popular parks.

Admire the intriguing boat shape of a medieval castle from this unobstructed viewpoint in the midst of a pleasant park.

Admire the intriguing features and adjoining city walls of this fortress-like church, considered one of the oldest Gothic cathedrals in Spain.

Investigate a vast collection of modern and contemporary art both inside and outside one of the most recognizable buildings in Bilbao.

Investigate a vast collection of modern and contemporary art both inside and outside one of the most recognizable buildings in Bilbao.

With some of Spain’s foremost modern and contemporary artworks and a collection that ranks among the world’s finest, this is a museum art lovers won’t want to miss.

In the heart of Mérida\'s historical center is its medieval square. Relax in the restaurants and visit centuries-old buildings that surround this attractive plaza.

Watch stirring flamenco performances on the patio of this historical landmark and find out how the building is entwined with Andalucía’s cultural identity.

Be awed by the remarkable legacy of the Ancient Romans as you stroll around the colossal structure that has towered over Segovia’s Old Town for 2,000 years.

Be spellbound by the scale and splendor of the Spanish Royal Family’s former official residence.

Maze-like hedges, marble sculptures and colorful flower beds adorn this historic royal garden, where the palace’s stables and carriages once lay.

Relax by the pond, walk through landscaped gardens, and admire the elegant statues and buildings in one of Madrid’s biggest and most popular parks.

Visit one of Zaragoza’s modern architectural marvels, a stunning-looking multi-purpose venue that was the exciting centerpiece of Zaragoza\'s 2008 expo.

Investigate a vast collection of modern and contemporary art both inside and outside one of the most recognizable buildings in Bilbao.

Investigate a vast collection of modern and contemporary art both inside and outside one of the most recognizable buildings in Bilbao.

From the peaks of the Pyrenees to sun-scorched beaches and desert-like regions, Spain is a country of diverse landscapes. Enjoy this natural backdrop while you view eclectic architecture, sample regional food and be swept up in one of the country’s many festivals.

Marvel at the unlikely spectacle of an ancient Egyptian temple in Madrid. This striking landmark has survived thousands of years and traveled thousands of miles.  

Marvel at the unlikely spectacle of an ancient Egyptian temple in Madrid. This striking landmark has survived thousands of years and traveled thousands of miles.  

Inspect works from some of the finest Spanish artists of the modern era at this museum, located in Cuenca’s historic cliff-edge Hanging Houses.

Immerse yourself in culture as you spend a day exploring the many art galleries scattered along this charming, leafy boulevard. 

From the peaks of the Pyrenees to sun-scorched beaches and desert-like regions, Spain is a country of diverse landscapes. Enjoy this natural backdrop while you view eclectic architecture, sample regional food and be swept up in one of the country’s many festivals.

Explore ancient monastic ruins in the Piedra River Canyon and you’ll soon see why the Cistercian monks spent six centuries living amid this tranquil Eden.