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Spain travel guide

Villes, plages, culture, transports et connectivité mobile

Quick facts

Capital
Madrid

Spain’s capital and largest metropolitan area.

Currency
Euro (EUR)

Cards are widely accepted, but some cash is useful for small purchases.

Languages
Spanish and regional co-official languages

Catalan, Galician and Basque are widely used in their respective regions.

Emergency number
112

The unified European emergency number for police, fire and ambulance.

Power
230 V, 50 Hz, plugs C and F

Travellers from countries with other plug types will need an adapter.

Driving side
Right

Traffic drives on the right-hand side of the road.

L'Espagne est l'une des destinations les plus diverses d'Europe, alliant grandes villes culturelles, plages méditerranéennes, paysages atlantiques, îles et identités régionales fortes.

Meilleurs endroits à visiter en Espagne

Madrid et Barcelone sont les principales portes d'entrée, tandis que Séville, Grenade et Malaga mettent en valeur l'Andalousie. Valence combine plages et architecture moderne, Bilbao et Saint-Sébastien mettent en avant la culture basque, Palma ouvre sur Majorque, et Saint-Jacques-de-Compostelle est le point d'ancrage de la Galice et du Chemin.

Meilleure période pour visiter l'Espagne

Le printemps et l'automne offrent le meilleur équilibre pour les villes et les visites touristiques. L'été convient aux plages et aux îles mais peut être extrêmement chaud à l'intérieur des terres. L'hiver est plus calme, avec des conditions douces dans les zones côtières du sud et les îles Canaries.

Se déplacer

Le réseau ferroviaire à grande vitesse espagnol facilite les déplacements entre Madrid, Barcelone, Valence, Séville et Malaga. Réservez les itinéraires populaires à l'avance. Les systèmes de métro, de bus et de train de banlieue sont efficaces dans les grandes villes.

Internet mobile et eSIMs

Une eSIM Espagne fournit des données mobiles pour les cartes, les réservations de train, les réservations de restaurant et la traduction sans dépendre du Wi-Fi public. Les forfaits régionaux Europe sont utiles lorsque l'Espagne fait partie d'un itinéraire multi-pays.

Adaptateurs secteur

L'Espagne utilise des prises de type C et F avec une électricité de 230 V et 50 Hz. Les voyageurs utilisant d'autres systèmes de prise doivent apporter un adaptateur et confirmer la compatibilité de la tension.

FAQ sur les voyages en Espagne

Combien de jours me faut-il en Espagne ?

Sept à quatorze jours conviennent bien pour deux ou trois régions. Un voyage ciblé sur Madrid et Barcelone peut se faire en une semaine.

De combien de données mobiles ai-je besoin ?

La plupart des voyageurs utilisent 5 à 10 Go par semaine. Choisissez 10 à 20 Go ou des données illimitées pour les voyages plus longs, l'utilisation de points d'accès, la vidéo et le travail à distance.

Dois-je réserver les attractions ?

Il est fortement recommandé de réserver à l'avance l'Alhambra, la Sagrada Família, le Parc Güell et l'Alcazar Royal de Séville.

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Destination ratings

TravelFi editorial destination ratings.

Culture and history

9.5 / 10.0

Exceptional museums, architecture, historic cities and distinctive regional cultures.

Food and dining

9.5 / 10.0

Strong regional cuisines, markets, tapas culture and internationally recognized restaurants.

Transport

9.0 / 10.0

Excellent high-speed rail between major cities and strong urban public transport.

Beaches and islands

9.0 / 10.0

Mediterranean and Atlantic coasts plus the Balearic and Canary Islands.

Travel value

8.5 / 10.0

Good value outside the most popular centres and peak summer periods.

Power plugs in Spain

230 V · 50 Hz

Type C

Two round pins. Usually ungrounded.

Type F

Two round pins with side grounding contacts. Often called the Schuko plug.

Grounded
Adapter guidance

Spain uses Type C and Type F plugs. Travellers from the UK, North America and other plug systems generally need an adapter.

Voltage notice

Check that devices support 230 V before connecting non-dual-voltage appliances.

Check if you need an adapter

Weather and climate

Forecast location: Madrid, Spain

Spain has varied climates: hot dry summers across much of the interior and Mediterranean coast, cooler and wetter conditions in the north, and mild subtropical weather in the Canary Islands.

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Featured cities

Places to include in your Spain itinerary.

Community of Madrid

Madrid

Spain’s capital is known for major art museums, grand boulevards, lively neighbourhoods, parks and late-night dining.

Suggested stay: 3–4 days
Catalonia

Barcelona

A Mediterranean city combining Gaudí architecture, beaches, historic districts, food markets and strong cultural identity.

Suggested stay: 3–5 days
Andalusia

Seville

Seville offers monumental architecture, orange-tree courtyards, flamenco traditions and atmospheric historic streets.

Suggested stay: 2–3 days
Valencian Community

Valencia

Valencia blends beaches, a walkable old town, futuristic architecture and the culinary heritage of paella.

Suggested stay: 2–3 days
Andalusia

Granada

Granada is centred on the Alhambra, with Moorish heritage, hillside neighbourhoods and the Sierra Nevada nearby.

Suggested stay: 2–3 days
Andalusia

Málaga

Málaga combines Costa del Sol beaches, a revitalized historic centre, museums and convenient access to Andalusia.

Suggested stay: 2–4 days
Basque Country

Bilbao

Bilbao is a design-focused Basque city known for the Guggenheim Museum, riverside regeneration and excellent pintxos.

Suggested stay: 2–3 days
Basque Country

San Sebastián

A refined coastal city famous for La Concha beach, Michelin-starred restaurants and pintxos bars.

Suggested stay: 2–3 days
Balearic Islands

Palma de Mallorca

Mallorca’s capital offers a striking cathedral, historic lanes, waterfront dining and access to beaches and mountain drives.

Suggested stay: 3–5 days

Top attractions

Featured experiences and landmarks.

Architecture

Sagrada Família

Antoni Gaudí’s landmark basilica is Barcelona’s defining attraction, noted for its towers, sculptural façades and luminous interior.

Suggested visit: 1.5–2 hours
Historic site

Alhambra

A vast palace and fortress complex above Granada, celebrated for Nasrid architecture, intricate decoration and gardens.

Suggested visit: 3–4 hours
Museum

Prado Museum

Madrid’s principal art museum houses major works by Velázquez, Goya, El Greco and European masters.

Suggested visit: 2–3 hours
Architecture and park

Park Güell

Gaudí’s colourful hillside park combines mosaic-covered structures, gardens and views across Barcelona.

Suggested visit: 1.5–2 hours
Palace

Royal Alcázar of Seville

A layered royal palace complex combining Mudéjar design, courtyards, tilework and extensive gardens.

Suggested visit: 2–3 hours
Religious and historic site

Mezquita-Cathedral of Córdoba

A celebrated monument where an immense former mosque and later cathedral reveal centuries of layered history.

Suggested visit: 1–2 hours
Museum and architecture

Guggenheim Museum Bilbao

Frank Gehry’s riverside museum is both a contemporary-art institution and an icon of modern architecture.

Suggested visit: 2–3 hours
National park

Teide National Park

Tenerife’s volcanic landscape surrounds Mount Teide, Spain’s highest peak, with dramatic viewpoints and trails.

Suggested visit: Half day to full day
Landmark

Plaza de España, Seville

A monumental semicircular plaza featuring bridges, ceramic tilework and a canal beside María Luisa Park.

Suggested visit: 1 hour

Featured experiences

  • Barcelona architecture
  • Madrid museums
  • Andalusian cities
  • Mediterranean beaches
  • Spanish food and nightlife

Meilleure période pour visiter

Spring and autumn offer comfortable weather for cities and sightseeing. Summer is best for beaches and islands but can be very hot inland, while winter is mild in the south and popular in the Canary Islands.

Travel tips

Book high-speed trains and major attractions early, especially the Alhambra and Gaudí sites. Expect later meal times, use public transport in large cities, and keep mobile data available for maps, tickets and reservations.

Current travel updates

Check dates and official sources before making travel decisions.

General guidance

Spain travel planning

Reserve major attractions and high-speed trains in advance during popular travel periods, and verify current entry and local transport information before departure.

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Information is general guidance and may change. Verify important details with official sources before travelling.Last reviewed: August 01, 2026