Flamenco dancers, bullfights and tapas reign supreme in this sizzling country full of world-class museums and stunning art galleries. Let’s not forget the exquisite Canary and Balearic Islands, of which Ibiza and Majorca are the stars. Spain’s cultural and political heart is Madrid, home to the Prado Museum, where masterpieces by Spanish greats like Goya and Velasquez are on display.  

The country’s most vibrant and cosmopolitan city is Barcelona. With its sandy beaches on one side and mountains on the other, Barcelona is the ultimate holiday destination. Add modernist art and architecture, an eclectic atmosphere, modern and historical attractions, and you have an exciting destination just waiting to be explored.   

Things to do in Spain 

• Go cycling on the magnificent island of Majorca.  
• Explore one of the world’s best contemporary art museums, the Guggenheim in Bilboa.  
• Enjoy surfing on Spain’s famous Costa Verde.  
• Discover Valencia’s extraordinary City of the Arts & Sciences.  
• Choose a paradise Balearic Island for an unsurpassed beach break.  
• Visit the magnificent Sagrada Familia (Church of the Sacred Family) in Barcelona.  
• Watch a traditional flamenco show followed by dinner.  
• Take a walking tour of historic Toledo.  
• Visit the legendary pilgrimage site of Santiago de Compostela.  
• Stroll through the maze of narrow streets in the charming old city of Salamanca.  
• See ancient Roman ruins in Mérida.  
• Dine in the world’s oldest restaurant, Sobrino de Botin, in Madrid.

Spain’s incredible art and architecture, its sunny year-round weather and spectacular natural beauty are all reasons to visit on a memorable holiday. Then there are the numerous activities, from ziplining and hiking to surfing and scuba diving plus fabulous skiing and snowboarding in winter. Let Thompsons Holidays arrange a holiday package to one of Europe’s most loved destinations. Enquire now.