With its world-famous architecture, iconic art galleries and widely-enjoyed cuisine, Spain’s culture is sophisticated, passionate and ensures those who experience it have a good time. Barcelona, Spain’s capital, is an enchanting seaside city filled with seemingly endless culture. Art afficionados will love the whimsical creations of Gaudi, including the towering spires and rainbow-hued windows of La Sagrada Familia and the patchwork mosaic walls of Casa Batllo in the city centre. History spills out over the nation in the form of the Alhambra Palace in Granada, the Roman Aqueduct in Segovia and The Great Mosque in Cordoba, and tours of ancient palaces and architecture will be heaven for any history buff. Fiesta is one of the best-known words in the Spanish language and for good reason. Whether you sense it in a crowded, late-night bar as a flamenco performer invites you up to dance, or while swaying to the distant sound of a guitar being played as you sit down to the biggest bowl of paella you’ve ever seen, Spaniards need no excuse for celebrations. Our Spain cultural holidays are not just about history and art, Spanish culture is all about living the good life and having a boogie.

Spain cultural holiday ideas

A few suggestions to get the holiday planning process started

  • One Country Spain – San Sebastian

    A Big Short Break to San Sebastian - Beachfront Fun & Foodie Feasts

    Wine and dine your way around San Sebastian on a three-day foodie escape, packed with Basque flavours

    3 days, from £930 to £1480

  • One Country Spain - San Sebastian

    City and Sea - London to San Sebastian by Train

    Admire the beautiful Basque Country as you travel by train from London to San Sebastian

    5 days, from £1350 to £2145

  • Stay Spain – Valencia – Sagra

    The Delights of Mediterranean Spain - Valencia and the Costa Blanca

    Spend eight days between Valencia’s historic centre and a private estate on the Costa Blanca

    8 days, from £1550 to £2250

  • Stay Spain – Madrid

    Iconic Art and Cinematic Flair - A Cultural Big Short Break in Madrid

    Spend four days discovering Madrid's vibrant culture, rich history and captivating arts, punctuated by plenty of tapas

    4 days, from £1650 to £2000

  • One Country Spain – Madrid – Toledo – Salamanca – Segovia

    The Best of Central Spain’s Medieval Heritage - A Rail Trip Through Castile

    Travel from Madrid to Segovia and back by train, taking in four UNESCO World Heritage cities

    9 days, from £1800 to £2400

  • One Country Spain – Barcelona – Begur – Cadaques

    City, Surrealism and Scenery - A Coastal Road Trip Through Catalonia

    Explore Catalonia on this week-long coastal road trip, from Barcelona’s modernist energy to the sun-bleached Costa Brava

    8 days, from £1800 to £2500

  • One Country Spain – Santiago de Compostela – Ourense – Leon – Burgos – Bilbao

    History, Culture and Culinary Delights - The Spanish Northwest by Train

    All aboard for a ten-day rail adventure through northwestern Spain, uncovering the rich charm of this quiet corner

    10 days, from £2000 to £2600

  • One Country Spain – Morocco – Barcelona – Seville – Tangier – Rabat – Fes

    Europe’s Gateway to Africa - From Sunny Spain to Mesmerising Morocco

    Chart a captivating course through Spain and Morocco on this ten-day cross-continental adventure

    10 days, from £2400 to £3350

  • One Country Spain – Andalucia – Cordoba – Granada – Ronda – Cadiz – Seville

    Ancient Cities and Majestic Mosques - A Cultural Road Trip in Andalucia

    Explore the charms of sun-drenched Andalucia on this 11-day road trip as you journey around southern Spain

    11 days, from £2500 to £3200

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Henry - Vancouver
Published on 14th October 2024
"Valeria matched our needs carefully and was able to make adjustments when our dates changed. The Concierge in Spain was lightning fast with his suggestions and support, and really helpful with great restaurant recommendations - he booked them too."
Janice - London
Published on 29th May 2024
"All Izzy's recommendations were excellent. The hotels were a lot of fun. The pre-Easter preparations in Seville were thrilling. I will definitely use Original Travel in the future."
John - Oxfordshire
Published on 18th April 2024