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Culture, architecture, attractions

You will certainly be impressed by the remarkable Spanish architecture: magnificent edifices, remnants of the rich history of Valencia, statues, monuments and a mysterious sense of well-being for anyone who wanders between the narrow alleyways. Ancient buildings alongside the new modern structures which together create an exceptional landscape in this charming Spanish town.

The diversity of cultural activities in Valencia creates a sure recipe for an unforgettable vacation for the entire family. Art lovers will find a wide range of charming galleries and museums exhibiting impressive pieces of art. Those who like to stay up until dawn will be able to enjoy an appealing mixture of restaurants, tapas bars and clubs.

Like Madrid and Barcelona, ​​Valencia is a city that is lively and also has an underlying and rhythmic tempo.

City within a city

One of the most impressive locations in Valencia and a real favorite with well-informed tourists is the City of Arts and Sciences, a gigantic complex of buildings and attractions – truly like a city within a city – created by Architect Santiago Calatrava. In the City of Arts and Sciences you will be able to spend many long hours enjoying state-of-the-art technology, architecture, art, music all intertwined with a truly amazing synergy.

You won’t want to miss the Oceanogràfic, the underwater park with vast aquariums, a three-dimensional movie theater and other attractions that will leave you totally astounded.

Parks, shopping, beaches

If you want to see a profusion of flora you've come to the right place. Valencia has a wealth of public gardens, water fountains, an antique botanical garden with over 3000 species of plants, marble statues, pools and more.

For those seeking shopping, Valencia – like many Spanish cities – is a blend of high fashion and reality; you can visit the bustling markets such as Valencia’s Mercado central market and take home with you the latest fashion items, jewelry, handicrafts in a variety of styles, and some lovely souvenirs.

There is a lot to see and much to do in Barcelona, ​​a city that lives and breathes nonstop energy. Your tour of the Catalan capital should start with the colorful Las Rambla boulevard where along the way you will encounter exciting street artists, souvenir stalls and "human statues". The entire length of the boulevard there are fashionable shops and restaurants serving authentic tapas and paella dishes.

Do not miss a visit to La Boqueria market, one of the world's most famous food markets. Here you will enjoy a rich gastronomic abundance ranging from fresh fish and seafood displayed atop cubes of ice, colorful candies, exotic fruits, juicy sausages, excellent cheeses, fine wines and also cozy bars in which they serve local produce in a rich selection of delicious varieties.

From here you can continue towards the city's bustling marina – to observe the white yachts out at sea, enjoy the large shopping center or go on a fascinating journey to watch the water creatures in the aquarium, which also includes the glass tunnel of the sharks tank.

Barcelona will impress you with its well-kept, clean beaches as well as the diversity of water sports that are available – for instance: banana boat rides, snorkeling, speed boats and jet skis. Sunbathing is made more interesting by the many outdoor activities taking place under the blue skies.

Gaudi’s architecture is an integral part of Barcelona’s façade and there are a wide variety of tourist spots where you can admire Gaudi’s artistic concept: Sagrada Família is a colorful and magnificent church where it is also possible to go up to the top and overlook the city from above; Parc Güell is a wonderful sculpture park dedicated to the works of Gaudi; Casa Batlló – undoubtedly Gaudi’s masterpiece – is a creative building that offers a guided tour, including being able to go up to the roof and to see many other sites that are a result of Gaudi’s fertile imagination.

From the aspect of museums, Barcelona will certainly satisfy your desire – with the Picasso Museum displaying works by the artist throughout the years; the National Museum of Fine Arts, which includes masterpieces by Spanish artists; and the Maritime Museum with its wonderful collection of full-scale models of historic ships.

It is delightful to take the cable car up to Montjuic – the ‘Jewish mountain’ – a most beautiful natural location where you will find good restaurants, museums and one of the major attractions of the city: “Font Màgica”, the Magic Fountain, where in the evening there is a magical performance of colors and sounds providing visitors with an unforgettable sensory experience.

You should also spice up the tour in Barcelona by attending one of the Flamenco performances accompanied by a Spanish banquet, or a lively feast with a glass of bubbly cava at one of the flamenco clubs in the city.

There are so many reasons to fall in love with Palma de Mallorca: this is a sun-filled and cosmopolitan city with a brilliant artistic and cultural heritage, an abundance of historical buildings, magnificent beaches, a vibrant promenade, fashionable clubs. The city overlooks the bay and has an abundance of attractions, offers a rich gastronomic experience and an intoxicating atmosphere of ‘the good life’.

Palma de Mallorca offers a fascinating encounter between old and new: start your tour at La Seu – Palma’s ‘Cathedral of Light’  – which was renovated by Gaudí and is considered one of the most famous architectural monuments in Spain. The interior is decorated with wrought-iron chandeliers and spectacular stained glass windows. From here it is only a short distance to Parc de la Mar, which surrounds a shimmering lake, and where there are cafés decorated with murals – it is here that open-air concerts and musical events are held periodically.

You won’t want to miss the magnificent royal palace – Palacio Real de La Almudaina – which is characterized by Gothic motifs but also has elements of Islamic architecture, tapestries and antique furniture. In addition, it is worthwhile visiting the Arab bath-house and unique Gothic fortress, Castillo de Bellver, which provides a dazzling view towards the Bay of Palma.

The area of the Old Town is truly a tourist attraction, adorned with buildings that have old-world charm, with colorful window boxes and metal carvings, intimate boutiques and stalls selling souvenirs. If you plan to visit a museum, ‘Es Baluard’ – the Museum of Modern & Contemporary Art – is highly recommended. It is situated in what was once a military fortress and its collections include paintings, sculptures and ceramics.

An excellent attraction for the entire family is the Palma Aquarium which presents an intriguing encounter with different types of fish, as well as exciting activities like diving with sharks, a play area for children on a pirate ship, and more.

The selection of beaches in Palma is among the finest in Europe and one can sense the ongoing party atmosphere here at every turn. During the summer season DJs will perpetuate the festivities and party-goers will dance under the stars until dawn. Among the famous beaches in Palma the most popular are: Ca'n Picafort Beach, very popular for its soft white sand and clear blue water, sun-beds and a very lively promenade; and the Cala Mayor Beach, the nearest beach to the city which also won a ‘blue flag’ indicating its cleanliness and quality. It is well-equipped with sunbathing areas under the shade of palm trees.

Everywhere in Palma de Mallorca – whether at one of the beachside eateries or a restaurant in the heart of the city – you will be able to enjoy Mediterranean gastronomy with authentic dishes that are typical of the region, for example: vegetable soup cooked with meat; thick slices of potato with eggplant and red pepper in tomato sauce; roast chicken or turkey with chopped almonds; and a variety of mouth-watering tapas.

In terms of shopping, you will not leave empty-handed: Palma de Mallorca offers a combination of luxury shops with international brands at popular shopping sites such as Plaza de España and Calle Argenteria.

Mahón (Spanish: [maˈon]), officially Maó (Catalan: [məˈo]),^[2] and also written as Mahon or Port Mahon in English, is the capital and second largest city of Menorca. The city is located on the eastern coast of the island, which is part of the archipelago and autonomous community of the Balearic Islands.

Mahón has one of the longest natural harbours in the world: 5 kilometres (3 miles) long and up to 900 metres (3,000 feet) wide. The water is deep but remains mostly clear due to the port's enclosed nature. Mayonnaise is considered to have originated in Mahón.^[3]

Cartagena (Spanish pronunciation: [kaɾtaˈxena]) is a Spanish city and a major naval station on the Mediterranean coast, south-eastern Iberia. As of January 2018, it has a population of 218,943 inhabitants.^[2] This makes Cartagena the Murcia region's second-largest municipality and Spain's sixth-largest city that is not a provincial-capital. The wider urban or metropolitan area of Cartagena, known as Campo de Cartagena, has a population of 409,586 inhabitants.